The following is a small sampling of links that are accessed frequently in
the STW program. Helpful tips and techniques, laws and regulations (both
federal and state level) and resources are available to assist employees and
employers.
Wide range of health & safety topics. Everything you need to
know about being safe at work including laws and regulations
currently in place. Also includes a link for various resources
and publications to be used by individuals and employers.
U. S. Department of Labor - OSHA site
Child Labor Fact Sheets. Includes sections for Students,
Parents, Educators & Employers with information about child labor
laws, safety at work and prohibited occupations.
Youth Rules!
The place to explore careers related to your strengths, skills
and talents. You can click on one of the six clusters at the top
of the page or View All careers to see all occupations.
Career Zone
For hundreds of different types of jobs—such as teacher, lawyer,
and nurse—the Occupational Outlook Handbook will provide you with
information on: the training and education needed; earnings;
expected job prospects; what workers do on the job; working
conditions.
In addition, the Handbook gives you job search tips, links to
information about the job market in each State, and more.
Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-2009 Edition
Excellent site for developing a personal portfolio, creating a
resume, posting your resume, and job searches. Site is also
accessed by many companies who are seeking employees.
Monster.com
If you know of a site that has been helpful to you in your professional
endeavors, please send me an email with the web address. I will be happy to
check it out and post here for everyone to use.