6 Job and Career Resources For Boomers

The Baby Boomer generation (or “Boomers”) accounts for about 29% of the population today or about 76 million people.  The Boomer generation is between 48 and 66 years of age.  There are many great working years remaining for Boomers and this generation has much to contribute to the nation’s job market as well as the economy.

Below are 6 great resources specifically geared for the Boomer generation:

1.   AARP

Website:  http://www.aarp.org/

The “Work & Retirement” section has information on finding work, writing winning resumes, and live online events for finding work.  It also has volunteer resources so you can expand your networking base while helping others.  The resources change regularly, so check fairly often.

2.   Boomster

Website:  http://boomster.com/

The “Learn” section has articles on networking, interviewing, starting a business, etc.  The “Discuss” section has a “Business and Careers” area with various discussions for finding work, starting a business, and some work offers, or you can start your own discussion.  There is also a “People” section where you can meet other users to increase your network.

3.   Retirement Jobs

Website:  http://www.retirementjobs.com/

This is a job search site with the focus on people aged 50 and over.  You will need to register and they offer various types of affordable memberships up to $12.95 for a 90-day membership.  They also have a “Career Advice” section that has various articles on resumes, applying to jobs, interviewing, self-employment, etc.

4.   Seniors 4 Hire

Website:  http://www.seniors4hire.org/default.asp

This is a site that states they are an “online community for those 50 and older & 
the companies that want to recruit them”.  You can join for free and create a member profile that can include your resume.  You can search for jobs, post a job that you want, access their partners in the “Resources & Articles” section, and find information on government programs for the 50 and over generation.

5.   Workforce 50

Website:  http://www.workforce50.com/

This is a site that is geared for the 50 and over generation.  Under the “Jobs” section you can search for jobs and employers can post jobs.  There is also general information for job seekers and employers.  Under the “Topics” section, you have access to information like job search prep, job search resources, marketing yourself, and the publisher’s blog.  Under the “Experts” section, you have access to information like leveraging your military background, federal job search, exploring franchising, and home-based business toolkit.  You can also register for their newsletter.

6.   Glassdoor

Website:  http://www.glassdoor.com/

OK, this site is really not geared for the Boomer generation, but it is a great resource for an inside look at jobs and companies.  Previous and current employees anonymously post their experience with working for their respective companies as well as information on the interview process.  Salary information for certain positions is also posted. You can search for certain companies and all their information is displayed for easy viewing.  I find this a great resource to gather information for the interview process or to even decide if you really want to pursue employment with the respective company.