Come visit the Learning Center at Patchogue Medford Library. Our goal is to empower citizens to reach their highest potential and achieve their goals through education and technology. We welcome the opportunity to educate and offer one-on-one assistance with
- Resumes and Cover Letters
- Microsoft
- Writing
- Job Searching
- Computer and Technology Skills
These appointments are for general digital literacy and career 1-1s. For more in-depth assistance, visit our subscription to Lynda.com (Free for Pat-Med Cardholders) or sign up for a Career Counseling Appointment (Open to all Suffolk County Residents).
Book a one-on-one appointment with a librarian.
You can also drop in or call (631) 654-4700 x220 for an appointment.
Career counseling appointments are available Monday evenings from 5:45 to 8:45 PM . Please call 631-654-4700 ext. 220 for an appointment.
Get Workforce Ready with Career Online High School
Patchogue Medford Library offers adults in Suffolk County the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma and career certification online through Career Online High School. Visit the COHS page to learn more.
You can use LYNDA.com to learn new skills like project
management,time management or Microsoft
Office Suite. They add an average of 60 courses per month, so memberships are always increasing in value.
Visit the Brainfuse Adult Learning Center available from 2:00 to 11:00 pm daily. 
- High school equivalency entrance, civil service or US Citizenship exam preparation
- Help crafting a winning resume and cover letter
- Help with Microsoft Office with one of the LIVE experts
- Math, writing and resume proofreading
Testing & Education Reference Center
Helps users embark on new education and career paths with in-depth information on colleges/universities, graduate/professional programs, distance learning, corporate training, available scholarships/awards, and more. Practice tests include entrance exams, certifications, and licensing tests. With the Career Assessment tool, students can map a career path using a multiple-choice exam that determines their Holland Type and matches their answers to the most suitable job categories, industries, and occupations. The Resume Builder and Virtual Careers Library tools helps students build essential career skills like how to build a resume, cover letter, and interviewing tips.
An online career guidance and planning system. Prepare for the SAT/ACT, find a career, build a portfolio, learn how to write a resume and search for jobs, all in one convenient place.
CIVIL SERVICE JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Suffolk County Civil Service
Allows you to download Suffolk County Civil Service Applications. Available in “Portable Document Format” (.pdf).
New York State Department of Civil ServiceAllows you to download New York State Civil Service Applications. Available in “Portable Document Format” (.pdf).
United States Postal Service, Careers.
Stony Brook University Campus Job Opportunities
Provides information regarding employment opportunities located at Stony Brook University or Stony Brook Hospital.
Preparation guides for the New York State Teacher Certification Exams (NYSTCE).
VETERAN ReEmployment
Veteran ReEmployment from CareerOneStop, U.S. Department of Labor.
Veterans Services’, New York State Department of Labor.
Helpful Links for Veterans, Suffolk County Department of Labor.
Veteran’s Services, Town of Brookhaven.
Veteran Employment with the United States Postal Service.
EMPLOYMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Disability Employment Initiative, New York State Department of Labor.
Disability Employment Initiative Project, Suffolk County Department of Labor.
Employment for Individuals and Veterans with Disabilities
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES
USAJOBS – The Federal Government’s Official Job Site
The Federal Government’s official one-stop source for Federal jobs and employment information. A United States Office of Personnel Management website.
US Office of Personnel Management
NEW YORK STATE COURTS