Occupations
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
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U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Information on nature of the work, working conditions, employment, training qualifications, the job outlook, and earnings. - O*NET CenterThe Occupational Information Network (O*NET) is a database of standardized and occupation-specific descriptors developed by the US Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) and the North Carolina Employment Security Commission.
- Apprenticeship.govUS Department of Labor website describes and lists apprenticeships by job type and location.
Job Search
How do I find information on occupations?
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
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U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Information on nature of the work, working conditions, employment, training qualifications, the job outlook, and earnings. - Career OneStopA portal sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor provides links to online job banks, state jobs banks, employment agencies, and more.
- FirsthandProvides access to industry career guides, industry employer guides, career topic guides and interview/resume guides published in the Vault career library series. Includes career advice blogs.
Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance, 16th Edition, 5-Volume Set by ISBN: 081608503XPublication Date: 20145 volume publication. Profiles many occupations, including those related to the business field. Provides snapshots of each position and discusses trends.
How can I find a job on the Internet?
New job sites appear on the Internet regularly. Search by job title, location, industry.
- Career OneStopA portal sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor provides links to online job banks, state jobs banks, employment agencies, and more.
How do I write a resume or cover letter?
Trends on resume and cover letter writing change over time, so it is important to follow the latest advise. Search Amazon.com for recent book. Many website provide advise on resume and cover letter writing, including:
- Career OneStop - resumes and applicationsExamples of resumes and cover letters.
I need a list of job descriptions.
- O*NETThe Occupational Information Network (O*NET) is a database of occupational requirements and worker attributes. It describes occupations in terms of the skills and knowledge required, how the work is performed, and typical work settings. Replaced the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (D.O.T.) prepared by the U.S. Employment Service, Employment and Training Administration (ETA), U.S. Department of Labor.
The Job Description Handbook by ISBN: 141331855XPublication Date: 2013By NOLO. Create a job description for effective hiring, new employee orientation, evaluating performances, discipline and plan for future growth. Also provides checklists, worksheets, resources, sample language and step-by-step instructions
Safety & Wellness
Where do I find out about the Americans With Disabilities Act requirements?
- American with Disabilities ActPortal of the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division.
I think my workplace may be unsafe. How can I research this?
- Occupational Health and Safety Organization (OSHA)Part of the U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA's mission is to assure the safety and health of America's workers by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach, and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health.
How do I find information on sexual harassment?
- Sexual HarassmentBy the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
