Foundations: A Reader for New College Students, Wadsworth Publishing, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

How to Get Good Grades in College, Woodburn Press, 2001.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Investing in Your College Education, Houghton Mifflin Co., 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

The Elements of Learning, Yale University Press, 1999.
Thomason Library, Lower Level: 378.170281 B226E

Essential Study Skills, Houghton Mifflin Co., 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

How to Study in College, Houghton Mifflin Co., 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

The Ninety-minute Hour, Dutton, 1990.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.12 L578N

The Encyclopedia of Career Development, SAGE eReference, 2006.
A multidisciplinary resource examining career-related issues from psychological, sociological, educational, counseling, organizational behavior, and human resource management perspectives. Discusses career decision-making strategies, explores the evolution of careers, and variations in the meaning of career success.

Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance, Ferguson, 2003.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 331.702 En19E [4 vols]
Covers more than 900 careers, giving a general description of the job or career field, the personal and professional requirements, salary statistics, work environment, future outlook for the field, and sources for more information

Backpack to Briefcase: Steps to a Successful Career, Life After Graduation, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library
Provides recent graduates the essential advice they need to navigate the working world in order to develop a successful career. Topics include: developing a professional image, mastering effective communication skills, following workplace etiquette, understanding employee benefits and rights, completing a successful performance review, asking for a raise, making sense of one’s paycheck, staying competitive.

Be Bold: Create a Career with Impact, Echoing Green, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

New book! Career Opportunities for Minority College Graduates, Flagship Publishing Group, LLC, 2008.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Portfolio Workbook, McGraw/Hill, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Preparation: A Transition Guide for Students, Pearson Prentice Hall, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Wisdom for College Students, Checkmark Books, 2007.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Do What You Are, Little, Brown and Co., 2001.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Enhanced Occupational Outlook Handbook, JIST Works, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Explorations in Theology and Vocation, The Center for Theological Exploration of Vocation, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

The Five Patterns of Extraordinary Careers: The Guide for Achieving Success and Satisfaction, Crown Business, 2003.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.1 C498F

From Master Student to Master Employee, Houghton Mifflin Co., 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

I Don't Know What I Want, but I Know It's Not This, Penguin Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Life After College, Hawthorn Publishing, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

New Guide for Occupational Exploration, JIST Works, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

O*Net Dictionary of Occupational Titles: The Definitive Printed Reference of Occupational Information, JIST Works, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library
Uses the new O*NET data released by the U.S. Department of Labor, and it will eventually replace the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT).

Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-09 [Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Dept. of Labor]
Search the handbook or browse A-Z list of occupations to discover the training required, earnings and job prospects to be expected, work duties, and working conditions in hundreds of different occupations. In addition, job search tips and links to information on job searching by state are included. See also Career Guide to Industries.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library [2006-07 ed]

Road Trip Nation, A Guide to Discovering your Path in Life, Ballentine Books, 2003. Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library "To broaden their knowledge of occupations, two enterprising California college students/surfers hatched an idea to interview successful adults in interesting jobs, to see what paths they took to get there. They ended up crossing the U.S. in a large RV for three months.The final portion of the book tells readers how to go about doing what the authors did-minus the RV-with tips on cold calling, following up, being on time, keeping your word, researching and reaching people, thanking them with a letter, and more." School Library Journal

Careers in Accounting, WetFeet, Inc., 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Advertising and Public Relations, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in Advertising and Public Relations, WetFeet, Inc. 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Aviation and the Aerospace Industry, Checkmark Books, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in the Visual Arts, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Art Majors, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in the Automotive Industry, Checkmark Books, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

B

Careers in Life Science [Access Excellence]
Agronomist to zoologist--list of careers with short description and link to organization with additional information.

Career Opportunities in Banking, Finance, and Insurance, Checkmark Books, 2007.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Biology Majors, VGM Career Books, 2004.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 570.23 C144G

Opportunities in Biotechnology Careers, VGM Career Books, 2001.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in International Business, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Business Majors, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

C

Great Jobs for Chemistry Majors, McGraw/Hill, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Chemistry Careers, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Computer Science Majors, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

D-E

See Dental School Advisor, Biology Dept.

