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Resources for Career Research and Reference
Careers.org has assembled an extensive collection of career research topics to assist your career search. The listing below includes a wide variety of subjects ranging from government resource centers to labor statistics information, each selected to offer you the breadth and depth of career research resources necessary to meet your specific career goals. Each topic contains a series of web resources that have been hand-selected by Careers.org to provide a valuable addition to your career research efforts.
Research Topics
International Jobs and Careers
Explore the expatriate lifestyle. Find international jobs, anywhere in the world. Mobilize your career with global resources and career advice.Job Search Ideas, Techniques , Guides
Make your job search more efficient by utilizing various expert-recommended methods to find job openings
Trade Associations
Explore a variety of industry-specific trade associations, including agriculture, construction, food and beverage, textiles and more.
Business Magazines
Stay current on the latest news and trends with respected business magazines and websites.
Career Event Calendars
Find job fairs, career expos and networking opportunities on a local and national scale
Company Rankings and Lists
Research major public and private corporations to find top employers, successful small businesses and more
Company Research
Research prospective companies before working with them. Consult company rankings, credit agencies and other sources.
Diversity Resources
Find detailed resources relating to diversity career opportunities for groups including the disabled, racial and ethnic minorities, women and GLBT workers
Finding Facts on the Internet
Uncover the best methods to research on the internet, including dynamic research tools, top career websites and more
Human Resources Forums
Discover human resources professionals, uncover online communities for human resources
International Business Information
Expand your business to the international marketplace, find international investments and attack the global economy.
Labor Unions
Research the impact of labor unions on you small business or employment prospects
Major Directory/Search Sites
Learn to utilize the vast array of resources available on the internet to find you next career
Newspaper Classified Job Listings
Research job classifieds from newspapers across the country; search online job banks and major job sites to evaluate local job markets.
Researching Your Prospective Employer
Research your prospective employer by reviewing company rankings, financial statements and more.
State Labor Market Information
Make use of state labor market information to boost your job search efforts
State Services - Job Listings
Consult the state workforce development department, labor council or employment department for help finding employment
State and Local Government
Utilize the variety of career resources made available by state and local governments for your job search.
U.S. Labor Statistics by State
Make use of the Bureau of Labor Statistics' comprehensive labor data and analysis for each of the 50 states
Working Mother Resources
Develop a proper work life balance, network with other working moms, and find the best companies for working parents.