Career Resources: Books

(Ref HF 5382.5 .U5 O33 2018) Accessible in both print and electronic formats, the Occupational Outlook Handbook provides career information from the U.S. Department of Labor. Describes job responsibilities, working conditions, training and education required, earnings, and anticipated job prospects for a wide range of occupations.

The O*Net Dictionary of Occupational Titles is known for providing detailed lists of tasks, skills, abilities, and knowledge areas associated with specific occupations. The online version also allows you to search for jobs grouped together in families, search specific industries for associated jobs, and browse jobs based on the need for specific education, such as science or mathematics for example.