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No matter what your age or stage in life, you may be wondering how to find a job, advance your career, or make a career change. Learn about available employment resources that can help you succeed .

Here you'll find the JobQuest job search tool, state job listings in the Commonwealth Employment Opportunities (CEO) database, job listings for state authorities and quasi-state agencies, court system job listings, educator job listings, USAJOBS, and other job search resources to help you find the opportunities that are right for you.

Civil service is a merit system under which State and municipal employees may be hired and promoted. Here you'll find information about applying to take a Civil service exam, the civil service exam schedule, checking civil service exam standings with SOARIS (Standings & On-line Applicant Record Information System), police officer examinations, and more.

Get help finding a job, preparing a resume or for an interview, and finding training resources.

Did you know that all teens under 18 years of age must complete a work permit application and obtain a work permit before starting a new job? Get help securing a work permit and finding part-time and summer jobs.

Volunteering can help you gain skills and experience while contributing to worthwhile causes. Find opportunities to serve as a volunteer here.

The Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) administers the Unemployment Insurance (UI) program, providing temporary assistance to unemployed Massachusetts workers. Here you will get help with filing a new claim, certifying for weekly benefits, applying for health insurance, training to become re-employed and more.