Looking for a job? Job fairs are a great way to make contacts and gather information about potential jobs.
Gain all you can by knowing what to expect at a job fair.
Author: CareerOneStop
I scheduled an informational interview . . . now what?
An informational interview—a meeting with someone in your profession or industry of choice—is a great way to learn more about a career, decide if a particular field might be right for you, or even find job leads.
Find out what to do to make the most of this opportunity.
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Check out CareerOneStop’s new app
Looking for career, training, or job info on the go?
CareerOneStop has collected six of its most popular career, job, and training tools into one free app—now available for Android or iPhone.
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Back to school . . . as an adult
Are you heading back to the classroom as an adult this fall?
Balancing adult life and college is hard. Learn how making a weekly schedule can be the difference between achieving your goals or driving yourself insane.
Check out CareerOneStop’s Business Finder
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Interested in researching businesses, employers, or industries in your area?
The Business Finder is a great place to start.
Spruce up your resume with the Resume Guide
Ready to begin or fix up your resume? Before you dive right in, take the time to check out the strategies and tips in CareerOneStop’s Resume Guide.
It doesn’t have to take long—and the payoff will be worth it!
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Find local schools and training programs
Thinking about going back to school?
CareerOneStop’s Local Training Finder helps you locate schools and training programs in your area.
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Big changes in high school equivalency
Thinking about taking the GED?
A recent revamp of the test has made the GED more challenging, and opened the door to competing high school equivalency tests. Today many states offer alternatives to the old standard.
The price is right: how much will your summer internship cost?
Internships are increasingly emphasized for students looking to beef up their resumes and gain valuable skills and experiences.
However, the process for landing one is becoming more complex.
3 questions before you commit to a school or program
Thinking about starting—or maybe re-starting—college or a training program?
Be smart and think about demand and value before you invest money or time into education.