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JOB BANKS

Local

Connecticut

National

How can I research an industry or a company?

   Download list of print resources for job seekers and career changers.

Try these links to find out how a particular industry is adapting to the times and what the employment outlook is:

What careers are best for me?

      Download list of print resources for job seekers and career changers.

Special Job Search Tools and Strategies

Resumes and Cover Letters
  • Resumes Made Easy
    sign up with Emurse to create a resume from select templates (free).
  • Job Star Central - Great site for those just beginning to plan a job search or anyone who feels they've run out of gas and need a different road map.
  • Resume Tutor - This user-friendly site provides detailed information about all sections of a resume and provides many examples.
  • Cover Letter Tutorial  - Learn about cover letter basics and see examples.
  • Riley Guide
  • Free Workshops at the Waterbury CT Works Center, Dept. of Labor

    Interviewing

    Networking

    • Riley Guide - general introduction to networking and special articles about networking online.  Brush up on netiquette, socially correct behavior on the internet.
    • Five O'Clock Club - find free articles here about networking and just about every other aspect of career development.
    • Professional Associations , developed by "You Belong in Connecticut" - find associations that have active chapters in Connecticut.
    • Job Hunter's Bible  - lots of practical advice about making contacts and other aspects of an effective job search.

    Relocating

    • Realtor.com - get help finding a new home or apartment and hire a mover; learn about the cost of living in various cities.
    • News Voyager  - Get the classified ads for newspapers all over the U.S.
    • The Riley Guide  - directory of links related to relocating.

    Transportation

    Veterans

    Especially for Youth

    • Job Corps - job training for people ages 16-24. 
    • Pathways to the world of work  - User-friendly site created by the Conn. Dept. of Labor for young adults.
    • Got a Job  - unique job bank that focuses on part-time and summer jobs typically held by young adults.

    Minority Groups

    • IM Diversity - find organizations that are making a special effort to create a diverse workforce.
    • Saludos - Hispanic employment
    • NAACP - read articles about challenges faced by African-Americans

    People with Disabilities

    Dislocated Workers

    Older Workers

    created and maintained by Dana Lucisano
    9/10/2009

     

     
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