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English Research Guide

Welcome ENG 1A students!

Here are the slides shown during the in-person library research session:

Recommended Websites & Databases

These websites are great for finding background information on careers:

Occupational Outlook Handbook
Sponsored by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, this government resource provides information about occupations, job descriptions, training, pay, and future career projections.


PCC's Freeman Center for Career and Completion
The Robert G. Freeman Center for Career and Completion at Pasadena City College offers career guidance and support. Find services and support for your career development journey! Visit the Explore Careers and Majors section to learn specific information about careers.


Professional Association Finder
This tool from Career One Stop helps users locate national professional associations by association name, occupation, or industry served.

These databases are great for finding scholarly journal articles, ebooks, and news articles:

Annotated Bibliography Resources