Researching Career Options

Career Services provices resources for exploring the many career options in the world of work.

Resource Center:   A small library in our office houses more than 650 print publications.  For more information about the Resource Center, including a list of publications, click here.

Internet Links:  There are thousands of websites that offer information about particular occupations.  Some specific sites that may help you explore are:

America’s Career InfoNet - A parternship between federal and state agencies, this organization offers information on the process of career exploration as well as occupational outlooks and trends and numerous other tools.
What’s Involved in Career Choice? - Article from Florida State University explaining the career decision-making process.
O*NET - The Occupational Information Network makes occupational information interactive and accessible for all.  Research occupations using keywords or search for occupations that match your skills.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - The US Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes this document annually.  Browse by alphabetical order or occupational cluster for abundant information on different occupations, including projected growth/decline, salaries, qualifications and descriptions.
The Riley Guide’s Research and Target Employers and Locations - A comprehensive collection of links to help you research employers and occupations to explore career options and prepare for a job search.

Calendar of Events

Resumania Sign-Up
T, 9/9, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., McCombs Campus Center Concourse

Wednesday Wisdom
W, 9/10, 5-6:30 p.m.
McCook-Crain Bldg.

Getting into Graduate School
Th, 9/11, 12-1 p.m.
Lynda McCombs Ballroom

Senior Surge Sign-Up
T, 9/16, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., McCombs Campus Center Concourse

Resumania
Tu, 9/16, 12-1 p.m.
Dan Rather Room

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