Introduction

The Internet Resources

• Occupational Outlook Handbook - This government website provides information on virtually any career in the United States. You may search for a specific career using the OOH Search/A-Z Index link in the upper right hand corner. If you are interested in a general career area such as construction, look at the links on the right hand side of the page.

• New York State Career Zone - Want to know what the average salary is for your career choice in New York State? This link provides career information including average salaries and how many people in New York have careers in that field.

• Ask An Expert - Have any questions about your career that you can't seem to find the answers to? Ask an expert at this website. Experts include Police Officer, 'Professor Construction', Plumber, Licensed Electrician, Paratrooper, Auto Appraisal and many more.

• New York State Professions License Requirements - Nursing, massage therapy and interior design are only a few of the professions that require licenses in New York State.

• Owning a Business - Read about starting your own business. Scroll to the bottom to view links to calculate start-up costs of your business.

Construction

• New York State Apprenticeship Program - Interested in becoming a carpenter, electrician or boilermaker? These apprenticeship programs provide opportunities to learn these skills on the job.

Military, Police Officers, Air Traffic Controllers

• Suffolk County Civil Service - For careers in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement and other Suffolk County job opportunities.

• Military Career Guide Online - Begin your search for a military career at this site.

• Air Traffic Controller - Job description of an air traffic controller including salary and education requirements.

Body Modification - Cosmetology & Tattooing

• New York State License Requirements for Cosmetology - An application for a license for cosmetology must be filed with the State of New York. This application lists the requirements for licensing.

• New York Cosmetology Licenses - Scroll down for listing of cosmetology schools in New York State.

• Facts on Tattoo Licensing - Gives basic information on becoming licensed in New York State.

Teachers, Novelists, Pharmacists, Veterinarians and Social Workers

• NYSED Office of Teaching - The New York State Education Department certifies teachers in all subjects.

• Pharmacy - What you should know about pharmacists and their services.

• Social Worker - New York state requirements for becoming a social worker.

• How To Be A Writer - Kelly Armstrong is a published author. This site will allow you to ask her specific questions about writing.

• Talk to the Vet - Everything you need to know about becoming a veterinarian - schooling, salary information, licenses and much more.

• Veterinarians - Occupational Outlook Handbook - This site discusses various types of veterinarians, including small animal specialties (cats, dogs, etc.), large animal specialties (horses, cattle) and government positions.

Resumes, Cover Letters & Thank You Letters

• Resume Writing FAQ - Some common questions about resumes and cover letters.

• Sample Resumes - There are two types of resumes on this website. The first is a functional resume that stresses your job skills and the second is a chronological resume that lists your job experiences from most recent to least recent.

• Sample Resume - Sample resume for High School graduate.

• Sample Cover Letter

• How to Write a Good Cover Letter - Includes tips for writing a good cover letter. To see a sample cover letter, scroll down to the bottom of the page.

• How to Write a Good Thank You Letter - Includes tips for writing a good thank you letter. To see a sample thank you letter, scroll down to the bottom of the page.

• Resumes & Cover letters - View tips and samples of cover letters and resumes.