At the same time an estimated 27,000 unemployed persons were looking for work and a number of employed workers were looking for different jobs. In order to be successful, it is important to use a variety of job search strategies and to contact employers throughout the Milwaukee area. Consider using at least seven methods of job-hunting. The majority of job seekers will find a job through someone they know.
Many companies post job listings at work before advertising to the general public.
Small businesses often look for new workers by talking to people they know. The job centers also have information about job training and education programs to help you qualify for good paying jobs. Because these job centers work with a large number of companies in the Milwaukee area, they can tell you about jobs outside your neighborhood. For Milwaukee area jobs, pick up a copy of the Sunday Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. You may apply directly with companies listed in the want-ads or phone book yellow pages.