The Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library’s partnership with Brainfuse, an online platform, offers all MPHPL library card users free access to the JobNow platform.
- JobNow offers an online help component where cardholders can meet with an expert seven days a week from 2-11 p.m. for free as many times as they need assistance.
- JobNow is a versatile online service designed to support every step of the job search process. JobNow features live online coaches who, among other things, assist in resume/cover letter preparation, and help patrons prepare for job interviews.
- JobNow is available to all patrons from any computer or mobile device 7 days a week from 2-11 p.m.
Live Interview Coaching: Patrons can brush up on interview techniques or get live online interview practice from trained job coaches. Job coaches and patrons communicate via live chat in our online classroom. In addition to live interview coaching, patrons enjoy 24/7 access to interview tips and career resources.
Resume Lab: Patrons can submit their resumes any time through the JobNow Resume Lab and a job coach will send it back within 24 hours with detailed feedback and suggestions for improvement. Users are also able to download resume templates or browse resources for producing better resumes.
Career Resources: Patrons enjoy 24/7 access to a carefully-selected library of job resources. In addition, Brainfuse job coaches help users strategically target jobs best suited to their interests and qualifications.
Adult Learning Center: The Adult Learning Center provides foundational, career-enhancing skills to job seekers. In addition, the Adult Learning Center offers test preparation (including the GED and the USCIS citizenship test) and a unique academic skills center featuring live, online tutors.
Update: As of May 1, 2024 – Brainfuse HelpNow and JobNow are no longer offered among our MPHPL free database resources for our cardholders. Visit our Online Resources page to explore current databases free for MPHPL library card holders.
