Free Job-Seeker Resources
Basic Computer Skills
- Create a shortcut from your desktop to this course from Wisconsin Technical College Systems. This is for those who need the basics or specific help like an introduction to social media. This covers using a mouse and keyboard all the way to protecting your information online and using social media and email.
- Microsoft Office Training Center: Get going quickly and easily with Office 365 video training for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and more.
- Goodwill Industries has a comprehensive, free online resource for learning software, typing and mouse skills.
- Northstar Digital Literacy Project has basic computer digital literacy standards and self-guided modules and assessments in six main areas: Basic Computer Use, Internet, Windows, Mac, Email and Word Processing.
Job Search Engines online
- Job Center of Wisconsin: Create a free account with the Job Center of Wisconsin website to build and revise your resume and electronically submit it to employers.
- CareerBuilder.com: Officially, we’re a global, end-to-end human capital solutions company. But, that just means that we combine the best in advertising, software and services to help companies find, hire and manage great talent.
- Indeed.com: Indeed helps companies of all sizes hire the best talent and offers the best opportunity for job seekers to get hired.
- Monster.com: Monster is a global online employment solution for people seeking jobs and the employers who need great people.USAJobs: USAJOBS connects job seekers with federal employment opportunities across the United States and around the world.
Wisconsin Job Center Locations
An asterisk indicates a *Comprehensive Job Center, which provides a full array of employment and training related services, and includes more partners (Veterans, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.) on-site.
Barron County
Barron County Job Center*
331 S. Main Street, Suite 6, Rice Lake
715-234-6302
Chippewa County
Chippewa County Job Center
770 Scheidler Road, Suite 2, Chippewa Falls
715-723-2248
Dunn County
Dunn County Job Center
401 Technology Drive East, Menomonie
715-232-7360
Eau Claire County
Eau Claire County Job Center*
221 W Madison Street, Eau Claire
715-858-9675
Pepin County
Pepin County Job Center
403 W Third Avenue, Durand
715-672-8801
Pierce County
St. Croix Valley Job Center
704B North Main Street, River Falls
715-426-0388
Polk County
Polk County Job Center
317 Main Street, Balsam Lake
715-485-3115
Price County
Park Falls Job Center
City Hall—400 S. 4th Avenue, Park Falls
715-762-2477
Phillips Job Center*
1408 Pin Ridge Road, Phillips
715-339-4555
Rusk County
Ladysmith Outreach (Tuesday and Thursday only)
WITC Ladysmith, 1104 West Lake Ave., Suite 1, Ladysmith
715-205-3896
St. Croix County
St. Croix Valley Job Center
704B North Main Street, River Falls
715-426-0388
Job Readiness and Search Resources
Job Center of Wisconsin locations offer in-person workshops:
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- Barron County Job Center
- Chippewa County Job Center
- Eau Claire County Job Center in Eau Claire (Comprehensive)
- Park Falls Job Center in Park Falls
- Pepin County Job Center in Durand
- Phillips Job Center in Phillips (Comprehensive)
- Polk County Job Center in Balsam Lake
- St. Croix Valley Job Center in River Falls
- Goodwill Industries has many resources and tutorials for a whole range of job searching and job readiness topics, ranging from basic reading and math skills to GED Prep to resume building and interview skills.
- Microsoft Word: Resumes & Cover Letter Templates
- Monster: Resume Writing Advice & Help
- Resume-Help.org
- UW-Eau Claire Career Services: Resumes: This page provides tips and guideance for cover letters and resumes.
Online Job Center of Wisconsin Resources
Skill Explorer
Connect to employment opportunities based on your skills rather than on job titles.
Search for Wisconsin Jobs
Use the Job Center of Wisconsin website search tool.
Job Seeker Resources
Choose from one of the five topic headings: look for jobs, plan a career, wages and occupations, training and education, other assistance.
Workforce Events
Find job fairs, career expos, recruitment sessions, and other events to help job seekers make connections with employers.
Labor Market Information
Read reports, projections, and trends in Wisconsin’s job market.
Training and Education
Find information about apprenticeships, training programs, Wisconsin colleges and universities, financial aid, and more.
Featured Industries
Research Wisconsin’s diverse industries, and find information on wages, trends, and other subjects.