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Madison College Libraries
Did you know that if you are a resident of our District you have access to some of Madison Area Technical College's best resources? You will find a variety of information and resources at the Madison College Libraries -- both online and in person.
Click HERE to use WorldCat to search for helpful books, videos and more at a library nearest to you.
Want to Jump Start Your Career Through Education?
State and National Resources
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News: Jobs in Wisconsin
High-tech manufacturing skills key to success in new job market (Sheboygan Press, 4/4/12)
Metro Milwaukee gains an estimated 3,000 jobs in February (Journal Sentinel, 3/28/12)
New Weather Shield jobs coming to Ladysmith (Barron News Shield, 1/21/12)
Report: First Quarter 2012 Employment Outlook Promising (WISN, 12/13/11)
Welding Jobs in High Demand Across Wisconsin (WSAW, 12/12/11)
Jobless Rate Dips to Lowest Level in More than Two Years (New York Times, 12/2/11)
Fond du Lac Study Shows Need For Future Workers (WLUK TV Fond du Lac, 12/1/11)
WMC Survey says Wisconsin Business Climate Improves (Superior Telegram, 11/30/11)
Biz Beat: Spectrum Brands lands $4 million from the state to hire 60, expand factories (Cap Times, 11/29/11)
Department of Workforce Development Plans to Develop Skilled Workers (BizTimes, 11/28/11)
Local Resources
Local Resources and Services for Jobseekers:
- Madison Public Library Events & Programs For Job Seekers
- UW-Extension Family Living Programs [Facebook]UW-Extension FB page offers links to helpful articles and links almost daily.
- UW Madison Continuing Studies, Adult and Student ServicesThis group offers career and educational planning to community members. You do not need to be a student to qualify for their services.
- Dane County Job Center
- Madison Area Job Transition ProgramMeets first and third Saturdays of each month, 9:00-10:30 A.M. at:
Good Shepard Lutheran Church
5701 Raymond Road, Madison
608-271-6633
Contact organizer Bob Schimmel for more information at:
madisonareajobtransition@gmail.com
Job Transition Team Eager To Get People Back To Work
Channel 3000 Report
Video News
CBS: Companies that are actually hiring- Right now!
Madison College Workshops for Dislocated Workers
Looking for a job, or to improve your resume or job searching skills? These workshops are free to anyone who wants to learn more.
Click HERE to see a list of workshops offered in the Spring 2012 semester
To reserve a spot at a workshop or for more information, call:
(608) 245-5848
Workshops are held with Madison College Career Counselor Alfonso Studesville
Computer Training
Madison College Libraries
Our library staff serves as the college's main computer help desk. We can help you with email, word processing, using the internet and any other tools you may need to use in your job search. Just stop in to any of our libraries or call us at (608) 243-4444. No question is too simple and we are happy to help you.
Madison Public Library
Free basic computer training classes are available at Madison Public Library. These classes will help you learn computer basics including how to set up an email account, how to search the internet, word processing for resumes and cover letters and other basic skills. Training is offered all year long on Saturdays, at 9:00 and 10:00. Call (608) 266-6350 to register for a 45-minute, one-on-one appointment, or for additional information.
NOTE: The Central Branch is currently closed for renovations. Visit Madison Public Library's online calendar for more information about class times and locations.
Highlight Articles
Badgerlink is a free service for all residents of Wisconsin. Search for articles, videos, encyclopedia entries and more. Click HERE to access Badgerlink. Accessing from home? You will need to enter your public library card number.
Job Seekers Find Many Helps at Library (Wausau Daily Herald, January 2012)
Help Wanted! Job Hunting Advice for Women (Working Mother, October 2011)
A Top 10 List of Resources to Launch Your Career (T+D, September 2011)
War of the Generations: Reentering the Underemployed Workforce (Techniques: Connecting Education & Careers, September 2011)
How Boomers Can Help The Nation Go Green: Emerging Encore Career Opportunities in the Green Economy (Catalyst, Summer 2011)
Understanding Today's Career Opportunities (New Hampshire Business Review, 2/11/2011)
HVAC Careers. . . Carpe Diem (Air Conditioning Heating & Refrigeration News, 8/30/2010)
Social Networking Your Way to a New Job (New York Times, 8/26/2010)
Hospital Hirings Expected to Rise (Susan Kreimer, Hospitals & Health Networks, May 2010)
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