OHS Library Online Career Collection


Choices on the high school network at OHS for interest inventories, career information, detailed information about 2 & 4 year colleges, technical schools and military options.  A large collection of references, books and videos in our Career Collection now located in the Guidance Office conference room are available for your use, too.



 

Information about Careers

Career Zone Great NYS site with up-to-date info.
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Career Website Pick your favorite subject and this site suggests careers.
JobSmart Scroll down to access the categories.
America's Career InfoNet Select "Occupation Information" --upper left corner of screen.

Occupational Outlook Handbook

Select either the index or a keyword search.
Pathways to Technology Information about technology fields and jobs.
Math Careers Details about careers involving mathematics.
Health Careers Details about careers in the health field.
Careers in Ecology Details on variety of careers related to ecology.
Career Journal Business careers, salaries and advice.
Career Experiences Experienced workers share information and advice about their specific jobs.
College Board Career Search Scroll down to find the list of career clusters.
Office of Apprenticeship Training -- U.S. Dept. of Labor Eligibility and requirements for an apprenticeship. Info on finding a program.
IPL Career Collection

Internet Public Library collection is set up by work area. Information is provided by a practicioner in the field in an interview format.

Selecting a College

"Tips For Finding Your College Match" Great article outlines how to go about selecting a college that will be a good match for you.
College and University Home Pages Search alphabetically to find the college's web page address.
Colleges and Scholarships 2003 Colleges, college scholarships and financial aid page. Lot of links to other resources.
College Guides & Scholarship Info Links to schools and other college selection resources.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Financial Aid Calculator Estimates how much colleges will expect you to pay.
FastWeb Once you register, you will be sent notices about scholarships that match your profile.
College Scholarships & Financial Aid Links for scholarships, loans, grants, etc. Link to FAFSA form.