It almost goes without saying, but creating an effective resume (and cover letter when required) and having good interviewing skills are essential to success in finding a job, especially in these days when online job applications are becoming the norm.
Information on these important topics can be found using all the other sections of this Library Guide as well, but this section is designed to highlight some specialized resources.
Information about finding and preparing for your career.
NOTE: To use materials and tools, create an account in Learning Express. The account is free, just select "Register" under New Users.
When users log in, they will see another section called My Center, where the tutorials, ebooks, tests, etc. used are stored for later access.
Learning Express User's Guide
In a specialized search like this, searching using Library of Congress Subject Headings is the best way to go. Click on the links below to go to lists of books. These lists are in alphabetical order, but can be sorted by date. Also, books at an STLCC campus other than your own may be requested using your A number and be picked up at your own campus within a day or two of requesting.
The Internet provides a wide array of sites that want to help you build a resume, create a cover letter, and prepare for a job interview. Some of these are commercial and some are free. Below are a few sites which may be helpful.
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