Career Resource Central

Career Resource Central

Salary

The following websites are a great place to start when researching salary information. When discussing salary with an employer, always present a range rather than specific dollar amount. 

Job Search

Job boards can be beneficial during the job search to research both companies of interest and posted job opportunities. However, keep in mind that 70-80% of positions that are available are not advertised anywhere. Networking is critical in landing a job. Referrals and internal candidates are the leading hiring trends. 

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Occupation and Company Research

Before diving into a new career or organization, research potential occupations or target companies. Determining a “good fit” can support career satisfaction. 

  • Occupational Outlook Handbook - Provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics
  • O*NET - Nation’s primary source of occupational information 
  • Thomas Net - Connects to a comprehensive directory of American manufacturers, arranged by product 
  • Careers-in-Business - Designed to help you find satisfying jobs in the business world  
  • Vault - Well known for Company Search Engine and its insider reports on thousands of companies 
  • www.wetfeet.com - More than 1,600 snapshots of companies: history, business, profitability, and jobs 
  • Fortune Magazine - 100 Best Companies to Work For
  • Guidestar - Provides a searchable directory of nonprofit organizations

Graduate School

The best source of information on a program will come from the school itself. Check out the program’s website and talk with faculty, current students, and alumni (LinkedIn is a good source for locating alumni of a particular graduate school). Additionally, many professional associations have information on their websites related to relevant graduate programs. 

Online and Lifelong Learning

Additional Resources

  • WorkOptions.com - To equip and empower you to ASK for the flexible work options you want to achieve the work-life balance you need 
  • CandidCareer.com - Offers information video interviews on a wide variety of careers 
  • Next Avenue - Blog with articles, videos and resources designed to help you with every aspect of your career including reinvention, entrepreneurship, the job search and encore careers 

** Visit web sites of staffing/temporary agencies and professional associations in your target field/industry. These sites often contain links to employers, job postings, and networking events. 

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