CES Career Resource Library

Wondering about careers or how to find a job,
but not sure where to start?  An easy way to get ideas
or to figure out your next step is to drop by the CES
Career Resource Library in Howarth 101 and glance around!
Browse our collection of books, periodicals, directories
and handouts about career exploration, preparing for a
job search, and professional development.
--Have a seat in a comfy chair to review your selections,
or borrow them and take them home for a week.



Rather peruse titles from home? You can search the
Career Resource Library database online. Search by Title,
Author, Category, or Keyword. Try a Keyword search using:  
--Your course of study (art, biology, english, etc.)
--Industries or fields that interest you
  (publishing, environment, international, entrepreneur, etc.)
--Major U.S. cities where you might like to live
  (Denver, Chicago, Portland, Los Angeles, New York, etc.)
--Skills you'd like to learn more about 
  (resumes, interviewing, networking, negotiating, etc.)

Here are a few of our most popular resources:

Book of Lists Directories
Looking for certain types of organizations in a particular city? 
The Book of Lists series provides essential information on the leading employers, industries, professions, governmental units, and non-profit organizations in many of the U.S.'s most dynamic markets. Find out the top 100 organizations in categories such as: Fastest-growing Private Companies; Minority-owned Businesses; Great Places to Work, and more.
Link to Book of Lists database search results.

What Can I Do With a Major in...  Book Series
Not sure what career options are available within your major?
Learn to match your skills and interests with employment opportunities. Target your ideal career, and present your major as a major asset! The range of options may surprise you.
Link to Career Choices By (any) Major database search results.

National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
Job Choices Magazines - Pick up your free copy in CES!
Job Choices features career planning and job-search information, and includes articles on the job market, resume writing, networking, interviewing, and marketing a liberal arts degree. Find position announcements, employer web sites, and more.


Did you find resources that met your needs? Are there other resources you'd like to see? Send us a message and let us know!