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Business and Management

Handbooks

Occupational Outlook Handbook
"The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a nationally recognized source of career information, designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives. Revised every two years, the Handbook describes what workers do on the job, working conditions, the training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects in a wide range of occupations."

O*Net Online

O*Net Online
Sponsored by the U.S. Dept. of Labor, O*Net is a searchable database by occupation. Among the various types of information, it includes an overview of needed skills, typical software used, and credentials required by your state for each job.

USAJOBS

USAJOBS
This is the official database for available federal jobs, and is sponsored and maintained by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.

Career OneStop

Career OneStop
This database provides directory information for training and job opportunities. It is a rich resource for advice; sample topics include resume writing and preparing for an interview.

Metro State's Career Center

Metro State's Career Center
Located on our St. Paul campus, the Metro State Career Center provides individual appointments to discuss career questions, job searching, and internships.

Association of Minnesota Counties

Minnesota Counties HRM Association
This site provides local reference materials for County HR departments, as well as open jobs, and events for its members.