Skokie Public Library provides many services to assist those seeking a job or career advancement. Look through the Employment Resource Center site for opportunities to meet with a career counselor or join a job support group at the Library. The Career Center from Tutor.com provides a service where resumes or cover letters can be uploaded for analysis from a job specialist live online.
Web resource
Available with Skokie Public Library card
Available in Library only
Recommended Job Search Sites
Career Center from Tutor.com
Career Center is organized into sections on Career Help, GED Preparation, Citizenship, and Back to School. The Career Help section includes resources to help write resumes and cover letters. Resumes and cover letters can be uploaded and evaluated by career experts using ProofPoint. ProofPoint is available from 3:00 to 10:00pm only.
Career Information sites compiled by Skokie Public Library
Websites selected by librarian specialists to assist in job searching and provide information on salaries, resumes, networking, etc.
ChicagoJobTalk.org
This is a good place to start for anyone looking for a job in Chicago. This site contains links to local job listing sites, a guide to area employers and local career assistance organizations.
Employment Resource Center from Skokie Public Library
Learn about the special services and resources available at Skokie Public Library and the local community to assist jobhunters.
The Riley Guide
This highly regarded career website includes an A-to-Z index of career information available on the Internet.