The People’s Chamber Career Center

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Use practical guidance for resumes, job searches, interviews, career changes, apprenticeships, salary decisions and responsible hiring.

Free Career Guides

Move From Searching to Taking Action

Career Guide

How to Write a Resume

Create a clear resume that connects your experience, skills and results to the job you want.

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Career Guide

How to Create a Job Search Plan

Organize target roles, employers, applications, networking, follow up and weekly goals.

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Career Guide

How to Prepare for a Job Interview

Research the employer, prepare evidence, practice answers and evaluate the opportunity.

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Career Guide

How to Change Careers

Evaluate transferable skills, test new directions, close gaps and manage a realistic transition.

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Career Guide

How to Identify Transferable Skills

Recognize skills from work, business, education, caregiving, volunteering and community leadership.

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Career Guide

How to Find an Apprenticeship

Research registered apprenticeship opportunities, requirements, training, wages and credentials.

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Career Guide

How to Negotiate Salary

Research compensation, assess the complete offer and make a professional evidence based request.

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Career Guide

How to Hire Your First Employee

Define the role, prepare lawful hiring practices, evaluate candidates and build a responsible onboarding process.

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Official Career Sources

Research Before You Decide

Career requirements, wages and outlook differ by occupation and location. Use current official information.

CareerOneStopCareer, training and job search resources sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.Occupational Outlook HandbookOccupation duties, education, pay and outlook from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.Apprenticeship.govExplore apprenticeship opportunities and requirements.