Library: Career Resources: Welcome!

Career Planning & Development Center

Need help with career exploration and maximizing your educational experience in the job market? Check out Webster's Career Planning & Development Center (CPDC) website. They're the experts!

This research guide is intended to supplement the CPDC website with additional Webster University Library resources for career and job hunting information.

Webster's Career Planning and Development Center
WU Career Planning YouTube Channel
Short videos on preparing for a job and internship fair including creating your resume, researching and opening the conversation with an employer and dressing for success.

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U.S. government websites for career & job exploration

Bureau of Labor Statistics -- US Dept of Labor
Links to US and international statistics on pay & benefits, employment & unemployment, productivity and more.
O*NET OnLine
Descriptions of numerous occupations. In print, this was called the Dictionary of Occupational Titles.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
For each occupation, this handbook provides educational requirements, typical working conditions, average salary, employment outlook, and more!
Resources for Jobseekers / Workers-- US Dept. of Labor
Provides links to US government websites and resources for career/occupational exploration, salaries and employment data and national job banks.
United States Department of Labor
This is the primary source for obtaining accuarate, comprehensive information about the U. S. Labor market.
USA Jobs
The official U.S. government site for jobs and employment information. Browse by job category, series, or job title, with keyword searching also available. Also provides general information on applying for federal jobs and available benefits.

For some of our favorite websites, see below.

CareerOneStop.org

CareerOneStop.org is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor and bills itself as "your source for career exploration, training & jobs".

U.S. Department of Labor topics page

The U.S. Department of Labor's topics menu links to information about breaks and meal periods; health plans & benefits including COBRA; resources for people with disabilities; Equal Employment Opportunity (EEOC); Family & Medical Leave (FMLA); training; worker's compensation; wages, e.g. minimum wage and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and more!

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