Are you tired of finding an amazing job online but then scrolling down the page only to realize that it is on the other side of the country? Is an hour or even a thirty-minute commute too long for you? It doesn’t seem like finding a job in your town should be so difficult… after all, you do live there. When looking for local job listings, it is important to narrow down your search and make use of all resources available to you. Here are some tips to finding a great job in your desired location:
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When juggling the stresses of a job search, it may seem like you cannot find the most essential part of the plan – the best job listings. Traditionally, job listings were concentrated in the local newspaper, but with the advent of the Internet, employers are listing jobs in a number of other places. Job listings now appear online at newspaper websites, niche websites and sites devoted exclusively to listing jobs, like CareerBuilder.com.
To find the best job listings, you should do a little research and consider what your career interests are. For example, if you really enjoy science and want to find a career in the science and technology industry, you may want to visit a site you already know, such as ScienceNews.org. An industry site like this will often have a “Career Center” where you can find job listings that relate specifically to your chosen profession or desired career.
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It’s the night of the Academy Awards and you’re glued to the TV, dreaming of one day walking up the aisle and accepting your Oscar. Who hasn’t dreamed of running off to Hollywood and rubbing elbows with the rich and famous? And it isn’t only aspiring actors, writers and directors who dream. After all, the stars need someone to cook for them, fix their computers, manage their finances, etc. If you’re envisioning an office with a view of the Hollywood sign, polish up your resume and start searching the wealth of jobs listed online. You could be on a plane to LAX in no time. Read the rest of this entry »

The computer, engineering and information technology fields are growing so quickly that the supply of employees can’t keep up with employers’ demands. Techies have plenty of jobs to choose from, but that doesn’t mean that the job search is easy. Several sites can help jump-start a high tech job search by providing information, resources, and lots of listings.
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So you want to work for the government? Careers in the public sector often offer great benefits and learning opportunities. The following resources can point you in the right direction:
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