Careers

AtoZdatabase is the job search, reference & mailing list database. You can use it to find details on millions of business and individuals within the U.S.

• Find a job.
• Search by person or business.
• Look up phone number to find out who called you.
• Search for healthcare provider by speciality, state of license, geography.
• Create mailing lists and sales leads.

An online homework and study tools for kids and adults.

• Live tutoring.
• Create flash cards.
• Practice tests for SAT and GED.
• Prepare for U.S. Citizenship Test.
• Discover college majors and careers that match your skills and interests.

Gain in-demand job skills and certificates from experts at 200+ world-class universities and companies including:

• Yale
• University of Michigan
• Google
• IBM

This resource is funded by the California State Library's American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Workforce Development & Support program. Palo Alto City Library has access to Coursera memberships for free from Oct 1, 2021 to Sep 30, 2022.

Access

1. Click the Coursera link
2. Create/log in to your Coursera account
3. Redeem your unlimited access for 6 months.

This is an all-in-one suite of services designed for career or veteran needs. Here you can get online coaching and self-study tools to:

• Update your resume
• Write a cover letter
• Prepare for a job interview
• Navigate veteran benefits and community resources
• Collaborative learning tools

Choose from thousands of online courses to learn in-demand skills from real-world industry experts.

• software development
• business and project management
• creative skills and software training (Adobe, 3D animation, film making, etc.)

Access

• Desktop users: Enter your library account number and PIN with our special link.
• Mobile users: Use library code "paloaltocitylibrary" and then enter your library account and PIN on the following screen. 

This resource is provided by the California State Library and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Workforce Development & Support program. Palo Alto City Library has access from Oct 1, 2021 to Sep 30, 2022.

Self-directed online learning of basic computer skills and using technology in daily life.

• Essential computer skills: Basic computer, internet basics, using email, windows 10, MacOS
• Essential Software: Microsoft: Word, Excel, PowerPoint; and Google Docs
• Technology in Daily Life: Social Media, Information Literacy, Supporting K-12 Distance Learning, Career search skills, your digital footprint 

This resource is provided by the California State Library and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Workforce Development & Support program. Palo Alto City Library has access from Oct 1, 2021 to Sep 30, 2022.

Find career information to help you on your career choices:

• outlook for hundreds of occupations
• descriptions of job types and typical duties
• education and training requirements
• pay ranges

Take the next step in your personal and professional journey with Skillshare's courses for current and aspiring creatives and professionals.

You can browse thousands of courses in the following categories:

• Create: Animation, Creative Writing, Film & Video, Fine Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Music, Photography, UI / UX Design, Web Development 
• Build: Business Analytics, Freelance & Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Management, Marketing 
• Thrive: Lifestyle, Productivity

This resource is provided by the California State Library and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Workforce Development & Support program. Palo Alto City Library has access to limited Skillshare memberships for free from Oct 1, 2021 to Sep 30, 2022.

Access:

1. Click the Skillshare link
2. Create a new Skillshare account
3. Click the activate button to redeem your unlimited access for 3 months. You do not have to enter credit card information to access.