Careers & Training

Profiles of 30 million U.S. businesses and 220 million residents. Ideal for sales leads, mailing lists, market research, employment opportunities and finding friends.

Supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass a high school equivalency test, prepare for college, explore careers, join the military, study for occupational certification tests, become a U.S. citizen, learn basic computer skills, and much more. Contains practice tests, interactive tutorials, e-books, articles, and flashcards.

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

Specialized information for librarians, teachers, and education researchers.

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

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

Learn to speak different languages – including ESL. Designed with the beginner- to intermediate-level language learners in mind, Transparent Language Online integrates activities, interactive text, audio, and visual stimuli to give learners the most engaging and effective experience with a new language.

Tutor.com provides on-demand tutoring, homework help, test preparation and writing assistance for students in grades K-Adult in over 60 subjects. No appointment is necessary! Tutors are available 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm. You can also use their drop-off reviews, practice quizzes, video lessons, and The Princeton Review® SAT®/ACT® Essentials for self-study, 24/7.

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Provides full text coverage for nearly 340 trade and industry related periodicals.

DigitalLearn.org is a collection of self-directed tutorials for end-users to increase their digital literacy. Feedback from public library staff directed the Public Library Association to develop courses on the most basic computer skills, such as using a computer, navigating a web site, and searching. Modules are video-based with narration, typically 6 to 22 minutes long, written in plain language, and often at an elementary to middle school reading level.

GCFGlobal offers free, self-paced online tutorials to help you learn a variety of skills, including basic computer and typing skills, basic Internet skills and online safety, Microsoft Office, resume writing, job hunting, and more!   

Provides vital employment services to Illinois residents and employers, analyzing and disseminating actionable labor market information, and administering unemployment insurance programs.​

Find career information on duties, education & training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.

Local resources for both job-seekers and employers who are looking for workers.