At the heart of The Work Place is our extensive, multimedia library. In the library, you can conduct independent career and job related research, consult with a knowledgeable staff person, use our computer workstations to access the Internet, design resumes and cover letters, access career assessment software to identify career interests and strengths, and conduct labor market and company research.

Electronic Resources:
26 computer workstations with:

• Windows XP
• Microsoft Word 2000
• Winway Resume - - a resume writing software
• High speed Internet access

4 self-paced practice computers with tutorials installed:

• Typing Tutorial (Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing)
• Microsoft Office Tutorial (Professor Teaches Microsoft Office 2007)
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Access
  • Power Point

Internet Job Banks and Job Posting Binders:

• Use our computer workstations to access the Internet for your job search
• Access up-to-date job posting binders with hard-copy job postings from employers in various industries
• Business and career-related books, periodicals, video and audio cassettes
• Access print material on education and training programs in the Greater Boston area
• Our extensive periodical and reference holdings in print and audio/visual formats will assist you in conducting job or career search, career management, and company or labor market research

Assistive Technology:

• Adaptive equipment and resources for individuals with disabilities
• CCTV multicolor magnifying system for print material
• ZoomText, JAWS

Other Services available:

• Printing (of up to 20 pages per day)
• Fax use for a nominal fee
• Free use of photocopy machine and typewriter
• Two free phones for JOB PURPOSE use ONLY
• You may also purchase floppy disks, envelopes, bond envelopes, bond paper, folders and other miscellaneous materials.