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Alternative Careers Workshop 
An overview of a series of presentations given at the Catholic University of America on the subject of alternative careers for librarians from '98.
http://studentorg.cua.edu/asis/march98.htm
Become a Librarian! 
A site compiled by the Central Jersey Regional Library Cooperative. Provides all sorts of great information ranging from an outline of what a librarian does, to the education required, scholarships available and employment options open to librarians.
http://www.becomealibrarian.org/
Beyond the Job 
Professional tips for librarians: articles, job-hunting advice, professional development opportunities, and other news and ideas on how to further one's library career.
http://librarycareers.blogspot.com/
Canadian Librarian Job Search 
Job boards, resume and cover letter information, library interview guides, and search techniques.
http://www.kristi.ca/jobsearch.html
Canadian Librarians in America 
Information, resources, and a message board for Canadian librarians who have relocated to the United States in search of employment.
http://www.geocities.com/cdn_moose/CanLib.htm
ClickNwork 
Web-based work opportunities for information specialists, researchers and writers.
http://www.clicknwork.com/
EXULT - Exeter University Library Trainees 
Gives an insight into working as a library trainee and provides some useful links to those who are considering studying librarianship or information science.
http://www.ex.ac.uk/library/trainees/
Educational CyberPlayground 
"Information About Websites Relating to Education for Employment in Library and Information Science Fields" - A PDF document that outlines various websites relating to education for employment as a librarian.
http://www.cyberpg.com/ringleaders/DLibraryEmployment.PDF
Hidden Behind the Fancy Titles 
Employment-related article discussing synonyms for "special librarian" and what skills are required. By Jessica Lynn Marx.
http://www.sla.org/chapter/cwi/positionprofile.htm
Job Hunting for Librarians - Web Resources 
Provided by the School of Library and Information Science at Kent State University. This Web Resources page provides links to some lesser-known library job posting sites.
http://www.slis.kent.edu/links/jobs.php
LIScareer.com 
Career development resources for new librarians, information professionals, students, and those considering a library career
http://www.liscareer.com/
Librarians 
Employment information for librarians from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos068.htm
Library Associates 
A national (USA) specialty staffing, recruiting, outsourcing and consulting firm emphasizing jobs and careers for information professionals.
http://www.libraryassociates.com/
Library Technicians 
Job outlook and work description from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos113.htm
Lisjobs.com 
Employment listings, job links, resume posting, and a professional development e-mail newsletter.
http://www.lisjobs.com/
Non-traditional jobs for special librarians 
A chapter from the "Special Libraries Management Handbook: The Basics" website written by students in CLIS 724 (Special Libraries and Information Centers) at the University of South Carolina College of Library and Information Science during the
http://www.libsci.sc.edu/bob/class/clis724/SpecialLibrariesHandbook/non-traditional.htm
SLA Career Development 
The Special Library Association's 'Toolbox'. This site provides a great deal of information on librarianship, as well as many useful links.
http://www.sla.org/chapter/ctor/toolbox/index-career.htm
Stealth Librarian 
Forum for librarians to exchange information (anonymously if they wish) about the working conditions in their library or library system.
http://members.tripod.com/stealthlibrarian/StealthLibrarian.htm
The Chronicle: Career Network: Becoming a Librarian 
Todd Gilman writes about his experience of getting a Ph.D., looking for work, and how "I met with two Harvard librarians, and to my delight, both said instantly that a Ph.D. in English and a master's in library science would make a "powerful com
http://chronicle.com/jobs/2003/10/2003101701c.htm
The Chronicle: Career Network: Putting Your Ph.D. to Work in the Library 
Todd Gilman writes, "My advice to would-be academic librarians involves four progressive steps. In this article, I'll discuss the first three: making initial contacts, turning a vita into a résumé for librarians' consumption, and mastering the art
http://chronicle.com/jobs/2004/04/2004040801c.htm
The Librarians' Career Manifesto 
A guide to print and Internet resources to assist present or future librarians in the job search and professional development.
http://slis.cua.edu/ihy/sp2000/job/home.htm
The Oxford Website for Library Trainees 
Provides background information and a downloadable application form for library trainee posts at Oxford University. Also provides information about applying for library school and a consideration of librarianship as a career.
http://www.lib.ox.ac.uk/owl/
Your Career in Library or Information Science 
An outline of possible careers in the field, provided by the Canadian Library Association. Also includes pertinent information on training programs and educational requirements.
http://www.cla.ca/careers/connect.htm
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