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The Engineering Career Assistance Center (ECAC) has teamed up with the Engineering Library to offer a selection of career development books. These guides offer information for a wide range of career inquiries, including advice on deciding your major, tips on constructing an impressive resume, or assistance in finding a well-suited job in a specific town. These books are located in the reserves section of the Engineering library and can be requested from the circulation desk. Please bring in the call number when you request a book (the call number will start with "Uncat ECAC Book").




Career Success in Engineering

A guide for students and new professionals. Learn how to manage your career, evelope and present ideas, reap maximum benefits from professional association memberships and much more.
Uncat ECAC Book 1 Engineering Library

Field Work Savvy

A handbook that explores career growth and opportunities regarding field work and internships. Proclaims itself to be "easy to read" and "reality based".
Uncat ECAC Book 2 Engineering Library

Gestures: The Do's and Taboos of Body Language Around the World

Wisdom for foreign business and travel that makes for an enlightening and interesting read even if you aren't going to venture far from home.
Uncat ECAC Book 3 Engineering Library

Is There an Engineer Inside You?

Not, as the title suggests, a guide to emergency surgery, but rather an in-depth exploration of different engineering disciplines. Find out which one is best for you.
Uncat ECAC Book 4 Engineering Library

Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World

Avoid the biggest mistake in career prep and job hunting. Learn how to emial like a pro, network like a champ, perform stand-up, be the best intern and persist.
Uncat ECAC Book 5 Engineering Library

Soaring on Your Strengths

Know your strengths and avail yourself marketable for the best jobs and promotions! The author puts this book as "a can't-fail guide to landing that job, getting that promotion, or switching careers," you will find a plethora of information on solid stratgey, tips & advice, and mapping out your appealing resumes. A general career guide from "America's Top Career Coach" that focuses on self-promotion.
Uncat ECAC Book 6 Engineering Library

Don't Take the Last Donut

Don't take the last donut promises to teach the nuances of business etiquette and networking. Learn the protocol of a correct business introduction, the art creating a positve first impression and fool-proof small talk.
Uncat ECAC Book 37 Engineering Library

The Play of Your Life

Is yours a tragicomic adventure or a last-minute touchdown? Regardless of the metaphor you choose, this book has the ambitious goal of helping you identify your ideal career and making that career a reality, all in one two-step plan.
Uncat ECAC Book 39 Engineering Library

Profressional Ethics and Etiquette

Cultivate traits such as good good business manners, courteousness, and mutual respect. This book also provides insight into building productive professional relationships.
Uncat ECAC Book 48 Engineering Library

Next-Day Salary Negotiation: Prepare Tonight to Get Your Best Pay Tomorrow

Do you want to know how to negotiate for the best deal including your best salary, benefits, and perks? Here is the book that will show you how to prepare, even over-night, for your painless future--"Quickly evaluate the components of the offer, including salary, benefits, time off, flexible arrangements, and more."


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Enhanced Occupational Outlook Handbook

Based on information from the US Department of Labor, this book includes an exhaustive dictionary of occupational titles, with required skills and education, and the outlook for growth regarding specific careers.
Uncat ECAC Book 7 Engineering Library

Guide to America's Federal Jobs

A thorough guide to federal jobs, including salary, requirements, and locations. Includes tips on application writing, as well as how to decipher the notoriously complicated job announcements and maneuver through the equally puzzling hiring processes.
Uncat ECAC Book 8 Engineering Library

International Job Finder

Full of information sources regarding jobs worldwide. Also includes advice about internet searching, as well as warnings about job scams.
Uncat ECAC Book 9 Engineering Library

Job Hunting in New York City

Looking for a job in NYC? This would be a good guide to use. It's up-to-date and devoted entirely to the NYC job scene, with lots of helpful advice specific to NYC and the businesses that operate from there.
Uncat ECAC Book 10 Engineering Library

Job Hunting in San Francisco

A career guide that points you in the direction of San Francisco jobs, providing you with essential and unique knowledge of the city before you go.
Uncat ECAC Book 11 Engineering Library
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Dallas Business Journal Book of Lists 2007

Looking into one of the TOP 10 cities that offer exciting life style and high tech job market? This book offers the biggest, best, and fastest of business in Dallas-Fort Worth. Great insider information about Dallas-Ft Worth business and real estate!!!
Uncat ECAC Book 51 Engineering Library
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Austin Business Journal Book of Lists 2007

