IN-PERSON VISITS OPEN TO ALL: Browsing, in-person silent study and 60-minute computer sessions. Masks are optional for fully vaccinated individuals in most areas but required for all in the Children's Center.
See here for more information.
Click Here for link to Library Board of Trustees Meeting, Tuesday, July 27, 7:30 pm
Career Services
201-670-5600 x 130
Databases
For a complete list of the Ridgewood Library's Databases click here.
Features:
- Job & Internship Postings
- Job Application Guidance
- Technical & Educational Training
- Popular Software Tutorials
- Resume & Cover Letter Templates
- Interview Skills
- Microsoft Word & Internet Training
College Search
A website partnered with HigherEducation.com to provide students with direct connections to schools and programs suiting their educational goals. The site includes free college planning, financial aid, and career resources to help all students get the most from their education and prepare for the world after college.
Online Associate Degrees - https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/online-associate-degree/
Online Bachelor's Degrees - https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/online-bachelors-degree/
Online Master's Degrees - https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/online-masters-degree/
Online Doctorate Degrees - https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/online-doctorate-degree/
Accredited Online Colleges - https://www.bestcolleges.com/features/top-online-schools/
SCORE Mentoring/Computer Classes
SCORE Northeast NJ's mentors will customize one-on-one confidential mentoring to meet your business needs. This free business mentoring for planning, testing ideas and social media strategies is open to Ridgewood adult residents only; registration is required. Weekdays, 9:30am-3:00 pm, Private Business Center, 1st Floor
To register for a 60-minute, one-to-one session:
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Click "Request a Meeting"
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Fill out the form
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Under type of client, select "Meet Face to Face"
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OR "Find a Mentor" if you'd like to match with someone specific
Computer Classes (POSTPONED WHILE LIBRARY IS CLOSED)
Registration is necessary for computer classes, please click here to register or call 201-670-5600 x 130.
Please visit the Tech Training webpage for details on classes, registration, fees and seasonal brochures.
Job Websites
Job Postings
Career Builder - Online job board and classified ads for 140 local & national newspapers
Craigslist - Job postings for north Jersey and worldwide
Indeed - Worldwide job search engine
Nj.com Jobs - Local NJ careers
New Jersey Civil Service Job Announcements
Ridgewood Patch - Ridgewood/Glen Rock job postings/classifieds
Senior Job Bank - Committed to connecting employers to the over-50 workforce
Simply Hired - Search jobs from company sites, job boards and the web
USA Jobs - The Federal Government's official job board
Resume & Cover Letters
Career Lab - Resume and cover letter samples.
Hloom - Free resume templates and samples.
The Muse- An article on tips to writing a stellar cover letter.
eResumes - Resume samples.
Resources
Affordable Online Colleges Directory
Career Connections - NJ Gov career resource for new seekers, career changers, and more
Career One Stop - US Department of Labor career resources
Individuals with Disabilities- US Department of Labor Disabilities services
Occupational Outlook Handbook - From the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Skills Search - Job skill assessment.
Starting a Business- NJ business portal
USA. Gov - US Government publications on employment topics, such as federal jobs and unemployment information
Veterans - Job information for veterans
Local Career Centers
Passaic County One-Stop Career Center: 200 Memorial Drive
Paterson, NJ, 07505
Tel: 973-340-3400
Bergen Career One Stop Center: 60 State Street
Hackensack, NJ 07601-5427
T: 201-329-9600 x5640
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Career Books
Search Books by: Job Hunting Resumes Cover Letters Interviewing Career Change