This is only a small portion of what's out on the internet for job seekers. Since the internet is ever changing, MSSU does not guarantee the content of these sites. Be very careful about disclosing personal information and think long and hard before utilizing a site that charges a fee. There are enough "free" site out there that are funded through advertising or government agencies that fees are rarely justified.
FOR HELP IN FIGURING OUT A MAJOR CAREER CHOICE
www.bls.gov/oco/ - On-line copy of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, which is put out by the U.S. Dept. of Labor each year. It lists jobs and shows the nature of work, working conditions, employment, training and qualifications needed, potential for advancement, job outlook, earnings potential, and sources for more information.
http://mapping-your-future.org/features/careership/ - Visit featured careers, match your interests with careers, review careers by clusters, and perform career searches.
www.acinet.org - General job outlook, wages & trends, state employment information, employability check-up, employer locator, and financial aid advisor.
www.missourieconomy.org - Missouri's Economic Research & Info Center web page where you can find info on economic indicators, industry & occupational studies, regional info, and community issues.
www.careervoyages.gov - Exploring career options and learn about high growth jobs projected wages for these jobs.
www.occupationalinfo.org - This is the complete Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) put out by the U.S. Dept. of Labor. Shows job titles and descriptions and offers direct links to a dozen other career related informational site.
www.dol.gov/ - Labor Department's web page with all sorts of links to employment related national statistics.
www.personalitytype.com - Use this site to learn more about your personality type when deciding on a major but understanding your personality type will also help you when interviewing for jobs.
www.keirsey.com - This site offers various tests to learn your personality type and how that might relate to a career.
FOR JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE
www.dol.gov/odep - Labor Dept.'s Office of Disability Employment Policy web site that provides national leadership by developing and influencing disability-related employment policy and practice affecting the employment of people with disabilities.
www.mssu.edu/career/ - Click on "Student Access to Southern Job Network' to register for this site. Upload your resume, cover letter, and make them accessible to approved employers, search for jobs and internships, and track your activity.
www.missouricareersource.com - Register with the MO state job service, yearly wage information and projections, job listings by county, job listings throughout the nation, and labor force issues.
www.kansasjoblink.com - Register with the KS state job service to conduct a job search, build an on-line resume, research career information, receive e-mails on new job openings, and learn about other jobseeker services.
www.state.ar.us/esd/ - Register with the AR state job service, check out job opportunities, file for unemployment benefits, and access labor market information.
www.oesc.state.ok.us/ - Register with the OK state job service and check out job opportunities.
www.aftercollege.com - College graduate/entry-level jobsite that lists opportunities specific to your field of study. Also shows internship/co-ops, part time entry level jobs, jobs requiring a PhD, healthcare jobs, teaching jobs, and canadian jobs.
www.jobweb.com - National Association of Colleges & Employer's website that offers career and job-search advice/information for new college graduates.
www.job-employment-guide.com - Covers career planning, resume writing, job search, interview skills, salary negotiation, resignation, self-employment, etc. Offers secrets for your job search that you may not be able to find anywhere else.
www.jobbankinfo.org - Job search tips, job market information, information for job seekers, and employer's listings.
www.employmentspot.com/ - State-specific and job-specific job listings, salary and benefits information, step-by-step tips on creating a great resume, and salary negotiation strategies.
www.brainbench.com/ - Over 400 different skills assessments that allow you to track, improve, and certify vital job skills. NOTE: There may be a charge for some of these assessments.
hotjobs.yahoo.com/ - Hot jobs via Yahoo, search for jobs using keywords or region of the country, post your resume, get fax numbers to submit your resume, and special featured jobs information.
www.coolworks.com - Job listings in resort, vacation, and fun places.
FOR COMPUTER JOBS
www.ihirenetworkadministrators.com/default.asp - Search for jobs and career information in the computer networking field.
www.dice.com - Hi-tech jobs, job search, post resumes, job search tools, and career links.
www.networking.computerjobs.com/ - Computer network job listings by skill, key word, region of the country, IT resources, and you can post your resume.
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
www.score.org - Small business counseling service run mostly by retired business personnel. Their main purpose is to help individuals get a new company or business started. They will help create a business plan which is the first step in gaining either government funding or a small business loan.
If you have any questions or would like to make an enquiry, please contact us:
Office of Career Services
Missouri Southern State University
3950 E. Newman Road
Joplin, MO 64801
Phone: (417) 625-9343
Fax: (417) 625-9338
E-mail: careerservices@mssu.edu