May is National Small Business Month , according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and a time to celebrate the contributions of small businesses in communities across the country. Like the Free Library of Philadelphia, small businesses play a big role in our city. Small businesses fill a vital need by creating jobs, providing valuable goods… continue reading Resources for Small Business Owners and Job Seekers

By written by Free Library Foundation    May 7, 2024    1  

• Support
• Patent and Trademark
• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Library Resources
• Job Seekers

Philly Career Launch Career Exploration Workshop sessions will take place this April, May, and June at various Free Library locations  and community sites throughout Philadelphia. Have you experienced job disruption over the past few years? Are you feeling stuck in a low-paying job or want a new or better employment situation?… continue reading Join Philly Career Launch for Our Career Exploration Workshops

By written by Annette M.    April 1, 2024    7  

• Events at the Library
• Neighborhood Libraries
• Adult Learning
• Job Seekers
• Philly Career Launch

Is your 2024 New Year’s resolution finding a new or better job, or improving skills needed in your current job? Then you can count on the Free Library to help you keep this resolution! We are pleased to announce a stream of new in-person and remote programming over the next few months for job seekers and workers looking to… continue reading Upcoming Programs to Jumpstart Your Job Search and Boost Workplace Skills

By written by Annette M.    January 16, 2024   

• Events at the Library
• Careers
• Workplace
• Job Seekers
• Virtual Programs

Did you know December is National Write a Business Plan Month? The Business Resource and Innovation Center (BRIC) is a great place to start your business planning journey. What is the BRIC? The BRIC is a department of the Free Library of Philadelphia. We serve small business owners, entrepreneurs, non-profit professionals,… continue reading December is Write A Business Plan Month!

By written by Birch M.    December 5, 2023   

• Patent and Trademark
• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Library Resources
• Job Seekers

Have you experienced job disruption over the past few years? Are you feeling stuck in a low-paying job or want a new or better employment situation? Here’s your chance to take hold of your future. Join us for a Philly Career Launch Career Exploration Workshop . Explore careers that build on your strengths and interests and get hands-on… continue reading Join Philly Career Launch for Our Career Exploration Series

By written by Annette M.    September 11, 2023    3  

• Events at the Library
• Careers
• Neighborhood Libraries
• Job Seekers
• Philly Career Launch

Did you know that you can get a free, professional headshot done at the library? Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 1–3 p.m. , the Free Library's Business Resource and Innovation Center hosts free headshot sessions. Read on to get all the details and answers to some questions you may have about the headshots program. Who are… continue reading Get Free Professional Headshots Done at the Library!

By written by Birch M.    August 28, 2023    9  

• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Library Resources
• Job Seekers

Philly Career Launch has wrapped up our Spring 2023 career exploration workshops, but we’ll be back in the fall with more programming, so stay tuned! In the meantime, here are three things you can do this summer to get your career going:   1. Go "Career Cruising" The Internet is full of resources for exploring careers.… continue reading Three Things You Can Do This Summer To Boost Your Career

By written by Annette M.    July 24, 2023   

• Job Seekers
• Philly Career Launch

Summer is a great time to relax, go on vacation, discover a new passion, or enjoy the new weather — so now is the time to work on your professional goals to set your summer up for success!  Check out upcoming virtual career workshops for jobseekers at the Free Library, brought to you by Full Circle Group and JEVS Human… continue reading Score Your Summer Job With the Help of Free Virtual Career Workshops

By written by Steven D.    May 5, 2023   

• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Job Seekers
• Languages and Learning
• Virtual Programs

Have you experienced job disruption over the past few years? Are you feeling stuck in a low-paying job or wanting a new or better employment situation? Here’s your chance to take hold of your future. Join us for a Philly Career Launch Career Exploration Workshop. Explore careers that build on your strengths and interests and get hands-on… continue reading Join Philly Career Launch for Our Career Exploration Series

By written by Annette M.    March 27, 2023    4  

• Events at the Library
• Careers
• Neighborhood Libraries
• Job Seekers
• Philly Career Launch

Spring is the season of growth and renewal. Do your new goals include getting a new job, pivoting to a new field, or learning some new skills?  Check out upcoming virtual career workshops for jobseekers at the Free Library, brought to you by Full Circle Group and JEVS Human Services! Workshops taught by Full Circle… continue reading Spring Into a New Career With Free Virtual Career Workshops

By written by Steven D.    March 1, 2023   

• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Job Seekers
• Languages and Learning
• Virtual Programs

Are you a librarian with three years of experience and a passion for serving diverse populations in an urban public library setting? The Free Library of Philadelphia is seeking experienced librarians to supervise branches as they inspire lifelong learning in neighborhoods throughout the city. This is a community-focused librarian position (MLS… continue reading The Free Library Seeks Library Supervisors!

