Career Corner
Whether it's finding a job, creating a job, or growing in a job, CPL can support your career journey.
Cleveland Public Library offers a range of job and career services, including access to job search and resume resources. Patrons can also attend workshops, use computers with job-related software, and explore educational tools to advance their careers.
Career & Small Business Services
Business, Economics & Labor Department
Located on the 4th floor of the Louis Stokes Wing of our Main Library, the Business, Economics, and Labor Department is here to help small business professionals, investors, job seekers, and researchers. This department provides specialized assistance and information on topics including accounting, careers, real estate, statistics, stocks, and more.
Clark-Fulton Learning Center
The Learning Center is more than just a MakerSpace, it’s a vibrant learning hub where individuals of all ages can build new skills and grow. Whether you want to enhance your digital know-how, dive into creative projects, grow your small business or advance your career skills, our learning center team is here to help.
TechCentral
Located in the Lower Level of the Louis Stokes Wing of the Main Library, the TechCentral MakerSpace provides access to industry-grade technologies, perfect for creators and small business owners. Available equipment includes a laser cutter and engraver, 3D printer, music and video production hardware and software, and a direct-to-garment printer.
Aspire Greater Cleveland
(COMING SOON) A free resource for High School Equivalency (HSE)/GED® preparation, English for Speakers of other Languages (ESOL), one-on-one tutoring, skills classes, and workforce assistance. Aspire Greater Cleveland classes include career assessments and counseling, financial and digital literacy, and post-secondary education and training for employment.
Mandel Workforce & Senior Innovation Center
Coming soon to the Glenville Branch.
Job Searching & Resume Help
Got Resume Builder
With tutorials, samples, and writing tips, Got Resume Builder also provides easy to use resume templates that can be downloaded and shared in multiple file formats. Free to use but requires an account.
Indeed
Indeed is one of the world’s largest websites for job searchers, compiling job postings directly from companies and other websites. Indeed also offers a free resume builder with downloadable templates and no account required to create and save your resume.
Ohio Means Jobs
Specifically designed for Ohio job seekers and businesses, Ohio Means Jobs provides a central access point for employment, training, and professional development services. These services include resume help, career assessments, and skill development modules.
Online Training & Certification
Cleveland Public Library offers free access to online training and certification for library card holders. These resources can be accessed remotely or at any of our 27 branches or Main Library.
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Creativebug
Creativebug provides pre-recorded and live video tutorials and classes on arts including drawing, painting, and crafts including sewing, embroidery, and crocheting, and home decoration for all ages and skill levels. Creativebug can be viewed within your web browser or you can download the Android or iOS application. Join by entering your library card number and…
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Digital Learn
Digital Learn provides a variety of online computer classes, ranging from finding jobs online to online shopping, we’ll even help you get started on Facebook, Microsoft Word, and more! Cleveland Public Library along with Cuyahoga County Public Library, East Cleveland Public Library and other area partners, have joined together to bridge the digital divide. Collectively…
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Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos
Spanish speakers and students of Spanish can benefit from the clear, concise information in Estudiantil Hallazgos, World Book’s intermediate Spanish-language encyclopedia.
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Gale Courses
Gale Courses features numerous FREE instructor-led courses on virtually every topic — from writing, web design, parenting, photography, accounting, programming, and hundreds more. Focusing on skill and professional development, all Gale Courses are created by expert instructors, ensuring that each course is comprehensive, clear and engaging. Follow these 4 easy steps to get started: Enter…
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Linkedin Learning (formerly Lynda)
Lynda.com is now Linkedin Learning. Explore 16,000 virtual courses professionally-produced courses to help you take the next step in your career or develop new skills. Courses cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and open source applications) that can help you pursue…
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Mango Languages
Mango Languages is an interactive language-learning platform, offering more than 70 different languages and 18 different ESL courses. Learn real-life conversations with native-speaker audio and cultural context so that you can speak like a local. Mango features authentic content, interactive features, and an algorithmic review activity designed to adapt to your individual learning path. Learn…
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OhioMeansJobs
This web site gives individuals access to career planning, job searching, and creating a resume. Find information on in-demand careers, career fairs, workshops, scholarships, and employment programs for skills training. Take online occupational and academic online assessment practice tests to achieve your goals. Visit the Individual with Disability, Veteran, and K-12 student portals for career…
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Peterson’s Test and Career Prep
Offers the latest college and graduate entrance exams, as well as in-depth information on colleges, universities, vocational schools, tuition assistance, and career exploration. Includes online practice exams for college, graduate school, the military, or trade school, and careers such as medical assisting, cosmetology, and auto or truck repair. A selection of available tests includes: ACT,…
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Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone Library Solution offers online language learning lessons using their immersion method. This resource includes 30 languages to meet a range of cultural interests. Learning is structured around core lessons to build reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills and also includes focused activities to refine grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and more. The Rosetta Stone mobile…
CreativeBug
A great place to start for makers, creatives, and small business owners, Creativebug provides pre-recorded and live video tutorials and classes. Learn to sew, crochet, draw, paint, and use creative technologies. FREE to CPL card holders and accessible using a web browser, Android, and iOS applications.
