Want to know more about a specific type of job or find out if you have the qualifications needed?
Click here to take a look at the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Or
Click here to see dictionary of occupational titles.
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Browse the library's books about job searching OR use these keywords to start your own search!
Check out the NC Department of Commerce, Divison of Employment Security Individual Services for information to
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The library provides a variety of aids for anyone looking for a job or career change.
Finding a job today requires computer skills that were not necessary years ago.
Not quite sure about your computer skills? Take a look at Computer Skills with listings of online tutorials of benefit to Job Seekers. This guide will assist you by exploring areas to get you started with digital job searching.
Once you are comfortable using the computer, mouse, keyboard, and internet, prepare to search out and complete job applications!
Getting Started
What you need
What else you need
It is important that you keep track of submitted applications, contacts, and progress. Keep a list of usernames and passwords for specific job application sites. Be confident in your strengths, be creative, stay positive, and don't give up!
Know YOURSELF
Know why you are in the job market. Know your strengths, what motivates you, what you want in a job.
Career Options
Use technology, print mediums, career centers, and/or social media, word of mouth.
Online Job Sites:
Networking
Job Fairs
Temporary Employment Agencies
Newspaper Classifieds
Don't forget there are still some advertisements placed in the print newspaper classifieds. Check your local paper at home or come by the library to browse our selection of newspapers. Sunday is generally the day with the most current listings.
Local Employer Websites:
Alamance County
Alamance Burlington Schools
Alamance Foods
Alamance Regional Medical Center
Biscuitville
City of Burlington
Dollar General
Elon University
Family Dollar
Hardees
Krispy Kreme
LabCorp
Lowes Home Improvement
Sears and K-Mart
Sheetz
UNC - Chapel Hill
Walmart
Note: To locate a specific employer, perform a Google search (www.google.com) and enter company/business name. From the displayed results, select one that has the business name in the site address if listed for best results.
Found a listing that is a strong possibility ? Click here to continue with information about online Job Application Basics.