Resources for Unemployed and Underemployed Automation Professionals

Unemployment and layoff rates in the United States are rising rapidly, and many of our Members are experiencing difficult times. ISA exists to help our Members in every phase of their career, including the difficult phase of unemployment. This page is a collection of resources that might be helpful for unemployed or underemployed professionals. Check this page often, as we will continue to add to this list of resources as we identify and develop programs that may benefit you.

Automation and Engineering Job Portals and Searching Sites

  • http://www.isa.org/isajobs
    ISA Jobs is the portal for job seekers to post and update resumes, check out job openings, search for jobs, and sign up for job alerts. ISA Members may post their resume or contractor profile for FREE.

ISA Programs and Member Services

ISA’s Job Portal: ISA Jobs

ISA Jobs is the portal for job seekers to post and update resumes, check out job openings, search for jobs, and sign up for job alerts. ISA Members may post their resume or contractor profile for FREE. Visit www.isa.org/isajobs for more information.

Networking: Sections

ISA Members belong to Sections, which are geographically-based groupings of Members. Attending your local section meetings is a great way to network and find out more about the jobs that might be available in your area. Click here to find your local Section’s contact information.

Networking: Divisions

ISA Members receive free membership in Technical Divisions as part of their Member benefits, one membership from each department. Additional Division memberships are $10 each. ISA Division Members have exclusive access to e-mail discussion lists and other networking tools. Click here to learn more.

Certification Programs

It’s a tough job market out there, and ISA certification might be the edge you need to find another job quickly. Learn more here: www.isa.org/certify

Networking: ISA Member Directory

ISA offers a Members-only online resource to find other ISA professionals. Simply visit the member directory page and sign in with your member login.

Save Money: ISA Personal Privileges

ISA offers Members many ways to save money on the services that they purchase. Click here to learn about these discount programs.

  • GEICO – discounted automobile insurance
  • Group Insurance Programs - competitive rates on several plans
  • Alamo Rent A Car – car rental savings
  • Avis Worldwide – car rental Savings
  • CogniCall Global Calling Card – calling card services from over 50 countries

Stay in Touch: Update Your Membership Record

ISA offers a convenient way to update your membership record online so that you can continue to receive your ISA benefits at a new address or email account. Simply log in to the ISA site with your member information, click “My ISA” and click “My Record” on the left navigation menu. Or, if you’d rather update your record over the phone, call our customer service team at (919) 549-8411

Training Opportunities

Classroom Training

Need a refresher or want to learn the fundamentals of automation and process control applications to give you an edge in the job market? ISA offers a comprehensive, hands-on introductory course...click here for details.

Distance Education

ISA also has a wealth of convenient and affordable online courses of study centered around the fundamentals of industrial measurement and control, which can provide the basis and skills you need for entry into the job market. Click here for more information.

U.S. General Unemployment Resources

  • http://www.dol.gov/dol/audience/aud-unemployed.htm
    This page provides a shortcut to information and services the Department of Labor (DOL) offers job seekers.
  • http://www.211.org
    The United Way helps support the 211 telephone hotline, which can connect you to job counseling resources and many other programs. Visit www.211.org and plug in your ZIP Code.
  • http://www.careeronestop.org/
    CareerOneStop is a U.S. Department of Labor-sponsored Web site that offers career resources and workforce information to job seekers, students, businesses, and workforce professionals to foster talent development in a global economy.