Career Information Resources

There are 1000's of internet sites devoted to career and occupational information. The "staff favorites" are listed below, because we know they contain good information and are easy for most users to navigate.  If you would like help finding information, please visit the Career Center in Building 19, Room 266.

Oregon Employment Department
This  website has a mulititude of career exploration tools. It provides economic information to employers, job seekers, students, policy makers, analysts and others. You can find data on occupations, wages, outlook, employers, etc. according to specific state regions, i.e. Lane County.

Oregon Career Information System (CIS)
The Lane username and password are available by contacting the Career Center.This comprehensive program contains descriptions, outlook, wages, required skills and training, etc. for over 600 occupations that are common in Oregon. Use the "Occupations" link to access this information. CIS also includes information on schools, programs of study, apprenticeship programs, and scholarships.

The first time you login to CIS, go to "Create My Career Planning Portfolio" (link in upper right), which allows you to designate your personal username and password to be used in future logins. You'll then be able to save CIS information in your portfolio, like occupational information, results of school and financial aid searches, assessment results, etc.

O*Net
This site has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers; workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more.  It is an interactive application for exploring and searching occupations.

Career Pathways
A Career Pathway is a series of connected education and training programs and student support services that enable individuals to secure a job or advance in a demand industry or occupation. Career Pathways focus on easing and facilitating student transition from high school to community college; from pre-college courses to credit post secondary programs; and from community college to university or employment.

Career One Stop
This extensive site contains national and state-by-state information on wages, employment trends, occupational requirements, and employer contacts, as well as a comprehensive career resource library. Find career, training, and job search resources for your specific needs.

Occupational Outlook Handbook
A national resource which is revised every two years, the handbook (available in print or online) 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.