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Where Will the Jobs Be?
Where Will the Jobs Be? New occupational projections show a slower growth rate, but a wide range of anticipated openings.
Dec-21-2009
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Occupational Information Center
Here is your one-stop source for a wide variety of occupational information. Wages, employment projections, employment by industry, skill sets, educational requirements, and training providers are all accessible from one convenient location.
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Occupation Explorer
Unsure of how to bring your career goals into focus? The Occupation Explorer can help you to identify which occupations might be right for you, based on your preferences in such areas as wages, projected job growth, and educational requirements.

Skill Explorer
The Skill Explorer can help you identify which occupations best match your unique set of skills.


Helpful Links
America's Career Infonet
[acinet.org]
This site provides a comprehensive source of occupational and economic information to help you make informed career decisions.
Oregon Career Information System
[oregoncis.uoregon.edu]
Oregon Career Information System (CIS) is a comprehensive resource to help Oregonians of all ages become aware of work and educational options, connect education and work, and make successful career decisions and transitions throughout their lifetime.
Career Voyages
[careervoyages.gov]
This national site features detailed information about the fastest growing industries and occupations, the skills and education required to prepare for them, job openings by area, wages, licensing requirements, and growth rates for numerous occupations.
MyChildsFuture
[mychildsfuture.org]
Looking for career information and guidance for children? This site is an in-depth resource for parents of elementary through college-age students.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
[bls.gov]
The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a source of national occupational information that contains job descriptions, employment prospects, wages, and other valuable information.
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Career Pathway
Career Pathways
Everyone follows their own road in life. Learn how following a career path can lead you to your career goal.
Dec-15-2009
Moving Along Career Pathways, Community Colleges Students Find Success
Read about two community college students who are finding job success through career pathways.
Dec-15-2009
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Dec-15-2009
Arts, Information, and Communications
Dec-15-2009
Business and Management
Dec-15-2009
Health Services
Dec-15-2009
Human Resources
Dec-15-2009
Industrial and Engineering Systems
Dec-15-2009
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AmeriCorps: Getting Things Done in America
Often referred to as a "domestic Peace Corps," AmeriCorps allows people of all ages and backgrounds to earn help paying for education in exchange for a year of service.
Dec-15-2009
Career Help for People With Disabilities
If you or someone you know has a disability, the answers to these common questions may be helpful to you.
Dec-15-2009
Give a Little, Get a LOT
Don't think one person can make a difference? Think again.
Dec-15-2009
Military Service
The Armed Forces constitute America's largest employer.
Dec-15-2009
Networking in the 21st Century
Learn why the phrase "it's who you know" can be very important.
Dec-15-2009
Peace Corps: Helping Others Around the World
Peace Corps is an international organization that allows volunteers to help overseas communities while gaining valuable career- and life-related experiences.
Dec-15-2009
Steps to a Successful Job Search
Planning is key finding the right career for you. Follow these steps to success.
Dec-19-2009
What is Job Corps?
Job Corps is the nation's largest and most comprehensive residential education and training program for low-income youth, aged 16-24.
Dec-15-2009
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Oregon Careers 2010
This publication is aimed at the career planning needs of students. It contains information about how to select and prepare for a career.
Dec-04-2009
CAREERS 2010 Activities Guide
Looking for something to help students explore CAREERS 2010? The guide contains several short activities to use in the classroom.
Dec-08-2009
Carreras en Oregon 2010
Esta publicación se dirige a las necesidades de planificación de carrera de estudiantes. Contiene la información sobre cómo seleccionar y prepararse para una carrera. Carrera de estudiantes. Contiene la información sobre cómo seleccionar y prepararse para una carrera.
Jan-26-2010
Carreras en Oregon 2010 Guía de Actividades
Busca algo que puede ayudar a los estudiantes a explorar la publicación Carreras en Oregon 2010? La guía contiene varias actividades abreviadas para usar en la clase.
Feb-02-2010
Employment Projections by Industry and Occupation, 2008-2018
Whether you are looking for the largest industries, the occupations with the most job openings, or the fastest-growing occupations, you will find the information here.
Jan-11-2010
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Want to help fourth to sixth graders become aware of the variety of careers in the work place? Career Aware I and Career Aware II provide activities to use in the classroom or at home.
Career Aware I
Jun-12-2007
Career Aware II
Jun-12-2007
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Take an in-depth look at a potential career.
Loan Officers Buckle in for a Bumpy Ride
How has the downturn affected the daily work of a loan officer?
Dec-21-2009
Food Science Essential to Dairy Product Manufacturing Success
Making cheese takes a lot of work, and food scientists ensure the product's quality from farm to table.
Dec-17-2009
Winemaking – A Blend of Passion and Science Brings Economic Fruition
Winemakers blend passion and science to make Oregon wine - both are prerequisites for the job.
Nov-16-2009
Explore Science, Help Others, and Earn a Good Wage
Explore Science, Help Others, and Earn a Good Wage Scientific research and development encompasses a wide variety of research activities, and leads to innovations that keep the economy growing.
Oct-22-2009
Making a Career of Optimizing Mental Health
Making a Career of Optimizing Mental Health Counseling is a great career for those who like to help people, but the wages are low for a highly educated field.
Sep-21-2009
Engineering Brains Behind Our Mechanical Brawn
What do Transformers and brail printers have in common? Mechanical engineers.
Jun-23-2009
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