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Explore careers and the world of work...
Steps to the Best Career for You!
How do you find the right career for you? Step–by–step...
STEP 1 -
Self-Assessment
What are your interests - what you like and don't like? What are your skills?
STEP 2 - Time for a
California Reality Check
How much money do you need to make to maintain your lifestyle? Can you afford the new Mustang or need to get a used car?
STEP 3 - Explore your Career Options
California Occupational Guides
- Now with Local Information
- Job description and requirements, job outlook, benefits and wages, licensing, education, training, links to possible employers, how to find a job, and links to additional resources.
Keyword Search
Topic Search
:
Top paying jobs
Jobs with the most openings
Fastest-growing occupations
What jobs match your interests?
Jobs by training/education needed
STEP 4 -
Get Ready for the Job
Now that you know your career goal what do you need to get the job? Do you need
Training or an Apprenticeship
?
License
? Résumé Tips?
STEP 5 - Find the Job
See the Job Search Tools on the right.
Salaries and Benefits
Before you ask for a raise or negotiate with a new employer on your salary, learn about wages paid in your area...
Find what employers are paying for your job in your area:
Occupation Profile
See wages for
All Occupations in your Area
(Excel files)
Trends in Wages:
Are your raises linked to the Consumer Price Index? See the
Local Area Profile
for the CPI applicable for your area.
The
National Compensation Survey
has wages and benefits for the nation, states, and metro areas.
As of January 1, 2008, the
minimum wage
in California is $8.00 per hour.
An Education is Important
California's High Demand/High Paying Occupations in 2010
The top 20 occupations in 2010 with the most job openings and annual wages greater than $50,000.
Education Pays
Everyone tells you to stay in school. But did you know – your education makes a difference on how much money you can make?
What can I do with my liberal arts degree?
Your liberal arts training is solid career preparation. Find out how your degree helps make you marketable.
College at work: Outlook and earnings for college graduates, 2000-10
What awaits graduates? Will the workplace pay?
Other Online Career Resources
California CareerZone
Career One Stop
(National career information)
Career Voyages
(National)
Occupational Outlook Handbook
(National)
O*NET
– Occupational Information Network (National)
STEPS - School To Employment Pathways System
(California Postsecondary Education Commission)
Tools for Career Exploration
WorkSmart
Between Employees and Employers
When do I get paid
overtime
?
When am I entitled to
holiday pay
or
sick leave and vacation
?
What is an
Independent Contractor
?
File a
Wage Complaint
with the
Dept of Industrial Relations
Other
Frequently Asked Questions about Employer – Employee Rights
– Dept of Industrial Relations
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FAQ and Tips - Unemployed Workers
Job Dislocation 101:
Smart Tips to Plan Ahead and Manage the Financial Impact
Frequently Asked Questions and Helpful Tips for
Filing for Unemployment Insurance Benefits in California
Destitución del Empleo (Conocimientos Básicos):
Consejos Acertados para Planificar con Anticipación y Manejar el Impacto Financiero
Preguntas Frecuentes y Consejos Útiles para
Presentar su Solicitud de Beneficios del Seguro de Desempleo en California
Career Trends in the News
"
Can You Turn Your Tweets Into a Real Career?
" - Randy Woods; NW Jobs; February 2, 2010
"
Local DVMs embrace new trends in veterinary medicine
" - Mary Beth Hislop; Los Altos Town Crier; February 2, 2010
"
One Ambivalent Economy + Many Cautious Employers = One Difficult Job Market
" - Knowledge@Wharton; February 3, 2010
"
Top 8 Higher Education Trends of the Decade
" - Dawn Papandrea; CollegeSurfing Insider; January 8, 2010
These links are provided as informational only. EDD is not responsible for the content. (updated on 2-9-2010)
Job Search Tools
Find Job Openings online with
CalJOBS
SM
or
JOBCentral
Find -
Job Fairs/Events
- bringing employers and job seekers together.
Find Local Job Assistance Offices -
America’s Service Locator
What industries employ this occupation? Look at the
Staffing Patterns by Industry
.
Find Employers
that may have job openings. Search by industry, occupation, geography or name.
What to Do
When You Have Been Laid Off
IMPORTANT NOTE:
California Unemployment Insurance claimants must go to
CalJOBS
SM
to create a resume that can be seen by employers.
Résumé Tools
Your résumé is an employer’s first impression of you! Make it the best with tips from:
WorkSmart
– tips for your application and résumé including cover letter samples.
Resumes & Letters
from
Monster.com
Résumé Guide
from
JobStar
IMPORTANT NOTE:
California Unemployment Insurance claimants must go to
CalJOBS
SM
to create a résumé that can be seen by employers.
For the Career Professional
Career Ladders Build Skilled Work Force
LMI Help for Workers in the Mortgage and Real Estate Industries
LMI Help for Dislocated Workers
EDD Services for Dislocated Workers
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