Digital Learn
Digital Learn provides a variety of online computer classes, ranging from finding jobs online to online shopping, we’ll even help you get started on Facebook, Microsoft Word, and more! Cleveland Public Library along with Cuyahoga County Public Library, East Cleveland Public Library and other area partners, have joined together to bridge the digital divide. Collectively we are known as the Digital Inclusion Anchors. Vision: For every resident in Greater Cleveland to have access to affordable devices, reliable internet and the relevant skills to use them so that they can empower themselves to seek every opportunity available through the digital economy.
Gale Courses
Offers free high-quality courses and career training programs online. There is a wide range of classes including computer applications, web design, accounting, and personal development. You can see a full listing of courses by selecting “View Catalog.” Courses are FREE with your Cleveland Public Library card. Gale also provides access to commonly used legal forms.
LinkedIn Learning
Receive free access to LinkedIn Learning with your Library card. Explore 16,000 virtual courses professionally-produced courses to help you take the next step in your career or develop new skills. Courses cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development, and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and open-source applications) that can help you pursue personal and professional goals. These courses are delivered by expert instructors and feature searchable transcripts that make it easy to find quick answers to questions. They also feature Certificates of Completion.
Mango Languages
Mango Languages is an interactive language-learning platform, offering more than 70 different languages and 18 different ESL courses. Learn real-life conversations with native-speaker audio and cultural context so that you can speak like a local. Mango features authentic content, interactive features, and an algorithmic review activity designed to adapt to your individual learning path.
Sign up for Mango with your library card today!
North Star Digital Literacy
Test and build your skills with Northstar Digital Literacy! This online, self-guided assessment and learning resource tests your knowledge and provides modules to improve your digital skills.
Ohio library access to Northstar is funded through a federal Institute of Museum and Library Services ARPA grant awarded by the State Library of Ohio.
Peterson’s Test and Career Prep
Offers the latest college and graduate entrance exams, as well as in-depth information on colleges, universities, vocational schools, tuition assistance, and career exploration. Includes online practice exams for college, graduate school, the military, or trade school, and careers such as medical assisting, cosmetology, and auto or truck repair. A selection of available tests includes: ACT, American Foreign Service Officer, AP, ASVAB, Civil Service, CLEP, Clerical, DSST, EMT, Firefighter, GED, GMAT, GRE, Law Enforcement, LSAT, MCAT, Military Flight Aptitude, NCLEX-PN, Officer Candidate, Postal, SAT, State Trooper, and TOEFL.
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone Library Solution online language learning lessons are now accessible to all Cleveland Public Library patrons with valid library cards. As the People’s University, our strategic library priorities are focused on forming communities of learning and fostering a global perspective among the citizens of NE Ohio. Thirty 30 languages accessible online and begin learning today.
Upcoming Events
All eventsExcel Workshops III
Acquire a robust foundation of Microsoft Excel know-how. Excel Workshops – First Workshop Familiarize yourself with the Excel Interface; select and format the appearance of data; and perform simple calculations. Excel Workshops – Second Workshop Use Excel to perform calculations on increasingly larger amounts of numerical data. Excel Workshops – Third Workshop Create versatile tables from spreadsheets; and turn raw data into visually interesting charts. Excel Workshops – Fourth Workshop Round out and refine your existing Excel know-how; and explore future areas of study and specialization. Excel Workshops – Supplemental Workshop Increase your productivity in Excel by taking advantage of various time-saving program features. Notes: It is not necessary to attend the Workshops in order. TechCentral will present the Supplemental Workshop if there is a fifth week in the month. You may request that Supplemental Workshop’s instructional material via one of the contact methods below. If you have any questions, feel free to contact TechCentral at (216) 623-2980, Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM; or by email at tech.central@cpl.org.
Word Workshop III
Become proficient in the everyday, academic, and work-related use of Microsoft Word. Word Workshops – First Workshop Become acquainted with the Word Interface; select and format the appearance of text. Word Workshops – Second Workshop Change the alignment of paragraphs of text; apply bullets or numbering to lists. Word Workshops – Third Workshop Refine tables and graphics. Word Workshops – Fourth Workshop Add headers, footers, and page numbers to a document; learn a variety of keyboard shortcuts that will save you time and energy when creating a Word document. Word Workshops – Supplemental Workshop An overview of more advanced Word skills, including: source citation; foot– and endnotes; and text styles. Notes: It is not necessary to attend the Workshops in order. TechCentral will present the Supplemental Workshop if there is a fifth week in the month. You may request that Supplemental Workshop’s instructional material via one of the contact methods below. If you have any questions, feel free to contact TechCentral at (216) 623-2980, Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM; or by email at tech.central@cpl.org.
Intro to Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Illustrator is an exceptionally robust, sometimes intimidating program, a chest of tools for creating all manner of digitally-designed products. A single, original design can be repurposed into a bumper sticker, T-shirt graphic, website visual, or product table display banner. This introductory, skill-based workshop will tackle the most daunting obstacle facing those new to the program: effective mouse and keyboard interaction with Illustrator's interface, tools, design elements, and features. The goal of this workshop is to provide you not only with a strong, foundational Illustrator skill set, but also the confidence to expand it.
Career Related Services
Do you need some extra assistance to apply for a job or prepare for an upcoming interview? Career Related Services are available at the South Campus. Our specialist can assist you with career exploration, labor market information, job search assistance, cover letters, resumes, and interviewing skills.