Career Opportunities in Education and Related Services, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Engineering Majors, VGM Career Books, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for English Majors, VGM Career Horizons, 2000.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Environmental Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Environmental Studies Majors, VGM Career Books, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

F

Career Opportunities in the Fashion Industry, Checkmark Books, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in the Film Industry, Checkmark Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers For Film Buffs and Other Hollywood Types, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Film Majors, VGM Career Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Foreign Language Carers, VGM Career Horizons, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

G-H

Career Opportunities in the Health Care, Checkmark Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in Health Care, McGraw/Hill, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Exploring Health Care Careers, Ferguson, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

I-J-K-L

Careers in Focus: Internet, Ferguson, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in Information Technology, WetFeet, Inc., 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in Focus: Journalism, Ferguson, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Law and the Legal Industry, Checkmark Books, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Law Enforcement, Security and Protective Services, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Federal Law Enforcement Careers, JIST Works, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Criminal Justice, VGM Career Books, 2001.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Careers, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Library and Information Science, Checkmark Books, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

M

Opportunities in Marketing Careers, McGraw/Hill, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Vault Guide to the Top Advertising and PR Employers, Vault, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in Focus: Mathematics and Physics, Ferguson, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Math Majors, VGM Career Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Medical Imaging Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2000.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in the Armed Forces, Checkmark Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in the Music Industry, Checkmark Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Music Majors, VGM Career Books, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Music Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

N

Career Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in Nursing, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Nursing Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

O-P

Opportunities in Paramedical Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2000.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Photography, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Physical Education Majors, VGM Career Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

See Medical School Advisor - Sciences

Opportunities in Physician Assistant Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Physician Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2000.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Politics, Government, and Activism, Checkmark Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Political Science Majors, VGM Career Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Psychology Majors, VGM Career Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in the Publishing Industry, Checkmark Books, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

R

Career Opportunities in Radio, Checkmark Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Real Estate Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Recreation and Leisure Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2000.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Religious Service Careers, VGM Career Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Retailing Careers, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

S-T

Science Careers [Science]
Search diverse job listings for the entire scientific community.

Career Opportunities in Science, Checkmark Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Great Jobs for Sociology Majors, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Social Science Careers, VGM Career Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Social Work Careers, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities inTelevision and Video Careers, VGM Career Books, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Career Opportunities in Theater and the Performing Arts, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Ferguson's Careers in Focus: Therapists, Ferguson, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in the Travel Industry, Checkmark Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Opportunities in Travel Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

V

See Vet School Advisor - Sciences

W

Career Opportunites in Writing, Checkmark Books, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers for Writers, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Careers in Writing, VGM Career Books, 2001.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Is Your Genius at Work? Four Key Questions to Ask Before Your Next Career Move,
Davies-Black Publishers, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library
"The spiritual meets the practical as soul-searching turns out to be the best career-building resource available." Kirkus Reports

Peterson’s Graduate and Professional Programs, Peterson’s Guides, 2008.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 378.73 P442P2 [6 vols]
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library [6 vols]
The only annually updated reference work of its kind, providing wide-ranging information on the graduate and professional programs offered by accredited colleges and universities in the United States and its territories, as well as those in Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Africa that are accredited by U.S. accrediting bodies. Book 1: An Overview containing information on institutions as a whole while Books 2-6 are devoted to specific academic and professional fields.

Petersen's Graduate Planner - Student Edition
Getting started, finding a school/program, preparing for tests, paying for school.

The Real Guide to Graduate School: What You Better Know Before You Choose Humanities & Social Sciences, Linguafranca Books, 1997.
Thomason Library, Lower Level: 378.155 R229R
Includes the basics of admission and finances, then an in-depth look at several disciplines in the humanities and social sciences.

The Vault MBA Career Bible, Vault, 2005.
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Barron’s Guide to Medical & Dental Schools, Barron’s, 2006.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 378.1553 W753B
Updated with the latest facts and figures, this school directory and guidance manual presents profiles of all accredited medical, dental, and osteopathic schools in the United States and Canada. Includes information on tuition and fees, application procedures, sample essays for medical school applications and a special section dedicated to high school students who are making long-term plans for a medical or dental career.

Member Medical Schools [American Association of Medical Colleges]
Contact information and website links to AAMC member medical schools.

