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Services for Job Seekers

Illinois Prairie offers the tools and technology to support students, job seekers, and anyone looking to improve their digital skills or advance their career. 

Technology for Students and Job Seekers

  • Public computers with internet access are free to use without a library card
  • Print or copy essential documents like resumes, cover letters, or transcripts

The LearningExpress Library has self-paced, online instruction videos on:

  • Computer and Internet basics
  • Skills-building resources for students from Grade 4 to college
  • Test preparation tools and career certification practice exams
  • and the Job & Career Accelerator can help you take the next step in your professional journey. 

Grow with Google

As a Grow with Google partner, we offer programs and workshops on digital skills, job interview techniques, resume building, and more.

Job & Career Resources

Explore our resources and programs to empower your future!

AGRICOLA

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Containing bibliographic records from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Library, AGRICOLA provides millions of journal articles, book chapters, theses, patents, software, audiovisual materials, and technical reports to support agricultural research.

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Auto Repair Source

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Auto Repair Source provides the most accurate, authoritative, and up-to-date “do-it-yourself” service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported cars, SUVs, vans, and light trucks.

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Biblioboard

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Biblioboard has eBooks of literary classics, local Illinois authors, and self-published titles, as well as articles, and public domain videos and images. No waiting to borrow! Free for all Illinois residents. Need help?

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Book Collection: Nonfiction

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Designed for public libraries, thousands of books cover core subject areas as well as information on careers, health, sports, adventure, technology, life skills and more.

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Business Source Elite

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This database provides full-text coverage of top business, management and economics journals and periodicals. These valuable publications cover topics such as accounting, banking, finance, international business, marketing, sales and more.

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EBSCO eBooks Business Collection

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Access to thousands of e-books dedicated to the study of business.  Subjects include business ethics, career development, computers & technology, entrepreneurship, finance, management, marketing, public relations, sales, and more.

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EBSCO eBooks Public Library Collection

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Access to high-quality e-books covering a wide range of topics such as self-help, fitness, games, hobbies, and cooking. This general reference collection features titles for both adults and juveniles, as well as best-selling and recommended titles from leading publishers.

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ERIC: Education Resources Information Center

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Index of journal articles, books, theses, curriculum guides, conference papers, standards, and guidelines on a wide range of education topics. Sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences of the U.S. Department of Education.

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Explora Public Library

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Explora provides easy-to-use features and reliable content from the world’s leading magazines and reference books, grouped into easy-to-browse categories.

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LearningExpress

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Help patrons and students learn the fundamentals of computers, the internet and popular software applications a user-friendly e-learning platform that contains more than 100 selfpaced video tutorials.

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Library & Information Science Source

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Journals and periodicals that help librarians and researchers keep pace with the latest trends in the field.

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Professional Development Collection

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Specialized information for librarians, teachers, and education researchers.

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Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection

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Covers a broad range of subjects in the fields of psychology, behavioral sciences, and related disciplines. For psychologists, counselors, researchers, and students.

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Small Business Source

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Covers all aspects of starting and operating a business. Includes information on accounting, human resources, management, marketing, tax, and more. State-specific information included

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Small Engine Repair Source

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Repair guides for small engines and routine maintenance (tune-ups, brake service, etc.). Also includes guides on extensive repairs such as engine and transmission disassembly. Coverage includes lawn mowers, motorcycles, tractors, and snowmobiles. Information on more than 25 years of engine models, with new and updated content added regularly.

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