Career Research

• Discover information on employers, industries, occupations and employment trends 

• Use both in person and online research method

In Person

• Networking  - Your network is your networth - learn how to be an expert

• Informational Interviews  - Talk to people in the industry for first hand information

Online

• JobLink  - Review  Employer Profiles on companies who recruit University of Calgary students

• LinkedIn - Create your profile and expand your network. Watch these videos will provide complete details 

• Business Directories  - Access  through the Calgary Public Library (membership required)

• Vault Online Career Library  - Database with insight on major employers and industry trends (U of C Library)

•  OptimalResume - Tools section - right menu link to O'Net - detailed occupational information (*American based database)

• Company Websites  - Check Human Resources section - look for details geared to students or new grads