Are you ready to embrace one of the greatest cities in Texas? All the information you would like to know about Austin business and real estate is included.
Uncat ECAC Book 52 Engineering Library
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San Antonio Business Journal Book of Lists 2007

Here is the insider information about San Antonio business and real estate. It is one of the wonderous cities in Texas. This business and real estate information will smooth your transition.
Uncat ECAC Book 54 Engineering Library
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Houston Business Journal Book of Lists 2007

Looking into moving to Houston? This business journal will guide you with the insider schoop of information about the area.
Uncat ECAC Book 53 Engineering Library

Academic job Search Handbook

The book begins with an overview of the hiring process and a timetable for applying for academic positions. It then gives detailed information on application materials, interviewing, negotiating job offers, and starting the new job. Guidance throughout is aimed at all candidates, with frequent reference to the specifics of job searches in scientific and technical fields.
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Vault Guide to Top Internships

Entertaining profiles of internship opportunities, organized by the names of organization. Purports to give the "inside scoop" on each internship program, and outlines application deadlines, requirements, and other noteworthy knowledge.
Uncat ECAC Book 13 Engineering Library

Hoover's Handbook of American Business 2008

Learn almost everything you'd ever want to know about the companies you'd like to work for. This handbook, from a well-known and trusted business information company, profiles 750 American companies.
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Hoover's Handbook of Private Companies 2008

Full of "hard-to-find information" regarding 900 private businesses.
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Hoover's Handbook of World Business 2008

This handbook offers a comprehensive list of world companies profiles that will help you shape a keen sense of world business. Here await Profiles of the largest and most important companies around the world.
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Hoover's Handbook of Emerging Companies 2008

Information on companies to watch, whether you want to invest in them or land a job with them.
Uncat ECAC Book 38 pt.4 Engineering Library

Industries & Careers for Engineers

An in-depth guide to the ever-growing types of Engineering specialties and careers.
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The Engineering Income and Salary Survey 2005

A report on Engineering salaries, broken down by such factors as employer type, location, gender, and race.
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Diversity Internship, Co-op and Entry-level Programs

A guide to diversity programs at the nation's top corporations. The guide, which has been updated for 2007, was created in part by INROADS, a large non-profit devoted to creating an ethnically diverse corporate environment through internships and career training.
Uncat ECAC Book 42 Engineering Library
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Landing the Internship or Full-time Job During College

Interviews with young Engineers and IT professionals, interspersed with advice about interviews and resumes. Includes a special section about technical interviews.
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The Vault College Career Bible 2007 Edition

An all-in-one guide about resumes, interviews, internships, industry profiles and forecasts, and tips for dealing with cultural stereotypes
Uncat ECAC Book 50 Engineering Library
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Job Search Handbook for People with Disabilities

You are as strong as any one else. Learn to identify your strengths and abilities. This book covers tips on how to write powerful resumes, cover letters, and follow-up correspondence as well as help you explore and identify career options.
Uncat ECAC Book 49 Engineering Library
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Getting Your Ideal Internship

Prepare to get your dream internship - including how to find out what your ideal internship would be. Includes advice about creating an internship at a company with no formal internship program.
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Salary Facts Handbook

Yes, you're entitled to know all the facts about salary! Grasp this handbook and glean the eye-popping salary comparison. The Definitive Source of Pay Information on 800 Jobs!!!
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Graduate Schools in the U.S. 2008

Craving more academia? You can look to this updated and exhaustive 2008 guide in your search for an advanced degree.
Uncat ECAC Book 14 Engineering Library

Graduate Admissions Essays

Wanna make the admission committee "ooh" and "aah" and make them to admit you to the program immediately? This book includes exemplary essays that will give a concret sense of how you should go about your essay. Write your way into the graduate scholl of your choice.
Uncat ECAC Book 32 Engineering Library

U.S. News & World Report Ultimate Guide to Law Schools

Everything you want to know about law school, including comparisons of different programs and information on finding financial aid.
Uncat ECAC Book 40 Engineering Library
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U.S. News & World Report Ultimate Guide to Medical Schools

Everything you want to know about medical schools is in this book. Want to become a doctor? Perfect! Decide which medical school fits you best.
Uncat ECAC Book 43 Engineering Library
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Getting into Medical School

