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Job Search Resources

The Whitman Public Library has won an important grant from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Officially titled “Libraries for Job Seekers,” the grant awarded to the Whitman Public Library in the amount of $6,566 has been used to equip local job hunters with valuable tools and programs. The community is invited to visit the library’s job resources section, to make use of information, including a subscription to “Entrepreneur’s” magazine, and other new books, audio books and videos on topics like job hunting, professional and personal development, and starting a small business.

The federal funds will also be used to schedule a variety of special programs that will help support patrons as they initiate and undertake all aspects of their job hunt. The library has also joined Metro South Chamber of Commerce, which will enable local patrons to make connections with local businesses.

Unemployed? Thinking of embarking on a new career path? Start your search here!

The Whitman Public Library has the everything you need to find a job, make a career change, polish your resume, gain new skills, network with local professionals, and many other. Even if you’re an absolute beginner who needs to learn how to use a computer to improve your job prospects, we have tools for you, too!

Here is a tool you can use to update your resume (and much more):
• Optimal Resume

If you’re looking for a job, start here with the library’s Job Pathfinder. This document contains up-to-date information on the latest print and digital resources available through at the Library.

To see what we have, search the library catalog, or come in and browse through the Jobs Section!

Many valuable, free library resources are available too. Check out the guide on these resources here: Free Library Resources for Job Seekers.

Here are links to the databases:

Business and Company Resource Center
Educator’s Reference Complete
General Business File ASAP
General Reference Center Gold
InfoTrac OneFile
RDS Business Suite

Job Search Links

BetterJobsFaster
This website was born out of the desire to create a resource that is truly helpful to job seekers. Dan DeMaioNewton, Director of Strategy and Business Development at Monster Worldwide founded this site as a way for job seekers to connect with others to identify what works, how it works, and how to make it work for you – to help you get a job, get a better job, or help others to get a job.
Indeed
This website compiles job listings from major job boards, newspapers, associations and company career pages.
Massachusetts Career Information System
An online tool, free to all Massachusetts residents. It is designed to provide occupational and educational information to help people make informed career and educational decisions. There is specific information for middle school students, high school students and adults. You can browse information about occupations, and get quick information about each career, such working conditions, required licensing and certifications, employment outlook, and helpful preparation.
Monster
This site offers detailed listings of job openings in many fields. It provides national and international job listings, and allows personalization so you can upload and store your resume and create an accompanying profile.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Look here to check prospects and earnings info for various career fields.
LinkedIn
The best place to network with other professionals online.
America’s Career InfoNet
Investigate job opportunities by searching within occupation, industry, or state. You can also discover wage information and its trends by occupation.
Support for Job Seekers from MA Libraries
Job searching tips and links to employment sites from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Snag a Job
A web site specifically aimed at hourly job seekers.