Research is very important in any job search. But it is most critical in a tight job market, especially if you are in a field where workers are being laid off. Now that's the bad news. The GOOD NEWS is that no matter how tight the market is, there are always job openings and people being hired! So make yourself the person that gets hired!

There are literally thousands of ways to research and find the right opening for you. The Internet alone can overwhelm you with the vast amount of information. Another excellent way of finding information is by actually visiting some of the work environments you find interesting. While there, find out more about the kind of employees they are seeking. Visit small companies and non-profit organizations. You will be surprised at the opportunities they offer.

Ever consider owning your own business? Now is the time to research those possibilities as well.

How EUREKA can help... We are a comprehensive library of career and occupational information. As a EUREKA member, you will be able to use one or all of our self-assessment strategies to assist you in identifying careers or jobs of interest. Then, you can review detailed descriptions of each occupation that interest you. You will learn about duties, personality traits, skills, as well as salary, and education requirements. We provide information on 20 different career information topics, including links to other sources of information.

If you are interested in researching training or education programs, we offer information on all major colleges and universities in the United States, as well as information on international schools. If you are interested in California specific information, we offer even more detailed information.

Coming soon.

A comprehensive Job Search Guide will be available this fall.