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Databases
The following library database provides information about careers and industries, as well as helpful tips for job hunting, such as resumes and cover letters.
- Ferguson's Career Guidance Center This link opens in a new window
A comprehensive resource for career exploration and educational planning. Includes profession profiles, school finder, career assessment, career profile videos, as well as sample résumés and cover letters.
Tutorial This link opens in a new window | How to Cite This link opens in a new window - Peterson's Test & Career Prep This link opens in a new window
Combined resource to help users pursue higher education and employment. Career resources include résumé and cover letter builders, interview tips, and resources to help you find the right career. Test prep provides access to information on and practice tests for the GED, SAT, ACT, MCAT, PCAT, GRE, and more. Use the test prep resources to practice taking specialized tests for college, graduate school, the military or trade school. First-time users must register for a free account.
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Searching for Books
For more books about exploring careers, use the following subject headings in the library catalog. Books in the second floor Reference Collection are for in-library-use only. Books in the third floor Circulating Collection may be checked out.
General Titles
Use the listed call numbers to locate books. Unless otherwise noted, books will be on the third floor of the Library and may be borrowed. eBooks are online books. Click the title and log in to read the book online. Log in with your Office 365 account if prompted.
Am I Doing This Right? Foundations for a Successful Career and a Fulfilling Life by Call Number: eBook (click title)
Bound-for-Career Guidebook: A Student Guide to Career Exploration, Decision Making, and the Job Search by Call Number: eBook (click title)
The Career Arts: Making the Most of College, Credentials, and Connections by Call Number: LB1027.8 .W55 2024
Career Challenges: Straight Talk About Achieving Success in the Technology-Driven, Post-COVID World of Work by Call Number: HF5381 .B793 2022
The Career Code: Must-Know Rules for a Strategic, Stylish, and Self-Made Career by Call Number: HF5386.K328 2016 & eBook (click title)
Career Finder: Where to Go from Here for a Successful Future by Call Number: HF5381 .H287 2021 & eBook (click title)
Do What You Are: Discover the Perfect Career for You Through the Secrets of Personality Type by Call Number: BF698.9.O3 T54 2021
Graduate to a Great Career: How Smart Students, New Graduates and Young Professionals Can Launch Brand You by Call Number: HD6277.K367 2016
Launch Your Career: How Any Student Can Create Relationships with Professionals and Land the Jobs and Internships They Want by Call Number: HD6276.5 .O54 2021
The New Rules of Work: The Modern Playbook for Navigating Your Career by Call Number: HF5381.C398 2017.
The Prepared Graduate: Find Your Dream Job, Live the Life You Want, and Step Into Your Purpose by Call Number: HF5381 .A435 2022 & eBook (click title)
What Color Is Your Parachute? A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career-Changers by Call Number: HF5382.7.B64 2018
Your Personal Career Coach: Real-World Experiences for Early Career Success by Call Number: HF5381 .N64 2020 & eBook (click title)
Specialized Career Paths
The Artist's Compass: The Complete Guide to Building a Life and a Living in the Performing Arts by Call Number: PN1580.M55 2016
Becoming a Video Game Artist: From Portfolio Design to Landing the Job by Call Number: N7433.83.P42 2017
The Best Jobs in the Music Industry: Straight Talk From Successful Music Pros by Call Number: ML3795 .R414 2022
So You Want to Work in Sports: Advice and Insights from Respected Sports Industry Leaders by Call Number: GV734.3 .W42 2022
The Ultimate Freelancer's Guidebook: Learn How to: Land the Best Jobs, Build Your Brand, Be Your Own Boss by Call Number: HD8036.B53 2016
The World's Your Stage: How Performing Artists Can Make a Living While Still Doing What They LoveCall Number: PN1580 .B35 2015 & eBook (click title)
Career/Workplace Advice for Specific Groups
The Introvert's Complete Career Guide: From Landing a Job, to Surviving, Thriving, and Moving on Up by Call Number: HF5382.693 .F56 2019
Out of Uniform: Your Guide to a Successful Military-to-Civilian Career Transition by Call Number: UB357.W64 2018
Professionalism/Business Etiquette
Business Etiquette Made Easy: The Essential Guide to Professional Success by Call Number: HF5389 .M45 2020 & eBook (click title)
Corporate Survival Guide for Your Twenties: A Guide to Help You Navigate the Business World by Call Number: HF5381 .B725 2016
Excuse Me: The Survival Guide to Modern Business Etiquette by Call Number: HF5387 .T476 2017 & eBook (click title)
The Marvelous Millennial's Manual to Modern Manners: Professional Success and Happiness with the Help of Business Etiquette by Call Number: HF5389 .M376 2019 & eBook (click title)
Poised for Success: Mastering the Four Qualities That Distinguish Outstanding Professionals by Call Number: HF5389.W485 2011
The Simple Art of Business Etiquette: How to Rise to the Top by Playing Nice by Call Number: HF5389.S44 2015
