Employment info online

Don't limit yourself to Monster.com or CareerBuilder.com in your job search. There is a wealth of resources online for career research, employment listings, vocational training and occupational outlooks. Many of these resources are cataloged in INFOMINE, from professional societies' specialized job databases to the expansive database of available federal government jobs. Some noteworthy examples:

The Riley Guide : Employment Opportunities and Job Resources on the Internet
Huge metasite of employment information; everything from preparing a resume to networking to salary guides.

Occupational Outlook Handbook
For each of more than 250 occupations, information is given on the nature of the work done, working conditions, employment outlook, required training, and earnings. Current edition is 2008-2009.

Career Guide to Industries
Companion to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, with information on the job market in each state, job prospects, working conditions, training, advancement and earnings.

Career Voyages
Career guide designed for students and their parents.

USA Jobs
Search for notices of job openings throughout the U.S. federal government. Includes information on how to apply for federal jobs, information on federal government salaries and benefits, application forms, and a section dedicated to veterans' employment resources.

Some specialized job resources:
New Scientist Jobs
Database of science jobs.

Library Job Postings on the Internet
Guide to finding library job postings, libraries, archives and other jobs for information professionals online. See also LISjobs.com.

Health Occupations : MedlinePlus
Guide to careers in the health professions.

Browse the Jobs resource type in INFOMINE to find other websites containing employment information. Or search with your field of interest and jobs as keywords. We've even got resources for game development and animation jobs cataloged in INFOMINE.