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Engineering and Skilled Trade Careers
| Engineering Central - Jobs and resume help for engineers: mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, industrial, etc. IEEE - a leading professional association for the advancement of technology. TenLinks - Top 10 engineering job sites. ASEE- American Society for Engineering Education. Great transfer information. ResumeLogic - Resume samples and services for engineers. Engineering Terminology- Keywords for resumes. Internet Engineering Center- Job search for engineers. ASME- American Society for Mechanical Engineers. Excellent career information. ASCE- American Society for Civil Engineers. Great career information. AEJob.com - Job for "design professionals" including architectural, construction and engineering careers. ASNE- American Society of Naval Engineers: Professional organization for those who design and build ships. Core77 Industrial Design Supersite - Career information, links to training, internships and jobs Industrial Designers Society of America - Career information, education and employment SPIE Works - Employment site for optics, photonics and imaging professionals. American Public Works Assn - an organizaton dedicated to providing high quality construction and engineering projects for governments. Managing Automation - a site for those involved in technological problem solving in manufacturing. AFE - Professional association for Facilities Engineers and others who manage maintenance departments. Useful career information. DeviceLink - information source for the medical device industry. TMS Online- A site for scientists and engineers involved with mineral, metals and materials. ISEE - International Association of Explosives Engineers. Great career information. ArchCareers- A comprehensive step-by-step site for anyone interested in a career as an Architect. Apprenticeship - Information about these "hands-on" training programs. |
Construction Management Degree - Explains the various degrees available, and lists accredited schools. Apprenticeship - Information about these "hands-on" training programs. Construction WebLinks - Annotated links to over 7000 sites in architecture, engineering and construction. Referwork Jobs- Listing for jobs in all facets of building and construction. Auto Staffing.com - Nation-wide board for jobs in automotive, tire, and truck retail industries, including technicians, management, repair experts, and more. MEP Jobs - Mechanical, HVAC electircal, plumbing jobs and more. CAD Talent - CAD jobs and career information. NECA - National Electrical Contractors Association. Useful career information. IBEW Website- International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union site with career and job information. AvJobs.com - Career and job information for the Aviation and Aerospace industry. Land Surveyor Reference Page - a collection of links for surveyors. Jobs in Logistics - Career and job information for Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Freight Forwarding, 3PL, Distribution, Purchasing & Manufacturing. Thingamajob - Staffing organizaton with entry- level jobs at Aerotek and other SoCal industries. Rail Jobs - Job postings for train and rail professionals. Telecom Careers- Career and job information for the telecommunications industry. energyAPI - American Petroleum Association representing all aspects of the oil and natural gas industry. ISA - Internation Association for Automation. Good career and job information for those in manufacturing. Point of Beginning - National publication for geomatics professionals: surveying, GIS mapping, photogammetry, etc. Elevator World.com - Career, job and industry news for the building transportation field. ASM International - information and professional networking for materials engineers, scientists, researchers, teachers, and students. Manufacturing.net - Job postings for train and rail professionals. |
Artistic and Creative Careers
| DMOZ Directory - Numerous links to entertainment, media, fashion, music, etc. Visual Arts Career Guide - Extensive links and information for artists ArtSchools.com - Art school and program directory Alliance of Artists Communities art camps, colonies, workshops, residencies, fellowships, studio space…..where to hang with artists! CommArts - News, competitions and jobs in the “communication arts” TalentZoo - Career information, news and jobs for advertising, marketing and public relations CGTalk.com - Articles, events and discussion groups for computer graphics professional Entertainment Careers.net - News, resources, jobs and internships in studios, networks, production companies, record companies, radio stations, VFX, and animation Media-Match- Jobs in the TV/Film industry + a long list of job titles and descriptions The Actor Site - Career advice, casting, discussions and more for L.A. actors Professional Photographers of America - Business information, training and resources for professional photographers SunOasis - Resources and Southern California jobs for writers, editors, copywriters, copy editors American Society of Journalists and Authors - Information for freelance writers about rates, contracts, trends, etc. Fashion Career Center - Links to international training programs, jobs and resources ColorBars - a professional and social network established to support people of color working in media, entertainment and communication.. Free networking events, panel discussions, informational lectures, and mentoring programs. Los Angeles County ArtsCommission- paid summer internships at various agencies. |
