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Welcome to the Morris County Library's Career Resource Seminars. All sessions are free and welcome everyone. Join us for a single session or the entire series. Great way to jump start your network! We also offer free computer classes.

Register online or call (973-285-6939)

Local resources for job seekers
Sept. 7 [Tues.], 12-1:30PM [Conference Room]
This session covers a broad range of free services available to all job seekers. Did you know libraries have high speed Internet access and Microsoft Office for public use? That several local job groups offer free resume critiques and mock interviews? This session is a great way to reactivate your network! Which are the best books for job seekers? Our participants recommend these!
  • Job outlooks
  • Career change
  • Resumes & letters
  • Interviews & networking
  • Recruiters & agencies
  • Local job groups
  • Notary service
  • Seminar outline
Company research for job seekers
Sept. 13 & October 12, 12-1:30PM [Computer Lab]
Everything you need to know about researching your next employer. We cover what's available, how to get it, and what to do when you need more information. Bonus: how to sleuth out job ads.
  • Company profiles
  • Corporate "family trees"
  • Financial data
  • Industry rankings
  • Products & services
  • Company histories
  • News
  • Target lists
  • Seminar outline
Internet job search tips
Sept. 20, & Oct. 18, 12-1:30PM [Computer Lab]
This strategy session introduces you to the practical aspects of searching for jobs on the Internet. We also cover "hidden job sites," security issues, and tips to facilitate your search. Can't wait? Go to Career Central and dive right in!
  • Full service job sites
  • New Jersey jobs
  • Civil service
  • Online Ads
  • Employment services
  • Salary surveys
  • Online resumes
  • Seminar outline

The target job search
Sept. 27, 12-1:30PM [Computer Lab]
Tired of scanning employment ads? Take a proactive role in your job search! It's easy to identify potential employers meeting your professional standards and personal style. This effective approach produces results.
  • What is a target job search?
  • How to identify potential employers
  • Digging for details
  • Finding hiring managers
  • Information interviews
  • Seminar outline
Online job applications
Oct. 25, 12-1:30PM [Computer Lab]
Everything you need to know about applying for jobs online. We'll walk you through a sample online application. NOTE: this is not a hands-on job application session. Demonstration only.
  • Different ways to apply online
  • Standard elements
  • Data entry
  • Security issues
  • Seminar outline
Networking 101
Oct. 4, 12-1:30PM [Conference Room]
The number one way most people get hired? Professional networks and personal referrals. This session will help you identify creative ways to maximize your contacts. NOTE: we will cover social networks (Linkedin, Twitter etc.); but not provide hands-on instructions. Be prepared to share your elevator speech! Seminar outline

Morris County Library
30 E. Hanover Ave. Whippany, NJ 07981
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16 August 2010