While some people take the summer to vacation or take a break from their work-life, others may be actively hitting the job market. Many U.S. citizens find that the summer is an ideal time to look for a job, change their current career, or look for temporary part-time work. Students and teachers are often looking for opportunities near the end of May or June once school is out. Veterans coming back from deployment, citizens with disabilities, and many others also often use this time to find new work.
Resources for Jobseekers
CareerOneStop.org is an online tool sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor to support you in your career needs and aspirations. This site provides resources to help citizens change their career, find benefits, and seek employment advice. Below is a list of those specific resources available to varying jobseekers in need:
- If you are considering a new career, the mySkills myFuture tool can help you to identify your skill sets and the career path you want to pursue.
- Veterans ReEmployment is a one-stop resource for career, training, and employment assistance for veterans and transitioning service members.
- Worker ReEmployment is a one-stop site for employment, training, and financial help after a layoff.
- Job Search Help for Ex-Offenders offers information, tips, and resources to help people with criminal convictions overcome barriers they might face.
- GetMyFuture offers information on career, training, and job search resources to young adults and entry-level workers help you find a job when you have little or no work experience.
- If you are an older worker, find news and tips for getting a job on CareerOneStop here.
- If you are a worker with a disability, find resources and information to support you here.
Additional Resources
For more information on job-seeking tips, you can visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics. You can also browse the Employment and Career Development category on Benefits.gov for specific programs that may fit your needs. Take the Benefit Finder questionnaire to find government benefits you may be eligible to receive.
