WHY A LOCAL SEARCH WORKS
National job boards offer volume, but volume does not always make a search easier. Candidates often sort through duplicate listings, distant employers and roles that are no longer active.
A Capital Region-focused search narrows the field to employers and opportunities that are relevant to where you live, work and want to build your career.
BUILD VISIBILITY BEFORE YOU APPLY
Joining a talent network gives employers another way to discover your experience. A complete profile can put you in front of verified employers even when you have not applied to one of their current openings.
- Use a clear headline that describes the work you want
- List specific skills, systems and certifications
- Keep your location and work preferences current
- Explain whether you are open to temporary or temp-to-hire work
FOCUS ON CONNECTION, NOT JUST APPLICATIONS
A strong job search includes applications, alerts and direct conversations. 518 Careers keeps those activities in one place while protecting your personal contact information until an employer selects you for an interview.
The goal is not to submit the most applications. It is to create more relevant opportunities with local employers.