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| Title | Author | Call# | Book Cover |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before and After Resumes: How to Turn a Good Resume into a Great One | Burns-Martin, Tracy | HF 5383 .B865 2012 |  |
| What Color Is Your Parachute? | Bolles, Richard Nelson | HF 5382.7 .B65 2014 |  |
| Presentation Skills for Students | Van Emden, Joan and Lucinda Becker | PN 4129.15 .V36 2010 |  |
* Want to reserve one of these titles? Email library@alexandercollege.ca with your student # and the book title.
These e-Books are available in the online library collection. Click the title to access the resource.
Killer Cover Letters and Resumes
WetFeet. 2008
Bennett, Scott. 2005
Top Notch Interviews: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques from the First Call to Getting the Job You Want
Davis, Brian. 2010
Handbooks provide information resources about film theory, and guides for studying and writing about film.
Whether starting a new career or analyzing present job progress, readers will find this book a great tool for assessing needs, gaining confidence in all job-hunting.
CaPS Job Search Handbook by McGill Career Planning Service
This handbook was created to help students conduct an effective job search.
When looking for resources related to jobs and careers, try some of these keywords in your searching:
Sample search: resume AND writing
* Interested in learning more about using keywords for research? Check out our videos on how to create and search using keywords on our Research Skills page.
WorkBC is the provincial government’s access point to the world of work in British Columbia and helps people find jobs, explore career options and improve their skills.
Government of Canada Job Bank The GC Job Bank offers a job search, career planning, job trends, and other services like a resume builder.
Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre The Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre is an online & in-person resource centre that helps newcomers to Canada find the information they need to get a job, explore careers or start a business. Services and resources are free and are created by staff at Vancouver Public Library.
UBC Career Resources is a collection of guides covering topics such as finding a job, developing resumes and cover letters, networking, and job and career exploration.
McGill Career Planning Services McGill CaPS provides toolkits for students to find jobs and develop their career.
VPL Career Job Search This guide from the Vancouver Public Library will help you find job market information, including current labour market conditions, economic forecasts for occupational groups, descriptions of industries and occupations, and earnings.
LinkedIn A website and app used for professional networking. Set up your profile with resume and connect with people you work with. Also allows you to search for job postings, develop skills, and direct message your network contacts.
WorkSafeBC This organization provides information about workplace safety in British Columbia to workers and employers.
These three websites offer courses in business, marketing, information technology, personal development, and more. Many do have course fees. Check with your local public library to see if you can access one of these services for free with your public library card!
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