By written by Bridget G.    February 7, 2023   

• Job Seekers
• Free Library Careers
• Job Listings

Do your New Year's Resolutions include getting a new job, pivoting to a new field, or learning some new skills?  Check out upcoming virtual career workshops for jobseekers at the Free Library, brought to you by Full Circle Group and JEVS Human Services! Workshops taught by Full Circle Group are made possible in part… continue reading Start Your 2023 Career Goals with Free Virtual Career Workshops!

By written by Steven D.    January 11, 2023   

• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Job Seekers
• Languages and Learning
• Virtual Programs

The Business Resource and Innovation Center at the Free Library is excited to announce that Philadelphia Business Journal Online is now available to all library patrons! This valuable resource provides the latest updates on Philadelphia’s business community. If you’re searching for news on executive hiring, commercial real estate,… continue reading Introducing: Philadelphia Business Journal Online

By written by Claire L.    December 20, 2022    1  

• Regional Foundation Center
• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Business
• Nonprofit
• Newspapers
• Job Seekers

Did you know you have the potential to launch a career, not just find a job? A job is any paid work. But a career means building a profession over the long term. It can allow you to grow and learn, and it can pay better too. The Free Library Guide to Launch Your New Career is for everyone seeking a better work life, whether or not you have a… continue reading A Free Library Guide to Launch Your New Career

By written by Annette M.    December 1, 2022   

• Job Seekers

It’s National First Responders Day! Every day is a great opportunity to honor the people in our community who have dedicated their lives to helping others in times of distress. These people are invaluable to society, and they deserve our recognition and praise. My uncle and his son (my cousin) are current firefighters for Philadelphia and… continue reading National First Responders Day

By written by Kamilah C.    October 28, 2022   

• Careers
• Holidays
• Community
• Job Seekers

It's that time of year where staying warm in the comfort of your home sounds so nice. Why not work on getting your next job or learning a new skill from the comfort of your home! Check out upcoming virtual career workshops for jobseekers at the Free Library, brought to you by Full Circle Group and JEVS Human Services!… continue reading Work Towards a New Career with Virtual Career Workshops!

By written by Steven D.    October 26, 2022   

• Events at the Library
• Careers
• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Digital Learning
• Job Seekers
• Virtual Programs

The  Nonprofit Job Fair  returns to Parkway Central Library on October 13 and the  Business Resource and Innovation Center  staff have the resources to help you make a great first impression! Use these tools to learn what makes job seeking in the nonprofit and social impact sectors unique. If you are a first-time… continue reading Get Ready for the Nonprofit Job Fair!

By written by Caitlin S.    October 5, 2022   

• Job Fairs
• Nonprofit
• Job Seekers

Are you interested in working for the Free Library of Philadelphia? We have scores of different job types in diverse fields such as security, property management, IT, communications, and more! With 54 locations in every part of Philadelphia, we need dedicated, enthusiastic, and creative staff to support the incredible public resource that is… continue reading Find a Job and Build Your Career at the Free Library

By written by Administrator    September 19, 2022    12  

• Careers
• Job Seekers
• Free Library Careers
• Job Listings

Have you been meaning to revise your resume, but are not sure how to get started? Would you like to learn new skills to conquer your next job interview? Are you interested in making your LinkedIn profile stand out? Check out the new virtual career workshops for jobseekers at the Free Library, brought to you by Full… continue reading Fall into a new Career with Virtual Career Workshops at the Free Library of Philadelphia!

By written by Steven D.    September 6, 2022   

• Events at the Library
• Careers
• Business Resource and Innovation Center
• Digital Learning
• Job Seekers
• Virtual Programs

Philly Career Launch has wrapped up its spring 2022 programming of career exploration workshops and career fairs, but we’ll be back in the fall with more programming, so stay tuned! In the meantime, here are three things you can do this summer to get your career going: #1: Go “career cruising” The Internet is full of… continue reading Three Ways to Get Your Career Going This Summer!

By written by Annette M.    June 8, 2022    1  

• Job Seekers