Job Seeker Resources

Take charge of your job search with our online resources! We’re here to help you figure out what career suits you best, how to build your skills for in-demand jobs, and what jobs are available in our area.

Explore our skill-building programs and tools. You can achieve your career goals with resources from Kirkwood Community College.

Build Your Skills

These programs can help you build the necessary education and skills for your future career:

Future Ready Iowa: This program connects Iowans to the education and training that can improve their lives. Find out what career fields you might thrive in and prepare to take the next step.
Iowa Workforce Development: Build the skills you need for the next step in your career.
Alison: Offers free online skills training.
National Career Readiness Certificate: This portable credential demonstrates achievement and a certain level of employability in applied mathematics, locating information, and reading for information. Many employers look for this credential among applicants.

Job Search Tools

O*NET Online: Research in-demand jobs and how much they pay.
Iowa Job Listings: View job listings from Iowa Works, Corridor Careers, and Kirkwood Community College.
Career Services at Kirkwood: Our Career Services department helps anyone who is looking for a job. If you need resume help or are interested in area job listings, reach out. All of their services are free.

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