The Grants Register 2007, Palgrave Macmillan, 2006.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 378.34 G767G 2007
Provides detailed, accurate and comprehensive survey of awards intended for students at or above the postgraduate level, or those who require further professional or advanced vocational training. Arranged with a section allowing the user to find an award within a specific subject area, an index to all awards by title, discontinued awards, and awarding organizations.

Foundation Grants to Individuals, The Foundation Center, 2006.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 378.33 F825F

Foundation Grants to Individuals Online [fee based information]

Paying for Graduate School - Petersen's Graduate Planner [Petersen's]

The Elements of Résumé Style : Essential Rules and Eye-opening Advice for Writing Résumés and Cover Letters that Work, Amacom, 2005.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.142 B439E

eResumes, McGraw/Hill, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Internet Ready Resume [Margaret F. Dikel, The Riley Guide]
A directory of employment and career information sources and services on the Internet. It is primarily intended to provide instruction for job seekers on how to use the Internet to their best advantage.

Perfect Phrases for Resumes, McGraw/Hill, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

The Perfect Resume, Broadway Books, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

The Resume.com Guide to Writing Unbeatable Resumes, McGraw/Hill, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Resumes for College Students and Recent Graduates, VGM Career Books, 2005.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.142 R312R
Sample resumes and cover letters, tips on highlighting strengths, and worksheets for gathering personal information.

Resumes for Communications Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Resumes for Computer Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Resumes for Education Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 1999.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Resumes for Environmental Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2003.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Resumes for First-Time Job Hunters, VGM Career Horizons, 2000.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Resumes for Scientific and Technical Careers, VGM Career Horizons, 2000.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Resumes That Knock 'Em Dead, Adams Media, 2004.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 Y27R

Resume Workshop [OWL, Purdue University Online Writing Lab]

The World's Greatest Resumes, Ten Speed Press, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Cover Letters that Knock 'Em Dead, Adams Media, 2004.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 Y27C

Cover Letter Quick Tips [OWL, Purdue University Online Writing Lab]

The Elements of Résumé Style : Essential Rules and Eye-opening Advice for Writing Résumés and Cover Letters that Work, Amacom, 2005.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.142 B439E

Business & Company Resource Center [Thomson/Gale]
Comprehensive periodical and reference resource for business, management and investment topics.

LexisNexis - Hoover's Company Records [LexisNexis Academic Universe]
Detailed information on companies from Hoover's:

Best Answers to the 201 Most Frequently Asked Interview Questions, McGraw Hill, 1997.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 D388B

Boost Your Interview IQ, McGraw Hill, 2004. Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 M363B Dressing Smart for Women, Impact Publications, 2004. Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library How Would You Move Mount Fuji?: Microsoft's cult of the puzzle: How the World's Smartest Companies Select the Most Creative Thinkers, Little, Brown, 2003. Thomason Library, Upper Level: 658.31124 P856H

The Manager's Book of Questions:751 Great Interview Questions for Hiring the Best Person, McGraw Hill, 1997.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 658.31124 K116M

Salary Survey, National Association of Colleges and Employers
Douglas House 206: Career Services Office

• Data for nearly 80 disciplines at the bachelor's degree level, more than 40 fields at the master's level, and more than 20 at the doctoral level.
• Salary figures by field of study, job function, employer type, and degree level.
• Average offers, plus salary ranges.
• Four reports a year—Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall—to help you make mid-course corrections quickly.
  (Note: Salary Survey is a cumulative report; the Fall report is the final report for each academic year; e.g., the Fall 2007 Salary Survey is the final report on starting salary offers to the college class of 2006-07.)

Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) [U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics]
This program produces employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Estimates are available for the nation as a whole, for individual States, and for metropolitan areas; national occupational estimates for specific industries are also available.

Salary.com
This site offers "in-depth coverage of salary information over a comprehensive set of industries and thousands of job titles." The Salary Wizard tool searches for salary ranges by occupation and by region. Basic salary information is free. Other features include salary news and advice, brief job descriptions, and links for job searching.

