WV Deli: Books about careers and job hunting your tablet or phone

Check out and download e-books, audiobooks, and more to your Kindle, Nook, iPad, Android tablet, laptop or desktop computer from our on-line offerings through WV Deli. All it takes is your OCPL Library card and 4-digit PIN. 

➤ Browse digital ebooks on job hunting and careers from our online collections at WV Deli!  

NOTE: WVDeli audiobooks, ebooks, and streaming video are available on your smartphones through Overdrive's Libby app (for iPhones: App Store | for Android phones: Google Play).

Hoopla: No Waitlists for books on job hunting and careers

Instantly borrow e-Books, audiobooks, and more through Hoopla Digital - no waitlists ever!

NOTE: The first time you use Hoopla, you will need to create an account. You can do so by selecting the "Get Started" button on the homepage or through the Hoopla app (for iPhones: App Store | for Android phones: Google Play). Registration to Hoopla requires an email address and your OCPL library card.

➤ Browse books titles on careers and job hunting through Hoopla!

WorkForce West Virginia: WV Job Opportunities

WorkForce West Virginia is a state government agency funded through the U.S. Department of Labor that oversees the state unemployment insurance program as well as a network of workforce development services designed to provide West Virginia's citizens and employers the opportunity to compete in today’s competitive global economy.

WorkForce West Virginia's is a one-stop center for work force resources, including job opportunities, unemployment compensation, training, tax incentives, and labor market information. In addition, WorkForce West Virginia has the largest online database of job seekers and job openings in the state.

➤ Visit the WorkForce West Virginia website
➤ File for unemployment through Workforce WV
➤ Learn about available WV jobs and job training
➤ Browse the state’s largest job database to find available jobs in WV

LearningExpress Library™: Adult Core Skills and Computer Skills Center

Looking to start a new career or advance in your current field? LearningExpress Library's "Career Preparation" module will help you make your work goals a reality. Take career practice tests including civil service, cosmetology, EMS, firefighter, GED, law enforcement, military, postal services, and real estate.

Need your GED? The "High School Equivalency Center" offers guided support and preparation to help you earn a high school equivalency credential.

Visit the "Job & Career Accelerator" to find career matches, explore occupations, search jobs and internships, and get resume and interview help.

NOTE: LearningExpress Library is an offering of the West Virginia Library Association (WVLA). Thanks to the WVLA, LearningExpress Library is free for all West Virginians, though you will have to register with an email address and create a password to access exams and study guides.

➤ Register with LearningExpress Library to get started.

Khan Academy: Free online courses

Created by experts, Khan Academy’s library of trusted, standards-aligned practice and lessons allow you to take courses in arts & humanities, economics & finance, science & engineering, math, computing, and more.

Practice at your own pace, first filling in gaps in your understanding and then accelerating your learning. Brush up on old skills or learn something new. 

➤ Sign up at Khan Academy today for free!
➤ Khan Academy: Careers Content
➤ Khan Academy: Entrepreneurship
➤ Khan Academy: Test Prep

Resume Builder: Easily and quickly create a resume using our resume wizard

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