The unemployment rate in the Seattle area has been on the rise, with start-ups taking a big hit. Some start-ups have had to shut their doors putting thousands out of work and other bigger companies have decreased their staffs by 20% or more. If you’ve recently lost your job in the Seattle area here are some helpful links and resources to get you back out and working.
File for Unemployment
The Employment Security Department of Washington can answer your questions, tell you if you qualify for benefits, and help you with your job search needs. This is a free service.
Visit Washington State WorkSource
This free service helps you find a job, helps you create a resume and coverletter, and is a great resource for locating job fair services in your area. Go to: WorkSource.
Update Your Resume
In order to apply for new jobs you will need to update your resume. If you need help creating a resume and coverletter visit WorkSource’s resume builder.
Apply for Jobs
Washington State’s unemployment offices encourage the unemployed to create a free membership with one of these sites, post your resume, search for jobs and apply.
CareerBuilder.comMonster.com
Craigslist.org
FlipDog.com
Indeed.com
Find more Seattle area job links.
Research Local Business Journals
A great way to research companies you are interested in joining.
Puget Sound Business JournalSnohomish County Business Journal
Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce
TechFlash: Seattle's Technology News Source
Further Your Education
Information on top colleges in our state can be found in Washington State University Profiles.
Learn more from the Guide to Job Searching.