Ask about openings where your friends work. Contact employers directly to market your job talents. Talk to the person who would supervise you, even if there are no jobs currently available. Informational interviews are great if you know what you want to do and are looking for the right company. They provide help finding jobs through Internet access and offer other services, such as career counseling.
All services are free.
They list a wide range of job opportunities. Check the government listings in your phone book. Look here, but remember your Sunday paper contains less than five percent of the vacancies in your area. Community colleges and trade schools - Counseling and job information is available to students and alumni. Check with your office of state education for credible schools.