The Business & Career Center can connect you with technology to help you achieve your goals!
This is a self-service open lab with a support tech in the room to answer questions about:
- Formatting & uploading resumes
- Formatting & uploading cover letters
- Navigating job application websites
- Filling out job applications
- Uploading a document
- Emailing an employer
Laptops will be available for you to use during this session.
Assistance is first come, first served, and there is limited space.
Our staff offer guidance on resumes and cover letters but DO NOT write or type these documents for patrons.
View the list of upcoming sessions on our calendar.
Come to free interactive workshops to learn the fundamentals of using a computer, from accessing the internet to using Microsoft Word. Business & Career Center workshops will emphasize using technology to advance your job search and create your own resume. Workshops will have real-world practice exercises.
To find more computer classes happening at Brooklyn Public Library, search the Events Calendar using the terms TechKnowledge, Computer, and Ask a Tech.
In the Business & Career Center
Use your adult full access library card to check out a B&CC laptop for use at the Central Library. Laptops can be used to write your resume, apply for a job, or work on your business idea. Most online resources that list as being available only at Central Library are available on these laptops. Check with a B&CC librarian for more information.
Learn new skills, research your market, or explore the world of investing with BPL's free digital resources and databases. Many resources offer video tutorials.
Need extra help navigating the online resources? Book a Librarian for a one-on-one tutoring session.
We also have many video recordings of classes that show you how to make the most of these tools. Access our resources at home, at the office, or anywhere with your library card!