Career Resources

Whether you are looking for your first job, thinking about your next career move, or just want to improve your job-related skills, the resources on this page can help.

If you are a TLC student and need help with any part of the job-search process or would like to discuss your career goals, our Career Counselors can help. Call or text (508) 455-5382 to make an appointment.

Please note that these resources are not owned or managed by The Literacy Center, and we are not responsible for the content.

Skill-Building

Educational resources to help you improve your skills or gain new skills, to make you a more competitive job applicant or help you to advance in your current job.

GCF Global: a collection of free tutorials and videos covering all kinds of topics from basic math skills to Microsoft Office to business communication and vocabulary. Also hosts a large collection of tutorials and videos related to job-searching.

Learn To Earn Toolkit: a free online course that covers ten skill areas most commonly requested by employers. Specifically for intermediate and advanced English language learners, with two levels of vocabulary and language. Register for a free account to track your progress.

Skillbase: a collection of free resources, courses, videos and articles from all over the internet. Resources are organized into categories to make it easier to find the right content for you. Also includes resources specifically for English language learners.

Job-Searching

Job-searching resources to help you find, apply to, and interview for jobs.

GCF Global (Work): a collection of free tutorials and videos on topics related to job-searching and career success.

Indeed.com Career Guide: a collection of free videos and advice on how to best use Indeed.com to find a job.

Indeed.com: a popular and free job-listing site where you can find and apply for jobs. It is helpful to look at the Indeed.com Career Guide first, to learn how to use the website and avoid falling for scams.