Looking for a new job? It is time to get your resume brushed up and ready to go. 

Oftentimes, it feels overwhelming to write a new resume and cover letter. Not only can it be daunting to be in the job-search market, but many things can be affected depending on whether you land the job or not. To take some of the stress out of job searching, did you know that Markham Public Library offers free tools and resources for resume writing and 1-on-1 career coaching for library card holders? Let me introduce you to Brainfuse JobNow.

With a Markham Public Library card, you have free access to Brainfuse JobNow. Here's everything you can do to make your job-seeking journey easier: 

• 1:1 Live Career Expert Help: Receive live job coaching, real-time interview practice, and resume assistance from a professional career expert between 2:00 PM and 11:00 PM
• Full-Service Resume lab: Submit your resume and cover letter to receive feedback from career experts. There are no limits on submissions.
• Resume Assistance:  Get instant access to resume templates and receive expert feedback through live interaction.
• Prepare for Your Interview: Review interview tips and resources, and connect with a job coach to practice your interview skills.
• Career Match Service: Take an in-depth assessment to discover which jobs and careers suit you best.

If you don’t have a Markham Public Library card, don’t worry! We also have a dedicated job seeker webpage where we post resources and programs related to job searching. This webpage includes blogs, a program calendar, Markham Public Library resources that support job seekers, and community partners within York Region who assist patrons on their job-search journey.

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