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Welcome to the Job Help Center at Main Library

While you're here, please browse responsibly.

The Library is proud to be able to offer public computers and wireless access to the members of our community who are looking for work or preparing for new opportunities in the workforce. These computers do not have access to streaming media, social media sites or entertainment content in general.

The Library is compliant with the Child Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and prohibits displaying sexually graphic material. The full Internet Access Policy is available online and in print form at every location.

The Library has no control over the materials obtained on the Internet and cannot be responsible for its content. While you're using these services, please be aware that the Internet contains some material that may be offensive, inaccurate or false.

If you need to use a computer for something other than job searching, distance learning or other career preparation, please ask a staff member for options.

Hours: M-Th: 9am to 9pm
F-Sat: 9am to 6pm
Sun: 1pm to 6pm

Job Help Center Manager:
Mark Engelbrecht
Phone: (704) 416-0500

SERVICES:

The Library’s Career Transitions resource has been launched. Career Transitions users can:

  • Prepare – build, save, retrieve, and update personal career information with a career toolkit

  • Assess – explore current skills, occupational knowledge, and interests and match them with fulfilling career paths

  • Explore – investigate thousands of career paths, industries, locations, and companies

  • Improve – find educational opportunities and take classes to increase hiring chances

  • Apply – search job listings from around the country that meet user criteria

This service is accessible from any Library location, home, or office with an Internet connection and your library card number. Signup Now.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Job Finder, is a self-service tool that helps job seekers explore local career opportunities based on compatibility, market trends, up-to-date job openings, and local training programs. This resource is only available at the Job Help Center. Sign in.

Reserve a PC at the Job Help Center

 Computer usage is for 3 hour internet sessions and are to be used for job search activities. It is recommended that you prepare for filling out applications using our general application information worksheet in advance to maximize your job search time online.

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Job Related Programs at Main Library



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From Stress to Success: A Support Group for Coping During Job Transition
Join us for an hour to share your experiences and receive support from others like you. Sessions will be facilitated by Tricia Fisher, social work intern. This is a drop-in series; you do not need to register in advance.    Learn More

Computer Basics Part II
Get hands-on practice using a computer, keyboard and mouse in this class for beginners. This is the second of a two-part series.     Learn More

Interviewing to Win - So When Do I Start?
Kenya Todd, HR Professional, will help you create a game plan for winning at your next interview. Get tips from an insider. Find out what they are thinking when you respond to a question. Learn how to prepare for that all-important interview.    Learn More

Social Media for Job Hunters in 2010
Scott Hepburn, social media expert, will discuss ways you can develop a more progressive, up-to-date job search strategy.     Learn More

Word Basics Part I
Learn how to create, edit, and save a Word 2007 document. This is the first of a two-part series. This class is designed for adults with some computer experience but little or no previous word processing experience.     Learn More

Computer Basics Part I
Get a basic overview of computer terms and concepts in this class for adults with little or no previous computer experience.    Learn More

Create a Business Website
Do you have a business or are you thinking of starting one? This intermediate-level workshop is designed to help you create a website for your business - for free!     Learn More


The Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation

Funding for the Job Help Center at Main Library has been provided by The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Mecklenburg County ABC Board, Phillip L. Van Every Foundation, and The Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation

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