When you send out a resume today, you can be nearly certain that it will wind up going through automated applicant tracking system (ATS) software. Many, and probably most, employers use these time and labor-saving programs to review job applications…
Background and other employment checks are a common piece of the job search process. Many employers check into your background before making a job offer. Most often, this includes your past employment, your credit or financial history, or your criminal…
Did you know there are nearly 2,400 American Job Centers throughout the country that offer free employment assistance? Find your closest American Job Center CareerOneStop helps you locate your closest AJC. You’ll find contact information as well as information about…
Whether you call it telecommuting, working remotely, or working from home, there’s no doubt about it—this type of job arrangement is on the rise. There are lots of winners when workers don’t have report to a physical location every day:…
It can be hard to find a job when you’re young—especially if you don’t have a degree or a lot of work experience. And this summer, with the unemployment rate soaring across the country, it can seem nearly impossible. And…
Although getting fired from a job may feel like a disaster at the time, it can ultimately improve your focus, confidence, and overall career resilience.
For any job seeker who faces obstacles and frustration on their way to landing a good job, it’s worth knowing that you’re far from alone.
Find information, resources, and in-person help to overcome job search barriers.
Planning a job search?
Improve your chance of success with this checklist to plan your own personalized job search.
Have a brand new shiny teaching credential, and looking for a place to put it to work?
If you are a recently— or about-to-be—graduated teacher, there are excellent resources to help you identify strong potential job markets.
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