CAREER UNIT
ACCESS BRIDGES WEBSITE - http://www.access.bridges.com
CAREER PLANNING
Career OneStop - http://www.acinet.org
Career OneStop from the US Department of Labor includes a lot of information on all things job related through sections on resume writing and interviewing, education and training, and local resources. Provides links to self-assessments.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - http://www.bls.gov/OCO
From the Department of Labor Statistics, the online version of the Occupational Outlook Handbook provides extensive information on over 700 careers. Updated every 2 years. Includes links to a Teacher's Guide.
Xap Student Center - http://xap.com
Resource for students wanting to learn more about careers and college. Registration is free. (permission from parents, first) Self-assessment tools provide guidance in assessing interests, skills, values, and personality.
MyPlan.com - http://www.myplan.com
Includes many resources for teens researching career and education options. A wide variety of resources for career exploration, including videos, top ten lists, and industry overviews are included. Career assessment quizzes are available for a fee.
BUDGETING
Sense and Dollars - http://senseanddollars.thinkport.org/
COLLEGE SEARCH
College Scholarships, Colleges and Online Degrees - http://www.college-scholarships.com/index.html#collegestate
College Search - http://cnseacrh.collegenet.com/cgi-bin/CN/index
Yahoo Education - http://education.yahoo.com/college/essentials/;_ylt=AjDmHk_Hq0xffkCzpRqVNp3ak7MF
JOB SELECTION
Maryland Teen Work Permits - http://www.dllr.state.md.us/labor/empm.html
Detailed information on work permits and employment of minors from the Maryland Division of Labor and Industry.
SnagAJob.com - http://www.snagajob.com
Search for full-time and part-time hourly employment. Users can register and post resumes online. Good resource for teens looking for part-time or summer employment.
Indeed.com - http://www.indeed.com
One search. All jobs.
Monster.com - http://jobprofiles.monster.com
Career Folder - http://ww2.ikeepbookmarks.com/browse.asp?folder=1877499
Jobs & Careers - Enoch Pratt Free Library
http://www.prattlibrary.org/findanswers/subjects/index.aspx?subj=Jobs%20%26amp;%20Careers
Links to more websites about jobs and careers.
Great Books!
Dream Job Profiles: The Young and Successful Share Their Secrets by Donna Hayden Green
Includes profiles of individuals and how they were able to find their dream careers at a young age. Real life advice is offered by individuals in a wide variety of career areas, including a talent manager, mayor, comic strip creators, and much more.
Career Match: Connecting Who You Are with What You'll Love to Do by Shoya Zichy and Ann Bidou
A ten-minute self-assessment test helps identify your specific personality type. The book includes profiles of successful individuals with similar personality types, suggested career areas, and advice for successful job searching and work environment.
Your First Interview by Ron Fry
Students preparing for their first interview will find this guide to the interview process helpful. Interview preparation, making a favorable first impression, and how to answer tough questions are all covered comprehensively.
Your First Resume by Ron Fry
Creating your first resume can be intimidating, but with the helpful samples and forms included in this volume, students will be able to create one quickly. Sample resumes and cover letters are included, along with helpful advice for the job search.