200 Best Jobs for College Graduates, JIST Works, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Best Entry Level Jobs, Random House, Inc., 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Best Jobs for the 21st Century, JIST Works, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

The Big Book of Jobs, VGM Career Books, 2002.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Blue Hose CareerNet [College Central Network Services, Presbyterian College] Information about current internships, part time jobs and full time employment. Services are available to students, alumni and employers.

Employment Background Checks: A Jobseeker's Guide [Privacy Rights Clearinghouse]
Current emphasis on security and safety has dramatically increased the number of employment background checks conducted by employers.This guide explains the why and how of background checks. It also tells you what can be covered in a background report, your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and what you can do to prepare.

How to Get Any Job with Any Major, Ten Speed Press, 2004.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Industries and Careers for Undergraduates, WetFeet, Inc., 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

International Job Finder: Where the Jobs are Worldwide, Planning/Communications, 2002.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 650.14 L361I
Gathered together in one place the broadest collection of effective online and offline resources for finding international jobs. Some 1200 online and print resources are organized into worldwide gateways and into eight geographical regions further subdivided alphabetically by country. Each resource is covered by a paragraph describing its services, its strengths, any charges to users, and recommendations on how to use it most effectively.

International Jobs: Where They Are, How to Get Them, Basic Books, 2003.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 331.702 Se37I
An authoritative guide for researching and launching an international career, this book provides all the tools necessary for understanding the complex international job market and finding the right employment options.

Job Hunter’s Sourcebook: Where to Find Employment Leads and Other Job Search Resources, Gale, 2002.
Thomason Library, Main Level, Reference: R 650.14 J575J
In-depth coverage of information sources for specific professional and vocational occupations.

Job Search and Career Checklists, JIST Works, 2005.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Job Seekers Online Goldmine, JIST Works, 2006.
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library

Blow Your Own Horn: How to Market Yourself and Your Career, American Management Association, 1987.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 D283B

Rules for the Road : Surviving Your First Job Out of School, Berkley Publishing Group, 1998.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 L973R

Monster Careers : How to Land the Job of Your Life, Penguin Books, 2004.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 T215M
Douglas House 202: Career Planning Library
Upbeat, inspirational, and indispensable guide to getting the job you want in the new world of work. Rich with real-world advice from recruiters, career counselors, human resource professionals, and successful Monster members who share their job-hunting expertise, Monster Careers provides a step-by-step plan for carrying out a super-charged job search.

Monster.com [Monster Worldwide, Inc.]
A leading online career network providing information for job seekers and employeers. Search jobs, post resumes, do company research, get career advice, etc.

Nail the Job: Every Tool You'll Need to Land Your Dream Job, Perseus Publishing, 2002.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 N143N
The first half of this book deals with more general job-hunting topics and is useful for those seeking careers in any profession; early chapters give advice on networking, avoiding mistakes, acing interviews, determining what recruiters are looking for, and closing an interview effectively. The remaining chapters are directed more toward those in the MBA-related fields. Current, authoritative, sound advice, with useful examples from real-life situations while emphasizing throughout the need for research and thorough preparation. [description from Library Journal]

New Directions in Career Planning and the Workplace: Practical Strategies for Career Management Professionals, Davies-Black, 2000.  
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 658.3 N42N
An updated edition of a landmark book, this invaluable career-planning guide for employers and counselors offers a startling look at the forces changing the workplace of the new millennium.

OpportunityKnocks.org
An Atlanta based non-profit job site with free searching by region, state, or keyword. Listings contain job descriptions and application information. Includes briefly annotated lists of other Web non-profit job listings, career information resources, and a lengthy categorized library of Web based non-profit resources. The Company authorizes you to view and download a single copy of the material on this web site solely for your personal, noncommercial use.

USA Jobs [US Office of Personnel Management]
The official job site of the US Federal Government, a one-stop source for federal jobs and employment information.

Welcome to the Real World: You've Got an Education, Now Get a Life!, Norton, 1997.
Thomason Library, Upper Level: 650.14 K869W
Answers you need to get your post-college life on track, from learning what kinds of jobs are out there to getting your first job, from renting an apartment to balancing your budget, from haggling with car dealers to paying back your student loans and more!

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Use the online catalog to locate books in Thomason Library. You can search by author, title, word, or subject.