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Research Guides - Home Library - Home Business

Instructor: J. Damato
Business Careers

Purpose: To introduce you to the various sources on business career research

INTRODUCTION
When many people think of business careers, they often think of jobs in large wealthy corporations. All business-related career-seekers need to be aware of communication issues. Every company needs people with strong overall communication skills that can be applied to business-type careers.

Looking for a great new job? Here are some places to begin your search. We've pulled together a few good books, databases and online resources for use in your job quest. Be sure to check with your local librarian for help in locating and using these and other materials.

General Reference Books

  • Occupational Outlook Handbook (Ref. HF5381 .O3 1998-1999 ) In Print
    Find more detailed information about your career choice through a keyword search in the
    Occupational Outlook Handbook. The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook is a nationally recognized source of career information. It describes what workers do on the job, working conditions, the training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects in a wide range of occupations.
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook  is available online version of the book listed above.
     
  • ***Occupational Outlook Quarterly unique careers and "You Are a What?"
     
  • Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance (Ref HF 5381 E52)In Print

Resumes and Interviews websites
There are numerous publications that provide tips and templates from writing resumes and cover letters, as well as advice for job interviews and follow up letters.  At a Cuyamca Library, check under the call # number HF 5383.

Websites

California Jobs on the web

Federal and state jobs

  • Federal Jobs listings
    An exhaustive list of federal job openings for all skill and age levels

  • FirstGov (Lists government jobs.  Be sure to type in the keyword "Careers")

  • Statejobs.com
    Clicking on a state will bring you to a page of links for public and private job resources, along with qualifications or tests needed to apply for the jobs.
  • 50states.com
    Clicking on a state will bring you to a long list of links related to that state.   Everything from the state homepage, online newspapers, climate and fun facts.
  • Peace Corps

 

 

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