Center for Cultural Innovation- Helps self-employed artists, small arts businesses and the nonprofit arts sector start, manage and grow their own businesses Self-Employment in the Arts - Conferences, resources, information about building a portfolio and more Arts Management Degree- Master's degree programs at Claremont Graduate University American Association of Museums - Jobs and resources for the museum community Core77 Industrial Design Supersite - Career information, links to training, internships and jobs Industrial Designers Society of America - Career information, education and employment American Society of Interior Designers - News, discussion groups, links and jobs Voice of Dance - Auditions, jobs, news, studios, companies - an extensive resources for dancers Southern CA Dance Directory - An extensive list of dance companies and services for dancers in the greater Los Angeles area. Musical Online.com - Information, news and extensive links for classical music and beyond Music Resource on the Net - Music information, graphics, newsgroups, organizations, publications and more Music Jobs USA - Connects musicians with "gigs". Post a performance clip or participate in a discussion forum Study Music In Europe - Information about conservatoires, music academies and universities FutureOfMusic.org - Discusses issues of interest to musicians BookJobs - Good information about careers in book publishing. Museum Employment Resource Center - jobs, courses & information related to the museum, heritage management, and cultural resource communities |
Green Careers
| Project Nature Connect - Jobs, courses and degree programs with a nature focus. Earth Science World - Investigate careers in geoscience, job opportunities, and degree programs. North American Assn. for Environmental Education - 5800 links, 300 categories. Professional development, lesson plans, events, jobs, classroom activities, etc. The Student Conservation Association- a nationwide force of student volunteers who protect and restore America’s parks, forests, and other public lands. SustainLane: Green Jobs - Articles, jobs, discussions and blogs, an "ask the expert" column, and more. Job-Hunt.org - Jobs, professional associations, articles, tips, terminology and glossaries. Society for Environmental Journalists - News, journals, conferences, industry trends, and a mentor program! |
Jim Cassio - Marvelous resources including a free 76 page downloadable Green Career Resoure Guide. EarthWorks- This is primarily a jobs site, but it has a fantastic list of links. The Ecological Society of America - Career and job information, internships, training, certification; wonderful profiles & advice from professional ecologists. Green Jobs Journal- Job listings, articles and insight on environmental careers and the growing green economy. Download current and back issues. OceanCareers.com- Descriptions of 50+ ocean occupations, competencies needed, training institutions and 200+ links to professional associations. Green Design/Sustainable Architecture - Cal's comprehensive links to articles, journals, indexes, potential employers, etc. Green Careers Guide - The information here is rather skimpy, but there are many jobs posted, and plentiful lists of green job titles. |
Heathcare Careers
| AspiringDocs.org - Outstanding information for those considering a career in medicine. ExploreHealthCareers.org - Wonderful career exploration resources for a wide variety of health related occupations. Hospital.com - A useful information and news resource. Medical Career Information - An organized, easy to read collection of health career profiles. Orthotics & Prosthetics - Healthcare, engineering and art come together when artificial limbs & braces are designed and fitted. ChiroWeb - Nice information for future and current chiropractors. Dietician Central - Jobs, discussions, information, and referrals to local professionals. NHPCO- information on professional roles in hospice & pallative care, directory of hospices, link to jobs. Occupatinal Therapy Assn - FAQs, occupational information, career stories, education, chat, etc. Amercian College of Nurse-Midwives - excellent career information and more. Nursing School Degrees - Good information about nursing specialties and nursing education. What Is Public Health? Superb career information; interviews and career histories of real professionals. GoChiropracticSchool.com - Useful information about becoming a chiropractor. |
Nursing Job Source - Primarily a job site, with some career information and tips. Environmental Health and Toxicology - A rich list of links from the U.S Dept. of Health & Human Services. Lifeworks - Outstanding information on 100+ health/health science occupations, a "Career Finder" and much more! AAMC - The American Association of Medical Colleges presents information about "med schools". Journey To Success - Career pathways for biomedical scientists in pathology and laboratory medicine. American Dental Assn. - Includes useful career information. AgeWork.com - Career with the elderly, jobs, education, news and more. ExploringCareersInAging - Excellent informtion on 101+ careers, training, articles, etc. Massage Therapy Assn.- Career information, newletters, schools, jobs, laws and regulations, events and more. RehabTime - Blogs and articles on physical, occupational & speech therapy. Dentistry2000 - A clearinghouse of information on training, journals, professional resources, etc. ProspectivePA - Terrific information for future physician assistants. How to Become a Physical Therapist - a clear, informative reference with many training programs. Heath Career Center - Comprehensive information about numerous careers in healthcare. |
Internships / Volunteer
An internship is a terrific way to get hands on experience (you can put it on your resume), meet people in your field of interest (and begin networking). You may even gain course credit or earn a stipend.
