Annotated Bibliography*: Job Search

Best Resumes and CVs for International Jobs. Ronald L. Krannich and Wendy S. Enelow. Impact Publications, 2002. The authors discuss the international job market and resumes for employment in countries outside the U.S. Samples are given for each of the world's geographic regions, and for resumes by career field. (HF5383 .K685 2002)

Best Resumes for College Students and New Grads. Louise M. Kursmark. Jist Works, 2003. The author presents a 13-step approach to writing a resume: identifying job qualifications, compiling evidence of skills, organization, summarization of strongest skills, emphasizing education, describing achievements and experience, "extras," formatting, cross-checking, proofreading, online presentation, and networking. Also included are worksheets and a section on job search letters. The second part of the book presents a wide variety of sample resumes.

Cover Letters that Knock 'em Dead. Martin Yate. Adams Media Corp., 2004. The author discusses types of cover letters, step-by-step assembly, and layout. The bulk of the book consists of sample resumes from a variety of categories. (HF5383 .Y378 2004)

Great Interview. Vivian V. Eyre et al. Learning Express, 2000. The author discusses steps to take before an interview is scheduled: resources, networking, resume and cover letter. She then discusses the interview process: questions answered and asked, common mistakes, group interviews, etc.(HF5549.5.I6 E96 2000)

How to Get Your First Job and Keep It. Deborah P. Block, Ph.D. VGM Career Books, 2002. The authors present job search strategies for those with limited job experience. Worksheets and exercises assist in identifying sources of jobs, completing application forms, writing resumes, interviewing, and networking. Also included are suggestions for success on the job. (HF5382.7 .B588 2002)

The Insider's Guide to Finding the Perfect Job. Robert Orndorff. Peterson's, 2000. The author discusses the future of the world of work and presents the reader with suggestions for self-assessment, resume basics, cover letters, portfolios, and job search strategies. (HF5382.75.U6 O76 2000)

The Insider's Guide to Writing the Perfect Resume. Karl Weber and Rob Kaplan. Peterson's, 2001. The authors discuss the job market and provide information on the various components of a resume: identifying goals and values, formatting and layout, education, job experience, etc. Also included is information for specific populations: recent college graduates, career changers, and those with a "problem job history." Separate sections include information on various job search letters, sample resumes, and further resources.(HF5383 .W322 2001)

Interviews: Making the Cut. Creative Educational Video, n.d. Videotape discusses the job interview.

Weddle's Directory of Employment-Related Internet Sites for Recruiters & Job Seekers . Peter D. Weddle. American Management Assn., 2005/2006. The author presents a well-organized list of Web job sites. Entries for each contain general site information, services, types of jobs posted, salary ranges, and resume information. Index lists sites by career field.(HF5382.7 .W42)

What Color is Your Parachute? Richard Nelson Bolles. Ten Speed Press, 2005. This most widely known job search book includes chapters on rejection, job hunting approaches, the Internet job search, identifying values and skills relating them to the workplace, and finding the right contact person within an organization. Appendices include bibliographies, a discussion of career counselors, and tips for people with disabilities.(HF5383 .B56 2005)

*This bibliography represents selected resources in the CWS collection. The complete bibliography is available in the CWS Library and may be mailed upon request.