LibGuides: ENG 112 Koch: Career Research

Begin Here - Books

These multi-volume sets are excellent starting points for career research.

Career Information Center by Kristian Mallegg (Editor); Joseph Palmisano (Editor)
Call Number: Wilm & North Reference Books HF 5382.5 .U5 C32 2014
ISBN: 9780028662268
Publication Date: 2014-01-10
Career Information Center is also available online.
Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance, 16th Edition, 5-Volume Set by Ferguson Publishing
Call Number: Wilm Reference Books HF 5381 .E52 2015
ISBN: 081608503X
5 volumes
Survey of American Industry and Careers
Call Number: CFCC eBooks
ISBN: 1587657686
Publication Date: 2011-10-01

General Books

150 best recession-proof jobs
Call Number: Wilm & North Circulating Books HF 5382.5 .U5 A594 2009
Land Your Dream Career: eleven steps to take in college
Call Number: Wilm Circulating Books HD 6277 .T46 2013
ISBN: 1442219467
Publication Date: 2013-03-14
This Is How to Get Your Next Job: An inside look at what employers really want
Call Number: Wilm Circulating Books HF 5382.7 .K39 2013
ISBN: 0814432212
Publication Date: 2013-04-17
Working in Your Major: how to find a job when you graduate
Call Number: Wilm Circulating Books HF 5382.7 .G45 2012
ISBN: 1440803110
Publication Date: 2012-07-01

Begin Here - Electronic Resources

Career Guidance Center (Ferguson's) This link opens in a new window
Explore careers and best practices for job searching, take a career interest assessment.
Job-Hunting and Workplace Skills: guidance on the essentials of getting a job and keeping it—establishing a career path, honing interview skills, writing résumés, and more

Career and Industry Resources: more than 55,000 searchable, browsable resource entries, divided into convenient categories on fellowships, organizations, internships, scholarships, and awards

School Searches: four comprehensive, current databases, provided by Peterson's Nelnet, LLC, covering undergraduate, graduate, nursing, and vocational and technical schools in the U.S. and Canada; search for schools by type, region, areas of study, and a variety of other characteristics

Career Interest Assessment: ranks users' work interest areas and suggests related occupations and industries

Links to Current Job Opportunities: access to live job postings.
Career Information Center (Gale) This link opens in a new window
Over 600 full-text entries covering all aspects of most careers including: job overview, work environment, wage/salary info, required education/experience, job outlook, and info on similar occupations.

Dictionary of Occupational Titles (online)
Previously published in print by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Now available online only.
Occupational Profiles at NCCAREERS.ORG
Occupational Profiles are the source for up-to-date information on hundreds of occupations in North Carolina and provide career planners and changers with two-page summaries of specific occupations. Each profile contains information that answers these questions:

* What does a worker in this occupation do, and what’s the work environment like?

* Are my interests similar to those in this occupation, and what other careers might match my interests, abilities, and work values?

* What are the most important types of knowledge, skills, and abilities to have in this field?

* How much education does the occupation require?

* What is the salary for this job, and what kind of job growth is expected in North Carolina?

* Where can I find jobs?

* How can I find out more about this occupation?
O*NET Online
Includes information from the U.S. Department of Labor on skills, abilities, work activities, and interests associated with occupations.

Career Assistance @ CFCC!

Career Development at CFCC
The mission of Career Development is to encourage and assist students and graduates in the continuous process of career planning, career decision-making, planning for marketability and job search.

In addition, Career Development offers an annual Job Fair along with several job placement services to students and graduates desiring part-time, full-time and seasonal employment. Career Development is located in U-240 on the Wilmington Campus and in the NA Building, room 106A on the North Campus. If you are interested in taking the Career Key, please arrive at least one hour prior to closing to complete the assessment.
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The staff offers assistance to individuals and groups, in the development of career goals, by examining aptitudes, values and exploring career interests. Choosing a career path is a process that unfolds throughout the college years and beyond. It involves discovering individual potential, learning about career fields, and gaining career-related experience. Career Development has developed an online handout titled "Making Career Choices" which outlines procedures for making career and educational decisions.

Being undecided about your program of study or career direction is not uncommon. Keep in mind that you are not alone. In fact, many students like yourself are not certain of their program of study and change majors at least once. Often students do not know what they can or want to do with a given major.

For those students who are still in the process of deciding upon their program of study or career direction, Career Development at CFCC offers a variety of suggestions and services. It may be possible for students who are already in a program of study to receive college credit for your work experience. Please refer to the the Cooperative Education web page for additional information.

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Cut your research time in half!

Whatever career you are researching, add the term "VOCATIONAL GUIDANCE" with your other search terms. This commonly used subject heading narrows and focuses your search.

"VOCATIONAL GUIDANCE" not working? Try the phrase "JOB OUTLOOK" or "EMPLOYMENT FORECAST" with your career name.

Aptitude Test Workbook Discover Your Potential and Improve Your Career Options with Practice Psychometric Tests (2nd Edition) by Jim Barrett
Call Number: CFCC eBook (Online)
ISBN: 9780749461911
Publication Date: 2011
What's Your Type of Career Find Your Perfect Career by Using Your Personality Type (2nd Edition) by Donna DUnning
Call Number: CFCC eBook (Online)
ISBN: 9781857884555
Publication Date: 2010
Work Your Strengths : A Scientific Process to Identify Your Skills and Match Them to the Best Career for You by Chuck L. Martin, Richard Guare
Call Number: CFCC eBook (Online)
ISBN: 9780814414088
Publication Date: 2010

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Salary Information By State

There are many reliable sites to obtain salary data by state if you have selected a specific state. However finding a range of all states is trickier. One good place to begin is the U.S. Department of Labor's Career OneStop.

Career OneStop
* Choose Toolkit menu
* Go to Wages
* Select Salary Finder
* Search for your occupation
* Choose View Map