Job and Career Education Center Staff Picks

If you're a student who likes the idea of getting paid for going abroad this summer, this book is for you. The latest edition of Summer Jobs Worldwide lists over 50, 000 exciting job opportunities-including agricultural work, teaching English, and positions in the tourism industry-in countries all over the world. In the introduction, Susan Griffith explains how spending your summer holiday working abroad can help you enhance your CV while making some extra cash, allowing you to travel to places you might otherwise be unable to afford. Working rather than vacationing abroad allows you to experience new places, cultures, people and language in a more authentic way.

You don’t have to start over just because you want to leave your job. Dr. Shatkin explains how you can do this by looking at your career as a sequel movie. The reason sequel movies succeed is because movie goers know what to expect and the same goes for someone leaving their career and choosing a sequel career. This book will give you sequel careers for the career you are currently in.

Do you ever dream of moving abroad? David Hampshire's book details everything you need to know about finding a job and making a home in Switzerland. He adresses the big things - such as work permits, health insurance, and renting accomodations - as well the questions of every day living. Post Office business hours? Road rules? Mountain railways? It's all covered. Full of interesting facts, practical information, and more than little humor, this comprehensive guide is a must-read for anyone contemplating life and work in Switzerland.

Western Pennsylvania has become a popular area for film production in recent years . This book provides details on more than 80 industry jobs -- from Wrangler to Negative Cutter to Dialect Coach. It also includes several appendixes with information on state-specific resources, unions, internships and more.

Today's job seeker must be Internet-savvy. This book covers all aspects of online employment searching -- from career assessments to wikis to the email resume. The authors share best-practices, offer tips on how to navigate the information and include comprehensive resource lists for each topic.

Professional career consultant Arnold Boldt covers all the basics of effective resume writing - from essential content and design elements to using keywords and preparing an electronic resume. He also includes a series of chapters geared toward non-traditional job applicants, offering specific advice on how to overcome challenges and win over potential employers. Whether you're a parent returning to work, a career changer, or manager without college degree, this book will help you prepare to take the next step on your career path.

This book highlights the 300 best-paying, fastest-growing jobs -- no bachelor's degree required! Using data compiled from the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Information Network (O*NET) database, the authors provide detailed summaries for each job including education/training requirements, skills needed, and average wages. Also helpful for those exploring their career options are the 60 different "Best Jobs" lists.

Everyone can learn something from this definitive guide to business decorum. Bowman covers all the basics of professional and social interactions, including networking, dining skills, presentations, and e-mail. With detailed, targeted advice, comprehensive Q & A sections, and "How To Recover If..." scenarios, this book a must-read.

With 400 examples covering every major industry, this book is a great resource for those looking to create or revise a resume. The authors include samples for jobseekers of all levels, from new graduates to executives. Also helpful is the section on effective resumes for difficult situations including lack of experience, gaps in work history, and frequent job changes.

Wall Street Journal career columnist Alexandra Levit interviewed dozens of successful career changers, sharing their experiences and insights with readers. Each of the seven chapters -- titled after the primary motivations for career change -- include a self-reflection, exercises and a resource list. Full of practical advice, engaging stories and encouragement, this book is a must-read for anyone considering a career change.

Are you considering a career change? With sections on "Fun ways to Make Money" and "Dirty and Ugly Jobs" this well-researched book is as entertaining as it is informative. The author profiles dozens of unique and lucrative jobs, and ends each chapter with practical advice on how to get started.

This easy-to-read and concise guide to interviewing covers it all. In addition to detailed questions and answers on topic areas such as skills, achievements, and career goals, each chapter includes a list keywords and phrases that interviewees should be prepared to work into the conversation. Also helpful are the industry-specific "buzz words" and a chapter devoted to the best questions to ask during your interview.

If you are looking for a great guide to finding work you love, then this book is for you. Career at the Crossroads features heavy emphasis on personal marketing and provides thoughtful exercises and assignments to get you thinking about your work experience and how it translates into finding a new career. With plenty of interest profilers, sample resumes, interview tips, and much more, this book will be especially valuable to any career changer wanting to prepare for reentry into today's job market.

With over twenty years of experience as a career counselor, Robin Ryan offers wise and relevant advice for the over-40 job seeker. She also surveyed hundreds of hiring managers across the country, who offered their insights on hiring someone over 40. According to Ryan, one of the most important skills a job seeker should develop is the ability to self-market. She outlines how to craft a "60 Second Sell" and provides tips on how to update your professional appearance. Ryan also emphasizes must-have computer and Internet proficiencies and suggests that readers look for "hidden jobs" through networks and social media. One standout of the book is the substantial and detailed chapters on resumes, cover letters and interviewing. These include real-life examples and advice from actual employers. Closing with an encouraging chapter on staying positive and focused through goal-setting, this book is essential reading for job seekers of any age.

Featured in Levinson's latest edition are the latest strategies for job-hunting in a world turned digital. Expand your job search by learning step-by-step instructions on how to adopt social media and social networking tools. Guerrilla Marketing for Job Hunters will teach you how to build an effective network and make the most out of social networking sites.

Highlighting the best sites for information on careers and employment, this book is a great resource for those new to job seeking on the internet. Readers can learn how to create an electronic resume, and complete job applications and network online. Also included are many resources to help you plan and fund your education, become self-employed, or start a small business.

Many employers today are using competency-based interviews to assess job candidates. These types of interviews require applicants to answer targeted, skill-specific questions and provide concrete examples. Preparation is essential, and this book can help. The author provides sample questions and answers in the five main competency areas - individual responsibility, managerial/leadership skills, personal motivation, analytical skills and people skills - with detailed information on each one. She also includes fill-in-the-blank exercises, common interviewing mistakes, and tips for standing out in a crowd of applicants.

Business and communications consultant Donna Flagg gives readers the tools to handle uncomfortable office conversations with confidence. Surviving Dreaded Conversations: Talk Through Any Difficult Situation at Work offers concise, effective scripts to use with coworkers, clients, and supervisors in a variety of professional situations. The exercises included in each chapter are especially helpful. Humorous and insightful with great real-life accounts, this book provides a nice mix of practical advice and encouragement.

Career experts often advise jobseekers to create a strong profile on LinkedIn. This will not only help you network with, and market yourself towards, other LinkedIn users; it can also improve Google search results for your name. But for many jobseekers, getting started can be frustrating. Alba walks you through the setup process, then discusses strategies for using your account.

This guide covers the entire job searching process with a holistic, integrated approach. From writing a resume and networking, through interviewing, to dealing with rejection and negotiating offers, learn strategies that can turn a potentially problematic time in your career into an opportunity for growth.

McKay is a former manager and librarian at her public library's Job and Education Information Center. This book explores the entire interview process, from preparation to follow-up. It offers specific advice for every possible complication, from general anxiety to interviewing over a meal. There are also more than 300 sample questions, with examples of strong and weak answers.