How to Search for Local Jobs

While some job seekers will apply for jobs anywhere and simply relocate, others prefer to work locally to avoid relocation or to stay close to family. If you are looking for a local job, there are several avenues of searching you can employ to find a local job opportunity that suits your professional experience and personal needs.

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  Review the classifieds sections of the newspapers from your local area. The classifieds section will have job opportunities listed in your local area. Browse through this section of each newspaper daily for new local job opportunities. In some cases you can review these classifieds on line.

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  Visit online job boards, such as Workopolis, Monster or Careers. All of these job boards allow you to narrow your job search by area or city, which makes your search local. Apply for these jobs using the method requested in the job posting.

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  Visit job centers in your local area. Job center representatives can help you find jobs available in your local area, as companies often provide job centers with newly opened positions.

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  Attend local job fairs with copies of your resume. Job fairs are a collection of companies in the local area that are looking for candidates for open job positions. Companies that are found at job fairs are there to speak with curious candidates, who have questions, concerns or are simply interested in learning more about the companies or open positions.

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  Start networking with friends, family and professional contacts in your area. You may know someone who knows someone who is looking for a job candidate. Also, professional contacts are good to have, as they can guide you, advise you and put you in contact with other professional contacts.

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  Visit local companies and ask to speak to the hiring or human resource manager. When you go to visit companies, bring a freshly printed copy of your resume for the human resource department. Introduce yourself to the manager and ask to get some information about available job positions and the hiring process. By giving your resume to the human resource department, you may be considered for future openings.