Resources for Job Seekers/Career Changers

Trends

www.bls.gov-- Occupational Outlook Handbook --  an A-Z list and description of occupations includes a description of work, training, and education.

www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov – CA Occupational Guides – read career descriptions  careers and labor market information.

www.onetonline.org -ONET Online is created for the U.S. Department of Labor-maintains extensive information about various occupations. Also, has self-directed career exploration/assessment tools

Career Information

www.careerclues.org  --  gather clues that can lead you in the right direction, identify career directions that compliment & build on your unique talents.

www.online.wsj.com/public/page/news-career--jobs.html  The Wall Street Journal – Careers offers career tips about getting a job, advancing, and industry reports.

www.mypath.com –  My Path -- a Manpower tool provides information about getting a job, work-life balance, workplace culture, advancement.

www.aarp.com. - Extensive Work section with numerous articles about job hunting, work life, work and retirement tools.  Also, conducts ongoing surveys and statistics regarding the experience worker.

http://www.encore.org -Website directed at boomers, work, and social purpose.

Interviewing/Salary

www.salary.com – provides specific salary information about careers according to location.

www.glassdoor.com- Search jobs then look inside. Company salaries, reviews, interview questions, and more - all posted anonymously by employees and job seekers.

        Resume Preparation

www.susanireland.com  -- Susan Ireland’s website provides tips about writing resumes and cover letters, and interviewing.

Networking Tips

www.susanroane.com – Susan RoAne’s website provides keystrategies on networking.