Guides: Career Resources: Career Exploration

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Introduction

The following web page contains various resources available at both the Gordon Library and the Career Development Center in Unity Hall to best prepare for the job hunt!

General Reference: Finding the Right Job for You

O*NET Online
Search occupational information, providing comprehensive information on key attributes and characteristics of workers and occupations. Choose Find Occupations or Skills Search to get started.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Reference HF5382.5 U5 O25 or via web (free resource)
Career guidance, information about prospective changes in the world of work, and qualifications needed by workers. Describes 250+ occupations in detail.
Dictionary of Occupational Titles
Reference HB2595 A5 or online
Search of standardized occupational information used by the public employment service system, which requires a uniform occupational language for use in all of its offices.
Educating Engineers
Explore career specialities in engineering.
CareerOneStop
Build a profile with employment, wages, skills, and more. Find high-growth and high-wage occupations. Create industry profile with employment and wage trend information and more.

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Web Resources

American Job Center
U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training job and career resources
Valuation Resources
A free online guide to business valuation resources, industry information, economic data, and more.