Career Exploration Resources

Free Online Resources

O*Net
Government funded database that provides information about occupations. Some highlights included are income (by region and quartile), job duties, skills needed, trajectories of occupations, professional associations, etc...
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The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) is developed under the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA)
Career OneStop
US Department of Labor sponsored career site meant to help Americans research occupations. In it you can find career profiles, information on training, salaries, and much more.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Up to date publication created by the Bureau of Labor Statistics known for its career profiles. Profiles include sections on salary information, job outlook, job duties, how to become one, etc..
Post-Secondary Explorer Outcome
The Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) is an experimental data product from the US Census Bureau containing earnings outcomes and employment flows for recent graduates of partner colleges and universities

IBISWorld This link opens in a new window
IBISWorld specializes in industry research and includes reports structured by NAICS as well as niche on-demand reports. These reports can be useful for preparing for job interviews. In the At-A-Glance section they include a quick synopsis of relevant industry information and at the end of the report include call preparation questions.

Hoover's D&B Business Browser This link opens in a new window
Database that is great for public and large company research. It includes SWOT reports, company history/background and contact information including recruiters. Users can create both company and contact lists depending on their interests.

Global Road Warrior This link opens in a new window
An extensive country-by-country resource for learning about culture, customs, language, business culture, etc. The business culture section can be useful for those exploring careers in other cultures as it includes negotiation tactics, decision making, attire, and more.

Hofstede Country Comparator
Website that uses the Hofstede 6 dimension national model to help users compare differences in cultures. Simply type in the countries you want to compare into the search bar.
Hofstede- 6-D model of national culture
Website published by Geert Hofstede to explain his 6-D national models.

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