Start Your Job Search
Ready to start your job search? Access the job search tools and resources available to you right here in South Central Wisconsin. Looking for additional job search assistance? Stop by a WorkSmart service location today.
WorkSmart Access Points
No computer access to job search? Need help getting started? WorkSmart Access Points provide free computer and Internet access to help you in your job search. You can apply for jobs, create or update cover letters and resumes, apply for public assistance (FoodShare and health care), and get connected to a Job Center—all in one convenient location. Plus, on-site staff can help you get started if you have any questions.
Job Center of Wisconsin
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Job Center of Wisconsin (JCW) is Wisconsin's largest labor-exchange for employers and job seekers. The free, self-service system allows job seekers to search job openings and post resumes, and for employers to post job listings and connect with qualified candidates.
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Online Job Search Portals
Search for available jobs in Wisconsin and beyond through any of these electronic job portals.
Employment listings and opportunities with the City of Madison.
Seasonal job postings in national parks, camps, ski resorts, etc.
Dane County Employment Opportunities
Listings for employment with Dane County.
A website to help Building Performance Institute (BPI) certified weatherization workers and contractors find employment opportunities within the energy efficiency retrofit industry.
This is the Wisconsin website that allows you to search all electronic job opportunities in Wisconsin and beyond. Let all Wisconsin employers find you today by posting your resume for free.
An online job search portal where you can earch for jobs locally, in Wisconsin, and nationwide.
Highlights job postings from local and regional newspapers like the Wisconsin State Journal and the Capital Times.
A national job search engine for both employers and job seekers to connect and utilize career tools and resources.
Find full-time, part-time & temporary retirement jobs for Older Workers.
Rural Health Careers Wisconsin
Your one-stop connection to hundreds of health care career opportunities in rural Wisconsin. Find a wide range of clinical and non-clinical positions offered by healthcare providers in Wisconsin.
The U.S. Government’s official system/program for Federal jobs and employment information.
The website for State of Wisconsin jobs. Job search among Wisconsin State, County, City and Tribal Government jobs.
Job Fairs & On-Site Recruitments
Check out the WorkSmart Calendar for a listing of upcoming job fairs and on-site recruitments.
Labor Market Information
Free access to Wisconsin-focused labor market information including current employment and wage statistics, occupational profiles, high-growth occupations, and other data and career exploration tools to help you in your employment search.
Resume + Interview Help
Workshops
Need help creating or updating your resume or preparing for your interview? Take advantage of the free workshops available to you.
Online Resources
Access resumes, cover letters, interviewing help and other current, employment-focused resources to help you in your job search. Some resources include:
- Resume Guide will help you (step-by-step) to create a resume that will stand out in today’s job market.
- Improve Your Resume is a guide to help you rewrite your resume when you look for new jobs, change careers, and encounter major life changes
- Resume Samples & Templates model the basic formats and principles of resume writing; samples and templates are provided.
- Cover Letter Samples and examples are provided to help you personalize your resume and sell your skills
- Interviewing and preparation tips to help you master the interview
- More resources are available to help you in your job search at www.careeronestop.org
Publications that offer you practical information and advice for writing resumes and cover letters, interviewing, salary and wages and more. Information is also offered in multiple languages.
- 80% of Job Search Success Depends on Research PDF | HTML
- Networking PDF | HTML
- Qualities an Employer Looks for when Hiring PDF | HTML
- Tips on Finding Summer Jobs PDF | HTML
- Turned Down for that Job? PDF | HTML
- Want Ad Procedures PDF | HTML
- Where to Look for Job Opportunities PDF | HTML
- Personal Data Record PDF
- Avoid Application Form Errors PDF | HTML
- Employment Skills PDF | HTML
- Resume Writing--A Basic Guide PDF | HTML
- The Right Words to Use in Your Job Search PDF | HTML
- Self-Management Skills PDF | HTML
- Thoughts on Resumes PDF | HTML
- Transferable Skills PDF | HTML
- Hidden Elements of Interviewing PDF | HTML
- Informational Interviewing PDF | HTML
- Keys to Successful Interviewing PDF | HTML
- Prove It! PDF | HTML
- Questions Questions Questions PDF | HTML
- Telephone Tips and Techniques PDF | HTML
Along with its job search capabilities, this website offers career advice and resources for those with a job and those looking to find a new job.
View examples and guidelines for preparing cover letters and resumes.
BOARD OF SOUTH CENTRAL WISCONSIN
