Business & Career Center

A hub for learning and innovation in Brooklyn

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

Free One-On-One Financial Counseling

Mon, Jun 9 10:00am
Canarsie Library, Meeting Room

community partner finance

Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation (BSRC).

A counselor can advise you on many topics, including: 

Budgeting and money management Establishing and improving credit ratings …

Resume Help Office hours

Mon, Jun 9 2:00pm
Flatlands Library

adult learning career resume

Please come in for resume office hours.

Drop-In Resume & Career Help (Central Library)

Mon, Jun 9 2:00pm
Central Library, Business & Career Center

business career resume

Stop by the Central Library's Business & Career Center 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.

Virtual Financial Coaching

Mon, Jun 9 3:00pm
Central Library, Business & Career Center

finance Virtual Programming

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…

Tech Help for Your Job Search

Mon, Jun 9 3:00pm
Central Library, Business & Career Center

business career computer basics

This is a self-service open lab with support tech in the room to answer questions about: 

Formatting & uploading resumesFormatting & uploading cover lettersNavigating job application websitesFilling out job applicationsUploading a documentEmailing an employer

Laptops will be…

Drop-In Resume & Career Help (Brooklyn Heights)

Mon, Jun 9 4:00pm
Brooklyn Heights Library

adult learning career resume

Stop by the Pineapple Room at Brooklyn Heights 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.

Financia Tu Negocio: Curso en línea

Mon, Jun 9 6:00pm
Virtual

business Immigrant Services small business

Detalles del evento:¡Únase a nosotros en nuestro Programa “Financia Mi Negocio” de 3 sesiones!  Este curso online gratuito tiene como propósito comprender cuales son las fuentes de financiación para emprendedores y prepararse adecuadamente para poder acceder a estas para hacer crecer su…

Want to Become MWBE Certified? Join Our Office Hours!

Tue, Jun 10 11:00am
Central Library, Business & Career Center

business small business

Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBE)

The City spends up to $20 billion per year on goods and services. Getting certified will help you compete for government contract opportunities and access exclusive programs to help your small business grow. 

 

Join…

Immigrant Job Support (one-on-one) Sessions

Tue, Jun 10 1:00pm
Bushwick Library

adult learning business career

If you are an immigrant (whether you recently arrived to the United States or have been here for a while) stop by the Central Library's Business & Career Center for help with your resume, cover letter, interview, and job search questions. All sessions are one-on-one on a first come, first…

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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.

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Central Library Revitalization

This space was part of Phase One of Central Library's renovations.

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