Library: Career Services: Career Exploration

Career Exploration Resource: Focus

FOCUS 2 is a self-paced, online career and education planning tool for use by college students.

It will enable you to self-assess your career relevant personal qualities and explore career fields and major areas of study that are most compatible with your assessment results. Students who use FOCUS 2 make better decisions about their goals and plans and learn how to self-manage their careers.

Use FOCUS to help you choose or change your major and to verify your preferences or early choice of a career field.

Get started on FOCUS 2

First time users: Create a new account - Access Code: pirate
Returning users: Log in, using the account you created.

Explore Occupations

O*NET Online
The O*NET Program is the nation's primary source of occupational information. Valid data are essential to understanding the rapidly changing nature of work and how it impacts the workforce and U.S. economy. From this information, applications are developed to facilitate the development and maintenance of a skilled workforce.
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The O*NET database contains hundreds of standardized and occupation-specific descriptors on almost 1,000 occupations covering the entire U.S. economy. The database is continually updated from input by a broad range of workers in each occupation.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Published by the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics. Has short descriptions of hundreds of careers, giving required training, likely salary, growth potential, and more.
Career One Stop
Created by the US Department of Labor, this site provides information on various careers, including videos, salary resources, and interest assessments.
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It is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
My Next Move
Use this interactive guide to help you determine which direction you want to go with your career choices.
Missouri Connections
Missouri Connections is a comprehensive, online, career development and planning program that is provided free of charge to all Missouri citizens. Funded by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, this program supports the career development efforts of schools, community organizations, and adult job seeker programs. Missouri Connections helps individuals learn about their talents, skills, and interests and makes the connection between planning for continued education and the work world. Missouri Connections is updated and enhanced year round. Be encouraged to explore this system through the Guest access and click on the Resources tab for materials.

Cover Letter and/or Resume Building Appointment

Schedule an appointment with us! An Advisor will assist you with cover letter and resume building.

Skills & Interest Assessments

Career One Stop Skills Matcher
Rate yourself on 40 work place skills and this program will provide potential career matches.
O*NET Interest Profiler
The O*NET Interest Profiler can help you find out what your interests are and how they relate to the world of work. You can find out what you like to do.

Library Resources

LearningExpress Library This link opens in a new window
Features nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and eBooks related to skills development in math, writing, and basic science; career certification and licensure exam prep; college and graduate school entrance exam prep (GMAT, GRE, LSAT, etc.); career exploration tools and more.

Veteran Resources

Global Warrior Center
The Global Warrior Center is a one-stop shop for Park's military students and families, whether on campus, online or at one of our 39 centers. Dedicated support staff with military service knowledge help you make the most of your benefits, transition in or out of active duty military service and find specialized support services tailored to your needs.
My Next Move for Veterans
Use this interactive guide to determine career choices after serving in the military.
VA Guide to Careers & Employment
A one-stop shop for career exploration and job assistance for veterans.
VA CareerScope Assessment
CareerScope is an assessment tool you can use to determine interests and skills, if you’re a Veteran, service member, or dependent who qualifies for—or is already getting—VA education benefits.
VA Educational & Career Counseling (VA Chapter 36)
If you are eligible for a VA education benefit, you may be able to take advantage of VA Chapter 36 - which includes educational and career counseling.