Look for a Job
Finding and getting a job can be a challenging process. Knowing more about job search methods and application techniques can help. To begin looking for jobs in your area, search by job title at CareerOneStop. Or, post your resume and register your job search with your state job bank.
Resources to Help You Find and Get a Job
CareerOneStop from the U.S. Department of Labor offers information that can help you:
Other resources:
State Job Banks - Search your state to locate job openings in your area.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Learn about hundreds of career fields. Find information on educational requirements, growth rates, median pay, and more.
State, Regional, and Local Resources - Locate Department of Labor programs and services near you.
Federal Government Employment - Learn how to use USAJOBS to get a job with the federal government.
Jobs for Teens and Young Adults
Learn about occupations to help you plan your future (for grades K-12).
Get help entering the job market. If you’re age 16 to 24, GetMyFuture is for you. It has resources to help you:
Finish high school
Explore career options
Find training
Search and apply for jobs
There’s a special section on support for young people who:
Struggle with addiction
Have a criminal record
Have children
Need help with housing
Face other challenges
- Learn about Job Corps, a free educational and vocational training program. It helps low income people ages 16 through 24 learn a trade, earn a high school diploma or GED, and get help finding a job.
Jobs for Older Workers
The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) offers job training for older Americans. The program provides training for low-income, unemployed seniors.
If you're an older worker looking for a job, CareerOneStop offers tips that may help.
Jobs for Laid-off Workers
If you have recently lost your job, visit CareerOneStop's Worker ReEmployment section. It has information on job searching, benefits, and training options after a layoff.
Job Information and Resources for Women
Find information about and for women in the workforce at the Department of Labor Women’s Bureau. The Resources page has information about :
- Equal pay
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Hiring women in construction
Avoid Job Scams
While some companies want to help you find a job, others are more interested in taking your money. Learn how to recognize scams and file a complaint:
- Job scams and how to avoid them
- Work at home schemes to avoid
- If you were scammed, you can file a complaint online or call the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).