| InternMatch.com - Searchable listings, tools and articles designed to get, and keep an internship. U.C. Berekely's Internship Guide - A 5 page presentation including "to do" lists, hot tips, how to develop your own internship and a sample internship resume. IntershipPrograms.com - Database of positions from WetFeet.com Best Bets for Internships Abroad - Great links for finding an internship Rising Star Internships - Articles, links, positions, post your resume Environmental Protection Agency - Opportunities in Washington DC, laboratories and regional EPA locations nationwide for students to gain vital career experience while contributing to the mission of protecting human health and safeguarding the environment Embassy and Diplomatic Scholars Program - Internships in foreign policy without leaving the U.S. from the Institute for Experiential Learning Science Undergraduate Laboratory Fellowships - Paid internships in U.S. Department of Energy facilities HACU National Internship Program - A wide range of opportunities from the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities Emma Bowen Foundation - This organizaton established an internship for PCC students interested in public relations in the music industry. |
Internships.com - Numerous internships & a powerful search engine. Tips, blogs, news in a fun format. The Intern Advocate - Excellent articles and blogs about internships and transitioning from student to worker. The Intern Source - Internship help from the Community College Foundation. Idealist: Action Without Borders - Jobs, internships & volunteer opportunities Student Conservation Association - environmental internships. Internships, Summer Jobs and Research Training Programs - A compilation of web resources. From Francisco Alberto Tomei Torres, Ph.D. The Partnership for Minority Advancement in the Biomolecular Sciences - A substantial list of opportunities grouped by region of the country Smithsonian Institution Center for Museum Studies - help this world class museum produce programs, exhibits, and research StudentJobs.gov (e-Scholar) - Internships and information about working for the federal government Los Angeles County ArtsCommission- paid summer internships at various agencies. Intern Abroad - Worldwide internships from Boston University. |
Diversity
| Workplace Diversity Jobs, news, professional associations and links to employers seeking to diversify their workforce. CHADD - Terrific information for people with Attention Deficit Disorder with or without Hyperactivity. Latinos in Higher Ed - Matches Latino students and graduates with internships and entry level positions. Latino Graduate.com - More jobs, notices about conferences, networking, and professional development opportunities. DiversityJobs.com - a job board plus career search engine designed to connect minority groups with diversity-friendly companies. IMDiversity- many "villages" with resources and information specific for each group, and useful information in the "global village" for everyone. Recommended! MinorityJobs.net - most of the jobs are in IT, but the news and information on civil rights, including immigration, education, government, and historical information is quite useful. |
Job Accommodation Network Free resources & consultation for employers & workers with disabilities. Suggests common accommodations for a variety of conditions ColorBars - a professional and social network established to support people of color working in media, entertainment and communication.. Free networking events, panel discussions, informational lectures, and mentoring programs. DiversityCareers in Engineering & IT - Articles, events, jobs, a magazine and more, DiversityInc - Articles, news, advice, diversity friendly employers and more. DiversityWorking.com - a very large job site with a vast amount of information on every page. Minority Professional Network - nice site with career, business, and lifestyle information. Also coordinates networking opportunities on and offline. The Multicultural Advantage - "The Empowerment Community for People of Color." Career advice, employment resources, jobs. A nice site! |
Veteran To Civilian
| Half of Us - Excellent resources and support for making the transition from the miliary to the college enviornment. The GI Bill Website - Learn about and apply for benefits, find schools and colleges, watch "success stories", submit questions, etc. GI Bill Page - Information and numerous links to assist in obtaining GI Bill benefits from Military.com Comp/TIA Educational Foundation -Provides funding and creates programs to train veterans (and others) the emerging skills and latest technologies employers consider necessary to work in the Information Technology industry. Military Hub - A comprehensive site with financial, lifestyle and career related information. Vets/Job Corps Training -an all expense paid one year residential demonstration project for veterans aged 20 - 24. Offering intensive training in more than 100 career areas including green jobs, advanced manufacturing, automotive and machine repair, and construction . Veterans In Piping -a program from the United Association of Plumbers, Pipefitters and Sprinklerfitters (UA) to provide accelerated training for veterans who want to become plumbers and pipefitters. |
GI Jobs - Military friendly employers and jobs, career, resume and wardrobe tips. USERRA - Information about the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act designed to protect civilian jobs and benefits you left to perform military service. Reserve Officers Association Career Center - Resume posting, career advice, military skill code translator, relocation assistance, company profile pages, newsletters and more. Environmental Solutions Association - This is a GI Bill approved training program in the growing field of Indoor Air Quality inspection, testing, and remediation for veterans and their family members. The Veteran's Job Search - Excellent and extensive information about reentering the workforce after a military career. Troops To Teachers - program from the US Department of Education and the US Department of Defense to help veterans transition into positions in the field of education. Veterans Services Office- Resource Center and Club on campus. Check it out! |
International Career Resources
| Interested in working in another country? Resources for International Students |
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U. of Michigan, Work Abroad Overview and Resources - Nice overview, FAQs, advice and links. |
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Government site provides information and services. |
