Resources

Career Guidance & Assistance

  • O*NET Online - An extensive directory of occupational titles, complete with in-depth profiles for each. Explore new careers and find out about job duties and skills required.
  • My Next Move - Quick, accurate information on a wide variety of careers. A quick and easy way to search and compare.
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook - Published by US Dept. of Labor - Career profiles for hundreds of occupations which cover topics "What They Do," "Work Environment," "How to Become One," "Pay," and more. Each profile also includes Bureau of Labor Statistics employment projections for the 2010–2020 decade.
  • My Skills My Future - Explore new careers requiring similar skills to your old career.
  • NC Commerce Labor & Economic Analysis - Access Labor Market Information and job growth projections specific to North Carolina.
  • Glassdoor.com - Research the "inside" view of companies before you apply and interview.
  • CareerOneStop - Explore careers, find advice on job search, interviewing, resumes, education & training, and locate resources near you.
  • College Foundation of North Carolina - Learn about education required for various career areas and identify schools offering appropriate training.

 

Career Preparation Software

  • Goodwill LearnFree Online Computer Skills Training - Whether you are new to the computer, returning for review, or just want to gain more 21st century skills, these free computer tutorials can help. From Computer Basics to Microsoft Office to Apple, Goodwill Community Foundation has provided a wide range of free computer tutorials to choose from.

 

Free Web-Based Email Services*

*NCWorks Career Center Madison has no affiliation with any web-based email service provider, nor do we endorse the use of any particular service over any other, but we have provided links to some popular services for the convenience of our customers.

 

Reliable Internet Search Engines**

**NCWorks Career Center Madison has no affiliation with any search engine provider, nor do we endorse the use of any particular service over any other, but we have provided links to some popular services for the convenience of our customers.

 

Professional Social Networking Resources***

***NCWorks Career Center Madison has no affiliation with any social networking provider, nor do we endorse the use of any particular service over any other, but we have provided links to some popular services for the convenience of our customers.

 

Education, Training & Financial Aid

 

Veterans

 

Disability Issues in the Workplace