How to register for Employ Florida
Employ Florida is the state of Florida’s free online job system.
You can use it to search for jobs, build a resume, and connect with local employers. Most people finish registering in about 20 to 30 minutes.
Here is how to register for Employ Florida, one step at a time.
Important: You must be fully registered in Employ Florida to attend CareerSource Northeast Florida hiring events. Full registration means your personal information, your background, and a resume are all on file.
Before you start
Have these ready:
- About 20 to 30 minutes
- An email address
- Your work history (past jobs, dates, and what you did)
- Your education and any training
- The kind of job, pay, and location you want
It does not have to be perfect. Add as much as you can.
Step 1: Create your account
- Go to www.employflorida.com.
- Find the username and password boxes at the top of the page. Below them, click “Not Registered? Learn How and Why.”
- On the next page, go to the box for Option 3 (Create a User Account) and click “Individual.”
- Read the privacy agreement. Check the box that says you have read and understand it, then click “I Agree.”
- Fill in your personal information. You will also create a username and password. When you are done, click “Next.”
Tip: Write down your username and password. Keep them somewhere safe so you can log in again later.
Step 2: Add your background information
This step records your work and school history. The system copies it into your resume, so you only enter it once.
- On the left side menu, click “My Individual Profile.”
- Click the “Personal Profile” folder. It is the first one.
- Click the “Background” tab. Then click “Start Background Wizard.”
The wizard walks you through each part. You will add:
- Your education
- Your training
- Your work history (add as much as you can)
- The type of job you want
- The job titles you want
- Where you want to work
- The pay you want
When you finish, click “Next.”
Step 3: Build your resume
This step completes your full registration.
- On the left side menu, under the “Quick Menu” box, click “Resume Builder.”
- Click “Create New Resume.”
- Choose how you want employers to see your resume.
- Enter a resume title. Review your information and fix anything that needs it. Then click “Next.”
- Click “Select Resume & Return,” or choose another job service.
- Save your resume and close it.
That’s it. You are now fully registered in Employ Florida.
Step 4: Search and apply for jobs
- On the left side menu, click “Job Search.”
- Search the way that works best for you. You can search by job group, pay, education level, and more.
- Click the job title you want to learn about.
- Follow the steps on the screen to apply.
Download the quick registration guide
Want a printable copy? Download the one-page guide in your language:
Employ Florida Registration Guide - English
Employ Florida Registration Guide - Haitian Creole
Employ Florida Registration Guide - Spanish
Need help?
You do not have to do this alone. Our staff can help you finish your registration for free, in person.
- Find a location near you: careersourcenortheastflorida.com/locations
- Call us: (904) 356-JOBS (5627)
- See upcoming hiring events: careersourcenortheastflorida.com/events
