Job Seekers
The Free Library supports job seekers within the Business Resource & Innovation Center (BRIC). We provide current information and resources on changing careers, job searching techniques, and emerging employment fields to help career changers and job seekers. Whether you are writing your first resume and cover letter, need a resume makeover, or would like to learn about online job-seeking resources, this Explore Topic is full of helpful guides, links, and library resources to help you attain your goals!
Guides

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Career One Stop
This resource provides introductory videos to hundreds of different careers divided into 16 work sectors. Spanish language version also available. -
Career Technical Education
A printable career cluster quiz which designates points for clusters which better fit your interests. Spanish language version also available. -
Culinary Agents
Culinary Agents is a professional networking and job matching website designed for current and aspiring professionals in the food, beverage, and hospitality industry. They offer resources, hiring events, and job listings in Philadelphia and elsewhere. -
Gladeo
This tool asks you a series of questions about your preferences and interests, and recommends careers to consider based on your personality type. -
Job Seekers Digital Learning Databases
The following Digital Learning Databases are available through the Free Library to help Job Seekers with their job search, continuing education, research business information, and even financial aid. All databases are available through all Free Library locations and remotely with your library card and PIN. -
O-NET Interest Profiler
This tool asks you a series of questions about your likes and dislikes, and recommends careers to consider based on your interests. -
PA CareerLink
PA CareerLink centers provide access to job listings, local education, and training, as well as help with filing claims for unemployment insurance. Most services are available at no cost to workers, job seekers, and businesses. -
Pennsylvania Apprentice Coordinators Association
The Pennsylvania Apprentice Coordinators Association (PACA) provides information on the aptitudes and abilities needed to train for a career in the construction industry. -
Philadelphia Works
Philadelphia Works develops and manages smart workforce solutions that respond to business needs and increase economic opportunity for all Philadelphia residents. -
Sustainable Business Network
The Sustainable Business Network (SBN) curates a list of job opportunities currently available in Philadelphia’s sustainable business community. -
The Balance Careers
The Balance Careers makes navigating your career easy. It is home to experts who provide clear, practical advice on job searching, resume writing, salary negotiations, and other career planning topics. Whether you're looking to find a new job, advance at your current position, or explore new paths, our 20-year-strong library of more than 10,000 pieces of content will help you take your career to the next level. -
The Glassdoor Blog
Covers everything from career advice to the latest company headlines. -
The Muse
Get practical advice on finding a job, exploring career paths, and succeeding at work. Find job listings and explore companies whose people, perks, and values align with your unique professional needs. -
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics is a unit of the United States Department of Labor. It is the principal fact-finding agency for the U.S. government in the broad field of labor economics and statistics and serves as a principal agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System. -
U.S. Department of Labor
The United States Department of Labor is a cabinet-level department of the U.S. federal government responsible for occupational safety, wage and hour standards, unemployment insurance benefits, reemployment services, and some economic statistics; many U.S. states also have such departments. -
Urban League Career Center
The Urban League Career Center offers services for job seekers that include seminars, individual career counseling, and access to job postings. Target participants include the unemployed, the under-employed, and returning residents.
Electronic Resources
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Candid Nonprofit Compensation Report 2022
The most comprehensive compensation report available with 140,947 observations from 87,529 nonprofits.
Available To: Parkway Central Library only. Please visit the Regional Foundation Center for access.
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Career Cruising
Explore careers, discover your dream job, polish your skills and more
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Career Training Database
This database contains information on more than 200 training programs in Philadelphia with a messaging function to connect users with the providers.
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D&B Global Business Browser (formally OneSource: D&B Business Browser Pro)
Find company information and market research, including RMA and Datamonitor reports, in-depth company and executive profiles, and detailed financial information. Great for research on international and multinational companies.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Gale Business Insights: Global
Search companies, brands, market rankings, investment reports, corporate histories, industry studies and business news from a variety of reference sources, directories, and periodicals.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Glassdoor
Glassdoor.com gives you an inside look at company salaries, reviews and interview questions for more than 28,000 companies.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Homework Help Online
Live, online tutoring every day from 10 a.m. - midnight for K-12, college, and adults. (Spanish 2 p.m. - 2 a.m.) Upload a writing sample and get feedback.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Internet Skills for Jobseekers from Generations on Line
A straightforward introduction to job hunting online. Great for those who are new to the Internet.
Available To: All Free Library locations.
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LearningExpress Library - Career Center
This LearningExpressLibrary module offers sections on business writing, the job search, skills for success and skills for successful interviews.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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LearningExpress Library - Recursos para Hispanohablantes
Recurso para el desarrollo académico y profesional ofrece el desarrollo de habilidades en matemáticas, ciencias y lectura/escritura para los alumnos de la escuela de edad y adultos, así como pruebas de la práctica para el nuevo GED, SAT, NCLEX-RN, y mas.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
Learn business, creative, and technology skills to achieve your personal and professional goals. When accessing this database via the mobile LinkedIn Learning app, enter freelibrary as the libraryID, then your library card number and PIN when prompted.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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March2Success
Practice materials for the ASVAB, SAT, and ACT exams. Perfect for students considering a military career.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Pennsylvania Job Resources *
A collection of job resources for job seekers. Includes links to job boards and information about careers and education.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Philadelphia Business Journal Online
Find the latest breaking local business news, updated throughout the day, this week's top stories from the Philadelphia Business Journal, and other popular features from the print edition such as the the Book of Lists.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Philadelphia Works Resume Builder
Resume Builder is a simple online tool for creating a resume. It uses a fill-in-the-blanks template, provides job descriptions from O*NET OnLine service, and produces a Microsoft Word document that can be saved and edited.
Available To: Unrestricted, free web resource
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Reference Solutions (Formerly ReferenceUSA)
A powerful tool providing access to in-depth information on businesses and residents. Research companies, locate addresses, phone numbers, conduct market research, and more.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Universal Class
Take online continuing education courses in a wide variety of subjects at your own pace from real instructors.
Available To: All Free Library locations and online with your library card.
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Upcoming Events
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Math for GED
Our small learning group will practice math skills that can help you pass tests, solve problems and understand the… more details
Tue, February 7, 2023 10:00 AM
Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Virtual Full Circle Career Workshop: Active Interviewing Strategies
Do you want to win interviews at all levels? Today’s employment marketplace requires new interviewing… more details
Tue, February 7, 2023 12:00 PM
Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Interested in Becoming a Direct Support Professional?
Join us for an information session for a free 6-week training program which will be held at the library. … more details
Tue, February 7, 2023 1:00 PM
Nicetown-Tioga Library
3720 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140-3608
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Free Computer Assistance
Need help using a computer? Looking for assistance applying for a job online, writing a resume, or using email?… more details
Tue, February 7, 2023 4:30 PM
Charles Santore Library
932 South 7th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147-2932
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