Resources for Job Searching

Additional websites for job searching and exploring careers: 

U.S. Department of Labor O*Net Occupational Information Network provides occupational information for the Nation.  The database is a flexible, skills-based system that describes job requirements and worker attributes.  Team O*Net designed a set of self-directed career exploration and assessment tools to help you consider career options, prepare for work, and make career transitions. They include an Interest Profiler, a Work Importance Profiler, and an Ability Profiler.  They will allow users to relate their interests, work values, and abilities to specific occupations.

U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook.  A nationally recognized source of career information, this site provides valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives.  The U.S. Department of Labor updates this Web site regularly and is packed with helpful info on skills, pay, working conditions, training and education, projected growth, related jobs, and much more.  You have three ways to find career information on this site:  1) search by specific occupation; 2) search multiple occupations using cluster buttons; 3) search alphabetical listings.

NaceLink.  As a member institution of the National Association of Colleges and Employers, students and alums of Chestnut Hill College can access over 1,000 jobs per month on this site.  Register as a first time user and create your profile by going here.  When returning to NaceLink, you will again need to enter through this Web site.

Opportunity Knocks.  View career opportunities in the non-profit sector by city, state, organization, or position type.

Idealist.org, a division of Action Without Borders, is the most comprehensive directory of non-profit and volunteering resources on the Web.  This site links several hundred thousand nonprofit job seekers with information from over 40,000 organizations in 165 countries.

JobWeb.  JobWeb is an online resource for launching and advancing your career sponsored by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).

JobPostings.  America's Student Job Site... Pick up your FREE copy of Jobpostings Magazine at your Career Center.

PAREAP.  Target: Teachers seeking positions. This website allows prospective teachers, administrators or non-certified professionals to complete a single online application at no cost and send it to any or all participating school districts in Pennsylvania and across the nation.

MAASCUS (Mid-Atlantic Association for Employment in Education)
Target: Graduating teacher education majors as well as alumnae/alumni.  MAASCUS has changed its name to MAEE (Mid-Atlantic Association for Employment in Education).

Pennsylvania School Boards Association's website provides information and resources to support local school districts and provides links to national and other state associations.

Cultural Alliance Job Bank (Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance)
Target: Job seekers interested in culturally-related careers. This Web site offers employment opportunities in the arts and cultural communities. It offers job listings that include: Senior Level Positions, Development, Public Relations, Communications and Marketing, Education, Curatorial, Administration and Volunteer (Internship) opportunities.working together to improve and promote the advertising and communications industry.  

College Grad Job Hunter. The largest, open access job search site dedicated to college students and recent grads, providing immediate access to job postings, employer databases and information on resumes, cover letters, interviewing, offer negotiation and more!

JobCentral. The internet's first employer-owned job board and employment website.  The DirectEmployers Association provides more than 310,000 job listings with 25,000 employers nationwide.

Philly Ad Club – Chestnut Hill College is a member of this non-profit organization which is a community of influential advertising, marketing and media professionals working together to improve and promote the advertising and communications industry. 

Government Employment
The Federal Government needs new talent, new energy, and new creativity to do the work of the 21st century.

USAJobs provides worldwide job vacancy information updated each day from a database of more than 17,000 exciting public service job opportunities. Apply for Federal positions that can give you the chance to provide public service and make a difference in the lives of the American public.

Studentjobs is your one stop for information to find a job within the Federal Government. Whether you're in high school, college, or graduate school, you are eligible for a variety of special opportunities for students. Learn about co-ops, internships, summer employment, volunteer opportunities, and plenty of part-time jobs.

PA State Civil Service Commission provides an online application process, answers to questions about the civil service process, and contains a downloadable guide, "Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Employment Opportunities for College Graduates".

PhilaJobs.  Philadelphia's Personnel Department works in partnership with City departments, agencies, boards, and commissions to attract and maintain a competitive and diverse workforce.  Web site provides an overview of available jobs, job descriptions, and compensation information.

Resources Available in the Office of Career Development:  In our Career Library, you will find numerous resources to help select a career and potential employer, and how to represent yourself well in the job search.  Books and audiovisual materials may be borrowed by current students and alums, and topics include:  resume preparation, interview skills, job search strategies, career exploration, volunteerism, employers, and graduate school test preparation.

 MCAT, LSAT, GRE, GMAT study guides are available.