Massachusetts Career Information System (MassCIS)

http://masscis.intocareers.org/

Free to all MA residents, this resource includes:

• occupation descriptions (linking to job listings from America's Job Bank)
• programs of study and financial aid links
• job search info.
• military job info.
• entrepreneurial info.
• tools to assess interests and values
• resume tool -- great for beginners!

Users can create a customized portfolio.

If you remember only one resource from today, this is it!

US Department of Labor Sources

Occupational Outlook Handbook
http://www.bls.gov/oco/

• Occupation descriptions with a focus on forecasting trends.
• Includes nature of work, skills and education necessary, typical salary ranges, employment outlook, and suggestions for finding out more about the field.

O*NET OnLine (Occupational Information Network)
http://online.onetcenter.org/

• Breaks occupations down into basic skill sets
• Excellent for career changers or resume-building
• Links to salary info. by state

America's Career InfoNet
http://www.careerinfonet.org/acinet/default.asp

• A meta-site incorporating information from O*NET and lots of other job search resources
• The skills profiler is especially good for career changers!

Career Voyages
http://www.careervoyages.gov/

• Information on growing industries geared towards students and career changers
• Links to education and training options, customizable by state

Career Resource Meta-Sites

The Riley Guide
http://www.rileyguide.com/index.html

• Maintained by Simmons GSLIS alumna
• Tips and extensive annotated links on all areas of the job search

Quintessential Careers
http://www.quintcareers.com/

• Articles covering all aspects of the job search (take time to explore here)
• Especially recommended: career and job-related tutorials; job interview questions database; guide to researching companies, industries, and countries

CareerJournal.com
http://www.careerjournal.com/

• Geared towards executives, but with information relevant to us all

Simmons Career Resource Library
http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/

• Blog with daily updates from trade magazines and career websites
• Electronic library covering everything from career exploration to job banks to resumes to salary negotiation
• Includes special sections for career changers and for diverse job seekers

Also see:

• America's Career InfoNet
  http://www.acinet.org/acinet/
• Monster
  http://www.monster.com

Job Listings

Indeed
http://www.indeed.com
Simply Hired
http://www.simplyhired.com

• Job search engines, aggregating listings from boards like Monster, corporate postings, professional associations, etc.
  

JobFind
http://www.jobfind.com/

• Listings from local newspapers (companion site to townonline.com).
• Click on "basic job search" for search options
• Also see events section

JobQuest
https://web.detma.org/JobSeeker/CM1.asp
(from MA Dept. of Workforce Development)

• MA job bank
• Database of training programs
• Child care information
• Links to related info., such as unemployment insurance
  

BostonWorks
http://bostonworks.boston.com/

• Online job listings from the Boston Globe
• Use advanced search options to limit by zip code, date, etc.!
• Expand search to Indeed.com web listings (see below)
• Be sure to check the events section for career fairs, etc.

Monster
http://www.monster.com/

• Job listings now included with Indeed.com and Simplyhired.com
• Includes a diversity job search feature
• Extensive career advice, including targeted industries and populations
• Think twice before posting a resume here (or on other job banks)
• Online networking
  

Craigslist
http://boston.craigslist.org

• Limited search features and some questionable postings, BUT ...
• Free and easy to post jobs here, so a good source for smaller companies, family employers, day labor, etc.
• Included in Indeed.com

Government Jobs
(NOTE: These are a good starting point, but not comprehensive. I recommend you target particular agencies and visit their websites directly for job listings.)

• Federal: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/
• MA State: http://www.mass.gov/?pageID
  =mg2subtopic&L=4&L0=Home&L1=Resident
  &L2=Labor+%26+Employment&L3=Find+State
  +Jobs&sid=massgov2
• Local -- Visit your city or town's official home page for job listings. Need help finding the page? Select your community from this list: http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=mg2terminal&L=3&L0=Home&L1=State
  +Government&L2 =Local+Government&sid=
  massgov2&b=terminalcontent&f=cc_
  landing&csid=massgov2

Resumes and Cover Letters

Resume Tutorial
http://www.careerinfonet.org/acinet/resume/resume_intro.asp?nodeid=26
(from America's Career InfoNet)

• Covers resumes and cover letters
• Includes types, design, and features
• How to distribute (email, mail, fax, etc.)
• Links to additional web resources

Resume Writing: Special Situations
http://www.detma.org/RGSpecialSituations.htm
(from the MA Dept. of Workforce Development)

• How to address job hopping, career change, military experience, older workers, homemakers, self employment, incarceration, and other potential resume/job search obstacles.

Simmons Career Resource Library Resume Page
http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/resumes.shtml

• Annotated links to additional resources on resumes and cover letters, including electronic resumes

Targeting Employers

Geographic and Industry Directories
http://www.bpl.org/research/KBB/job.htm#Section%20Three
Guide from Kirstein Business Branch (a bit outdated, but still good)

Business Databases
Business and Company ASAP, Mergent, etc.
Career Search is fabulous! (demo?)

Hospital Web
http://neuro-www.mgh.harvard.edu/hospitalweb.shtml

Academic 360
http://www.academic360.com/
for jobs in higher education

Simmons Career Resource Library Career and Industry Research page
http://my.simmons.edu/library/collections/career/
industryresearch.shtml

Career Information for Youth

Teen Resume Guide
http://www.bostonyouthzone.com/myc/pdfs/teen_resume_guide.pdf
(from Boston Youth Zone)

Boston Students College Guide
http://www.bostonyouthzone.com/resources/college_guide/
(from Boston Youth Zone)
Covers planning, applying, financing, and locally-oriented scholarships and program listings

Also see MassCIS
http://masscis.intocareers.org/loginmain.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fdefault.aspx&cookieTest=y

Make a Difference!

Idealist
http://www.idealist.org

• Nonprofit jobs, volunteer opportunities, and resources
• Includes a nonprofit directory

MVLC Community Information Database!
http://134.241.121.91/?profile=main#focus

• A great resource for researching potential employers or volunteer opportunities in local organizations!
  

Volunteer Match
http://www.volunteermatch.org/

• Do some good while building resume skills and networking contacts
• Requires free registration

Staying Organized and Motivated

Job Filer
http://www.jobfiler.com/index.php
Provides the Jobseeker's Desktop, a free web-based organizer to manage inquiries, action items, favorite career websites, contacts, and more.

Getting Started: Career Planning
http://www.detma.org/pdf/1985_0504.pdf
A guide from the MA Dept. of Workforce Development on staying motivated and committed to your job search.

Job Search Mistakes Even the Pros Make
http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/careerbytes/
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Learn how to recognize and avoid them.