Resources

Websites

The Career Search Tool can help you find information about the skills, education, and colleges that offer related majors to your research topic. It also provides a list of similar fields or professions.

This website provides up to date information on the workplace environment, salaries, and expected job growth.

Provides quick, easy to understand information about careers common in California. Includes salaries, skills, education, and related careers.

Databases & Encyclopedias

Provides links to articles on current issues, trends, and information in a variety of careers. Some careers even have interviews with professionals describing their work. You can search or browse through a list of careers.

This database would be best to use after you have selected a career and are looking for detailed information. You must search this database for the career you are studying.

This online encyclopedia can provide you with information about the history of the career you are researching. It also includes links to reliable websites and articles on famous professionals. The reading level on many articles is adjustable.


Provides descriptions and information on initial career prospects after earning a degree. Also hosts job postings, so you can see actual salary figures.