Today, most job searching and applications are done online. We recommend you do these things before getting started with your search:

• Create an email address.
  • Almost all employers require an email address to apply for jobs. If you don't have one, go to Gmail, Yahoo, and Outlook.com where you can get one for free.
• Prepare your resume.
  • If you don't have your resume as an electronic document, you can create one. Click here to download a basic Word resume template, created by HCPL librarians, to get started.
  • Having trouble? Ask at your library's Information Desk for help with setting up your resume. Direct help may be available as time permits.
• Save your resume.
  • In addition to your finished Word file, save a copy of your resume as a plain text file. This can open on any computer, and will allow you to easily copy and paste your resume text into online application forms.
• Keep your resume handy.
  • Make sure you can easily access your resume when needed. It is recommended that you save your resume to a USB drive or to the cloud.