Researching Occupations
If you are exploring potential careers, find information through
an online career planning tool. Access hundreds of occupational profiles including job descriptions, working conditions, education and training, earnings and job outlook. Hamilton Public Library card required to access.
Visit the Hamilton Public Library Job Discovery Centres locations to borrow books, look at online resources and reference directories to help you research any occupation!
Other Helpful Weblinks
- a number of sector councils provide programs and tools to explore the career possibilities in Canada ’s varied sectors.
- current and future job prospects listed by job title.
National Occupational Classification (NOC)
- descriptions of job duties, skills and educational requirements for occupations in Canada.
Occupational Descriptions - Employment Ontario
- descriptions from a variety of Canadian and American sources as well as some International sources.
Great jobs for ... majors (Series)
Books that answer the question: "What can I do with a major in...?" Each book in this series helps students discover new possibilities.
Green jobs: a guide to eco-friendly employment
"This one-of-a-kind handbook shows readers how to: identify the greenest jobs in every industry; break into the fastest growing eco-friendly fields; go for extra training if needed; and, start their own eco-friendly businesses."
McGraw-Hill Careers For You Series
Turn your passion into paychecks! Discover a range of awesome careers. Meet others suceeding in your ideal field. Find the job that's right for you.
Passion for Fashion: careers in style
A practical career guide details the ins and outs of fashion production, capturing the inspiration and passion of the entire fashion industry, from designer, model and photographer, to stylist and colour specialist.
