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Researching Career Opportunities

Thoughtful research and careful investigation are the first steps in the adventure of career planning. If you want to locate descriptions of careers and the outlook for working in that field or industry explore the following library resources

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Need help with your job search? Check out the Billington Library. We have the resources to help you.

Information on resumes can be found in the areas of HF5383 and interviewing can be found in HF5549.

Professional journals and newspapers contain classified ads. Consult the Encyclopedia of Associations  for a list of professional associations and their publications.

 

 

Career Development Center

 JCCC's Career Development Center is located at SC 252, phone extension 3870. They have many useful services for students. 

Also, take a look at JobLinks  It is a free job and internship database provided by The Career Development Center for JCCC students, JCCC alumni and employers. You can search for and apply to jobs or internships. You may also upload your current résumé or develop a new one using Résumé Creator.

Summon Search

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Use the Summon Search to access career titles.  For example, look under the heading "Medicine-Vocational Guidance" for books and articles on careers in the health industry.