Resources & Tools

Essential data sources, research tools, and guides for the modern job market

📊 Official Data Sources

Bureau of Labor Statistics

The official source for U.S. labor market data, employment statistics, and economic indicators.

Visit BLS → Official

FRED Economic Data

Federal Reserve Bank database with interactive charts, time series data, and economic research.

Explore FRED → Official

Department of Labor

Employment law, worker rights, unemployment benefits, and federal labor policy updates.

Visit DOL → Official

Census Bureau

Demographic data, economic census, and employment statistics by region and industry.

Access Census → Official

OECD Employment Data

International labor statistics for comparative analysis across developed economies.

View OECD Stats → International

Indeed Hiring Lab

Real-time job market research, hiring trends, and economic analysis from Indeed's data scientists.

Read Research → New

🔬 Research & Analysis

Pew Research Center

Nonpartisan research on workforce trends, generational differences, and public opinion on employment.

Explore Studies →

McKinsey Global Institute

In-depth reports on future of work, automation impact, and workforce transformation.

Read Reports →

MIT Work of the Future

Research initiative exploring how technology is transforming work and employment.

View Research →

World Economic Forum

Future of Jobs reports, reskilling initiatives, and global employment trends.

Access WEF →

Harvard Business Review

Leadership insights, workplace research, and management strategies for the modern economy.

Read Articles →

Brookings Institution

Policy research on labor markets, economic mobility, and workforce development.

View Analysis →

🔍 Job Search Platforms

Major Job Boards

  • LinkedIn Jobs - Professional networking and job listings Visit →
  • Indeed - Largest job aggregator with salary data Visit →
  • Glassdoor - Jobs with company reviews and salary insights Visit →
  • AngelList - Startup and tech jobs Visit →
  • FlexJobs - Remote and flexible positions Visit →Premium

Specialized Platforms

  • USAJobs - Federal government positions Visit →
  • Idealist - Nonprofit and social impact jobs Visit →
  • Dice - Technology and engineering roles Visit →
  • Mediabistro - Media and creative positions Visit →

📚 Learning & Development

Coursera

University courses and professional certificates from top institutions worldwide.

Browse Courses → Free & Paid

LinkedIn Learning

Professional development courses with LinkedIn integration and skill badges.

Start Learning → Premium

Khan Academy

Free educational resources for fundamental skills and career preparation.

Learn Free → Free

edX

University-level courses and MicroMasters programs from leading institutions.

Explore edX → Free & Paid

Google Career Certificates

Job-ready skills for high-growth fields like data analytics, project management, and UX.

Get Certified → New

Udemy Business

Technical skills and professional development courses for career advancement.

Browse Udemy → Paid

🔧 Calculators & Tools

Financial Planning

  • Unemployment Benefits Calculator - State-by-state benefit estimator Calculate →
  • Cost of Living Calculator - Compare cities and plan relocations Compare →
  • Salary.com - Compensation data and negotiation tools Research →
  • PayScale - Personalized salary reports Get Report →

Career Assessment

🗺️ Local & State Resources

American Job Centers

Find your local One-Stop Career Center for in-person employment assistance.

Find Centers →

State Unemployment Offices

Direct links to all state unemployment insurance programs and benefit applications.

Find Your State →

Workforce Development Boards

Local workforce investment boards offering training programs and job placement services.

Locate Board →