Job Resources
In-Person Career Coach Microsoft File Explorer
Learn how to navigate through folders and manage your files using Windows File Explorer.
There are two sessions to choose from:
10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm.
You only need to register for one class.
Seating is limited to 9 persons per session.
This is an advanced class for people who know the basics of Excel. Registration through CTHires.com
Registration for in-person Stamford location classes is through CTHires.com or call 203-353-1702,
YCA (Youth Career Advancement Training), a project of Career Resources, Inc., is a free 6–8-week program for individuals aged 16-24. We use a virtual classroom environment meeting Monday through Friday from 10:00AM-3:30PM. The format is meant to simulate and prepare participants for a “real world” work-environment.
YCA’s curriculum engages participants to challenge themselves in the following areas: setting goals, mapping out step-by-step action plans, life and attitudinal skills, professional development, work readiness, computer literacy, financial literacy, and a National Retail Federation customer service and sales credential (upon successful completion of the certification exam).
The next cohort begins on Monday, October 16, 2023. We cap enrollment at 12 to maintain individualized attention. Programs run throughout the year and enrollment is ongoing.
To learn more, please contact schneider@CareerResources.org
Subscription Databases - Access using your Norwalk Library card number.
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LearningExpress Workforce Solutions (featuring Job & Career Accelerator) contains hundreds of resources ― such as tutorials, practice tests, e-books, articles and flashcards ― to help users achieve high school equivalency, explore jobs and careers, prepare for occupational certification exams, and develop the core knowledge and skills that are essential to workplace success.
JobNow not only has expert resume assistance, live interview coaching and tips and resources to help start your job search, they also have Live VA Benefits Assistance & Unemployment Benefits Assistance.
- JobNow Receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, full-service resume lab, 24/7 access to local job resources and more!
- Resume Assistance Prepare your resume with help from JobNow resources including resume templates; receive expert feedback via live interaction or the resume lab.
- Prepare for Your Interview Review interview tips and resources; connect with a job coach to practice interviewing.
- JobNow Receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, full-service resume lab, 24/7 access to local job resources and more!
- Resume Assistance Prepare your resume with help from JobNow resources including resume templates; receive expert feedback via live interaction or the resume lab.
- Prepare for Your Interview Review interview tips and resources; connect with a job coach to practice interviewing.
AtoZ databases is the Premier Job Search, Reference & Mailing List Database including 30 million business & executive profiles & 220 million residents. Ideal for sales leads mailing lists, market research, employment opportunities, finding friends and relatives, and much more
AtoZ databases Intro Videos - Whether you are new to the application or need some assistance in navigating AtoZdatabases, these videos will provide the guidance you are looking for. Includes videos on how to search for a job, how to interview,& how not to interview.
Collection of resume keywords
As Connecticut begins to reopen businesses and the economy, there are several resources available to support job-seekers and businesses get back to work quickly and safely. Governor Lamont and the state have forged several partnerships to provide residents with job-training for in-demand skills, and custom job portals with open positions across the state.
- City of Norwalk Job Opportunities - Including Library Jobs
- Connecticut Department of Labor Unemployment Website
- Job Applications for local businesses
- Canva - Free resume builder
- Career One Stop - your source for career exploration, training
and jobs. Includes a Resume Guide for creating or updating your resume. - My Next Move - Search by keyword, industry, or by interests to find the perfect job. Find out what knowledge, skills
and abilities are needed. - Occupational Outlook Handbook - a guide to career information about hundreds of occupations!
The History and Uses of the Occupational Outlook Handbook - an article from People Managing People.
- Step-Up - (Subsidized Training and Employment Program)
- Zippia - A site for job seekers who want to empower their career aspirations with knowledgeable data.
Local Career Centers
American Job Center Career Coach - "...a One-Stop on wheels and mobile classroom which brings career services and computer training to you!"
Goodwill Career Centers: 15 Cross Street. Norwalk, CT Phone: 203-840-0361
They provide FREE job prep classes-Resume Writing, Job Searching, Interview Skills, Cover Letter writing, etc. Every day including Saturday, Except Wednesdays. There is a calendar of classes at the Main Reference Desk. They also have one-on-one job counseling (not just for Goodwill jobs). Scroll down to the Norwalk Goodwill entry for a link to their current calendar of classes.