The Library's Business & Career Center
BPL’s new workspace at Central Library inspires all those looking to secure their financial future to dream big and achieve their goals. Make it your place to meet, work and exchange ideas. BPL offers an array of resources and programs for anyone interested in career help, personal finance and small business advice—visit our Business & Career Services page to learn more.
The Center's New Space
Greatly enlarged, the Business & Career Center serves job seekers, freelancers and small business owners. The space includes custom-designed wood counter seating, four meeting rooms equipped with presentation screens, six conversation “nooks,” a co-working area with laptops available for loan, and two seminar rooms with built-in/automated presentation equipment. The Center connects, via a new glass-enclosed staircase, to the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons on the first floor. Funding for the new Business & Career Center was provided by Empire State Development.
Upcoming Events
Resume Help Office hours
Please come in for resume office hours.
Virtual Financial Coaching
Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals.
Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…
Drop-In Resume Hours
Come speak with a case manager every Monday from 12-2pm and every Tuesday from 5-7pm for on-the-spot resume help.
We are here to support you in creating/editing resumes, cover letters, and assist with other career related questions or inquiries (LinkedIn, job applications, etc.)
No…
Immigrant Job Support (one-on-one) Sessions
If you are an immigrant (whether you recently arrived to the United States or have been here for a while) stop by the Brighton Beach Library for help with your resume, cover letter, interview, and job search questions. All sessions are one-on-one on a first come, first served basis. Our…
Drop-In Resume & Career Help (Central Library)
Stop by Central Library's Business & Career Center for help with questions about your resume, cover letter, interview, and job search. All sessions are one-on-one on a first come, first served basis.
Roots n Wings: A Youth Development program for Boys Ages 13-19
The Roots & Wings Program is an ongoing youth and young adult development program for boys, ages 13-19, designed to help participants build strong personal foundations, develop life skills, improve communication, strengthen decision-making abilities, enhance leadership skills, and prepare…
Doing Business with the Federal Government A-Z | SBA Government Contracting Series, Part 1
Ready to tap into a powerful new revenue stream for your Brooklyn business? The Brooklyn Public Library's Business & Career Center has proudly teamed up with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to bring you a dynamic series designed to equip you with everything you need to know to…
The Flower Hour: Cannabis Business Counseling from the Brooklyn Business Solutions Center
Are you a budding entrepreneur in New York's cannabis industry? Join the NYC Business Solutions Brooklyn Center for "The Flower Hour," a special session of our popular Joint Ventures educational series which provides free business counseling to aspiring cannabis business owners.
What to…
Resume Coaching
One-on-one resume coaching at the library offers individualized support to job seekers in crafting and enhancing their resumes. Join us for assistance including feedback and suggestions regarding formatting and content, skills and qualifications you may wish to highlight, and…
Immigrant Job Support (one-on-one) Sessions
If you are an immigrant (whether you recently arrived to the United States or have been here for a while) stop by the Brighton Beach Library for help with your resume, cover letter, interview, and job search questions. All sessions are one-on-one on a first come, first served basis. Our…
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We're Here to Help
Do you have a quick business, career, or finance related question that doesn't require a trip to the library? Call 718.968.7275. You can also connect with a librarian via chat, email, or with an in-person appointment.
Central Library Revitalization
This space was part of Phase One of Central Library's renovations.