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Job Seekers Resources

Get started with your job search with these free resources at home or in the Library. Learn about different careers, find job listings, build a resume, write a cover letter, prepare for interviews, get unemployment assistance, and more.

Recommended Reads

To browse books on job finding resources in the library, ask for help at the Adult Reference Desk.

Job Boards & Job Search Sites

Most employers rely on digital means to collect job applications and resumes. Start looking for your next opportunity with local company's listings, federal job boards, job search sites, as well as, company review search sites. You do not have to create an account to browse these sites, however, you will need to create one to apply on these sites.

Local Job Listings

Chicago & Illinois Job Listings

Federal & National Job Listings

Job Search Sites

Career Research, Company Reviews, & Salaries

Assistance for Job Seekers

Find upcoming career fairs, local job centers, career coaching, and specialized services. Networking through job fairs allows you to meet potential employers and get a head start on the application process.

Career Events & Job Fairs

Job Centers & Appointments

Disability Employment

Veteran Services

Unemployment Services

Job Tools & Helpful Websites

Use these free job tools and helpful websites to overcome the challenges of your job search.

Self-Guided Online Learning

Learn at your own pace anywhere, anytime. Find a variety of lessons on essential topics need for your job search, application process, interviewing, and negotiating.

Upcoming Job Seekers Programs

Find all of our entertaining and enriching programs and classes on the Programs page.

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Online Resources

You will need your Rolling Meadows Library card to access many of our online resources if you are not using them in the Library. Need help? Stop by or call the Reference Desk at 847-259-6050 x130.

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America's News: Jobs and Careers

Use from home Library Card Required  Current and archived full-text articles from news sources nationwide. Browse topics like finding a job, job fields, and career changes.

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Popular Jobs & Career Topics

  • Career Searching
  • Interviewing
  • Job Fairs
  • Resume Writing
  • Jobs for Veterans
  • Manufacturing (Jobs)
  • Retail (Jobs)
  • Technology (Jobs)
  • Layoffs
  • Minimum Wage
  • New Jobs
  • Unemployment Rates

Business Source Premier

Use from home Library Card Required  Thousands of articles from leading business publications including peer reviewed journals. Search for topics to learn about the modern job market.

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Recommended Searches

  • Cover Letters
  • Employee Benefits
  • Job Applications
  • Job Hunting
  • Job Offers
  • Job Resumes
  • Job Search Strategies
  • Job Vacancies
  • Unemployment
  • Vocational Guidance
  • Vocational Rehabilitation
  • Working Hours

Consumers' Checkbook

Use from home Library Card Required  Compare Employment Agencies in the Chicago area. Sort by the agencies' ratings, distance to you, or alphabetical to find the answers you need.

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Newspaper Source Plus

Use from home Library Card Required  Cover-to-cover full text for hundreds of national, international and regional newspapers. Search for topics to get the latest news about the modern job market.

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Recommended Searches

  • Employment Interviewing
  • Employment of Older People
  • Employment Reentry
  • Job Fairs
  • Job Search Strategies
  • Labor Markets
  • Labor Unions
  • Self-Employment
  • Unemployment
  • Wages
  • Working Hours
  • Young Workers

Reference Solutions

Use from home Library Card Required  Job seekers can access information on more than 24 million U.S. businesses, including human resource contact names, to assist with their job search. Company descriptions and website links to job postings are also provided.

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Use from home Library Card Required  Plan for your future. "Starting a Career & Career Advancement" is an easy to understand guide to help you evaluate and plan your career path.

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