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Industry & Job Overviews
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Description
Also produced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, this source follows the same format as the Career Guide to Industries, but focuses on specific job titles. Content is revised every two years.
Job Listings - Local
AL.com/Jobs
Users can browse job openings in Alabama by category to see the most popular job titles and industries. Tips on career advice are also available to browse. These provide guidance you need to land your next job or advance your career – resume advice, networking best practices, interviewing tips, negotiation strategies and more. The Job News link gives users the opportunity to stay on top of what is happening in the local job market - new employers moving into the area, local employment trends, company expansions and more.
Alabama Works!
AlabamaWorks stands for opportunity, innovation, accountability and inclusion with the vision of a better future for Alabama in which communities, business, and industry are supported in a collaborative process to build prosperity through the opportunity of meaningful work and a growing economy. Our mission is to recruit, train, and empower a highly skilled workforce driven by business and industry needs and to be the competitive advantage for Alabama’s economic growth. Whether you’re an employer, a job seeker or a student, AlabamaWorks is the springboard for your success and promises to provide profitability and economic growth by creating opportunities for success and an improved quality of life for Alabamians.
Craigslist Birmingham
Utilizing a classified ad format, these local Birmingham listings may help you find a job, find a place to live, sell old furniture, advertise your skills, and more.
JobsQuest
JobsQuest is your gateway to exciting employment opportunities within the Personnel Board of Jefferson County Merit System. The Merit System consists of nearly 8000 positions within a wonderfully diverse set of government agencies, including five county-wide agencies providing critical public services to our communities and 17 city governments, ranging from smaller, community-minded towns to vibrant, bustling cities. Most positions with the City of Birmingham are filled through the Personnel Board of Jefferson County Merit System. The board maintains lists of applicants eligible for hiring. City vacancies are filled using these lists.
Alabama State Personnel Department
Users can search the website of the state personnel department to learn about government positions and application procedures for careers with the State of Alabama.
Job Listings - Federal
USAJOBS
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This is the official job site for the federal government and the only source needed for information on U.S. Government jobs.
Job Listings - National
CareerBuilder.com
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Known as the largest online job site, CareerBuilder allows you to search by job category, company, or industry for U.S. and international jobs.
Indeed
Indeed strives to put job seekers first, giving them free access to search for jobs, post resumes, and research companies. Every day, we connect millions of people to new opportunities.
Monster.com
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Known as the "leading global online careers and recruitment resource" with employees in more than 30 countries, Monster provides everything for job searching.
Simply Hired
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Dedicated to "job search made simple", all you have to do to get started on this site is fill in the Keyword and Location search boxes.
SnagAJob.com
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Search the largest job site for part-time and full-time hourly jobs.
ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter is a leading online employment marketplace. Powered by AI-driven smart matching technology, the company actively connects millions of all-sized businesses and job seekers through innovative mobile, web, and email services, as well as partnerships with the best job boards on the web. Job seekers can search for jobs both locally and nationwide. In addition to providing a job search database, the ZipRecruiter website also has the following research tools: ZipRecruiter Unemployment Benefits Calculator ZipRecruiter Salary Calculator ZipRecruiter Industry Insights
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Creating Resumes
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These writing guides help you determine the type of resume you need, as well as learn what you should include and leave out of a resume.
Online Writing Lab
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The Professional, Technical, and Job Search Writing portion of this site helps with writing cover letters, e-mail etiquette, resume design, and job acceptance letters.
Resume Guide - CareerOneStop

CareerOneStop is the flagship career, training, and job search website for the U.S. Department of Labor. CareerOneStop's Resume Guide will help you create a resume that will stand out in today’s job market. Included in the guide are: 1) a step-by-step plan for what to include in your resume 2) tips for writing, formatting, and polishing 3) sample resumes 4) marketing tips, including using tools like LinkedIn and Facebook 5) resume FAQs
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Regional Library Computer Center
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Free computer classes are available in the RLCC at the downtown Birmingham Public Library.
Grow with Google
Now more than ever, Americans need digital skills to land the jobs they want, advance their careers, and grow their businesses. Grow with Google aims to help by providing free training, tools and expertise.
Alabama Works! Job Seeker Resources
The Job Seeker Resources section of the Alabama Works website includes links to numerous agencies and organizations that can help with job traning and career planning.
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