Evaluation of changes in Maryland's unemployment insurance (UI) program found that duration and amount of UI receipt were reduced by requiring additional employer contacts or a job-search workshop; these requirements did not affect employment and earnings. However, eliminating employer contact requirements increased UI receipt and subsequent…

According to 2001 Current Population Survey data, more than half of all workers used a computer on the job. Use varied by occupation. The most common use was the Internet or e-mail (71.8%); 9.2% used the Internet for job searching, proportionately more younger (20-34) than older workers. (JOW)

An evaluation of Australia's New Enterprise Initiative Scheme, which provides job search information to disadvantaged job seekers, found the following: of 81 long-term unemployed, 76.5% were self-employed after participation; of 51 non-English speaking individuals, 65% were self-employed; and 84% of 400 participants overall were in some form of…

Provides reviews of 40 websites related to all aspects of career choice, job searching, and career development. Includes information on the selection of websites to review and the guidelines for evaluating them. Includes an article reporting a survey of 74 counseling graduate students regarding use of the Internet for career development. (JOW)

Interviews with 325 British union members who had become unemployed and with 30 union officials found some attempt by unions to organize the unemployed and provide assistance. However, policies and services such as job information, retraining, and legal aid are not well communicated to the people who need them. (SK)

Discusses expectations held by client beginning a job search. Describes Ellis's Rational-Emotive Therapy, designed to teach clients to think rationally prior to the job search. Assesses various irrational beliefs surrounding the job search. Concludes that clients can be taught to combat irrational expectations. (Author/BHK)

A survey of 1,121 counselors (59 percent) determined what information was needed by individuals to facilitate their career decision making and job seeking behavior. It also identified general themes within this career-related information through factor analysis of a lengthy questionnaire. (JOW)

Presents guidelines designed to help candidates interested in writing instruction conduct an easier and more effective job search. Gives advice on preparing for the job search, conducting the job search, interviewing, and visiting the campus. (RS)

A superintendent search consultant advises would-be superintendents to avoid resume overkill, succinctly summarize relevant education and experience, provide transcripts and copies of best reference letters, and update references. Candidates are also advised to be frank about personal "skeletons," prepare adequately for interviews, dress…

The structured interview gives the interviewer solid evidence for making a hiring decision. Under "targeted selection," applicants respond to a list of prepared questions and are rated based on the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, and Result) procedure. This article lists 36 questions grouped into 5 categories: teacher-student…

Describes the use of CD-ROM products containing company and industrial information for job searches and career planning. Examples of potential applications are provided, and search capabilities are examined. Brief descriptions of several products are presented, including a database of Security and Exchange Commission filings, Disclosure, Lotus One…

Reduced form equations performed on data from the Employment Opportunities Pilot Projects found that many employed and unemployed job seekers reject at least one offer before accepting a job. Most accept an offer with a wage below the estimated reservation wage. (SK)

Describes an instructional course program designed to assist students in developing effective job seeking and interviewing skills. Focuses on three main areas: (1) self-assessment, (2) career exploration, and (3) placement. (SR)

Administrators seeking a dream job need to develop some savvy search and self-presentation strategies. Job seekers should concentrate on only two districts, learn about community issues, investigate district problems and opportunities, and match their strengths with a specific district's needs. Tips are provided for preparing credentials, resumes,…

Investigated intrinsic and extrinsic new job characteristics for 516 involuntarily dismissed white-collar workers. Results suggest employment counselors can ease transition into satisfying new jobs by helping clients deal with negative emotional trauma of job loss, encouraging active coping strategies, fostering realistic job expectations, and…