Only one-third of medical school applicants are accepted. Advice from this book - written by a doctor - could make you one of the prestigious third.
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Graduate School Companion

Would you like to learn how to succeed in graduate school from the beginning to the end? This companion book will guide you through and give you a succint idea.
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25 Top Consulting Firms

If you are interested in a consulting career, you'll probably find some very useful information in this book, which, as the title hints, profiles leading consulting firms.
Uncat ECAC Book 15 Engineering Library

Careers in Biotech & Pharmaceuticals

An exploration of careers in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, with an explanation of the fields, including profiles of leading employers, background on the recruitment process, and a glossary of terms.
Uncat ECAC Book 16 Engineering Library

Careers in Information Technology

Information Technology jobs are available in a wide range of industries, making this book especially helpful in outlining possibilities, trends, and job details for multiple types of techies.
Uncat ECAC Book 17 Engineering Library

Careers in Investment Banking

Here is the wet feet insider guide. Find out the ins and outs of what investment banking is really all about, beyond the stereotypes and PR.
Uncat ECAC Book 18 Engineering Library

Careers in Nonprofits and Government Agencies

Consult this guide if you'd like to tailor your job search to non-profits or government agencies - it outlines different types of employers, the general working culture, and what types of jobs are available.
Uncat ECAC Book 19 Engineering Library

Careers in Supply Chain Management

Don't forget about the non-glamorous careers - and to begin with, there's world supply chain management. Read profiles, requirements, and job descriptions regarding the circulation system of our economy.
Uncat ECAC Book 20 Engineering Library

Eco Guide to Careers That Make a Difference: Environmental Work for a Sustainable World

As the authors of this book put it, "you don't have to choose between making a living and making a difference". Find ecologically-sound career advice within this guide.
Uncat ECAC Book 21 Engineering Library

Careers in the Enviroment

The authors treats the inside and outside of the careers in the environments. Learn how to find the up-to-date information, detailed descriptions, best jobs in the field, and helpful resources. An updated version of an in-depth career guide that is revered among ecologists.
Uncat ECAC Book 22 Engineering Library

Industries & Careers for Undergraduates

Not even sure where to start? This wide-reaching but concise guide will give you an idea of the types of jobs that are out there for recent graduates.
Uncat ECAC Book 23 Engineering Library

Industries and careers for MBAs

Are you a newly minted MBA? Do you want to glean the inside guide to the industry? Here is the Information on industries, salary rates, job culture, and trends and rankings.
Uncat ECAC Book 30 Engineering Library

Careers in Specialized Consulting: Health Care, Human Resources, & Information Technology

A look at consulting specializations: human resources and information technology, which pertain to many different types or companies, and to healthcare - a huge, multi-faceted industry with multiple kinds of consulting opportunities.
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Top 20 Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Firms

Research those biotechnology and pharmaceutical firms you'd like to land a job with - it could also serve as a indirect guide to competing firms within the field
Uncat ECAC Book 25 Engineering Library
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The Almanac of American Employers 2007

Information about hundreds of american companies, complete with data about salary, type of employees, plans for growth, and contact names. This guide also includes information on professional associations and government agencies.
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Plunkett's Companion to The Almanac of American Employers: Mid-Size Firms

Hiring process can be stressful and frustrating. But no sweat! Here is the guide book that will help you with this easy, comparitive reference with regard to salaries and benefits, jobs and careers, industries, advancement opportunities, and many more.
Uncat ECAC Book 47 Engineering Library
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Plunkett's Consulting Industry Almanac 2008:
Consulting Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

This book offers a comprehensive guide to the consulting industry. Get access to complete industry research.
Uncat ECAC Book 60 Engineering Library
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Plunkett's Biotech and Genetics Industry Almanac 2008:
Biotech & Genetics Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

The author, Plunkett, proudly presents the almanac for Biotech and Genetics industry. You won't be disappointed with this comprehensive book that covers the lastest statistics and trends in Genomics, Proteomics, Biopharmaceuticals, New Technology, Research, Business Development, and Commercialization.
Uncat ECAC Book 61 Engineering Library
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Plunkett's InfoTech Industry Almanac 2008:
InfoTech Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

The amanac that will enlightening to your craving mind for the complete information on InfoTech industry. Find out the hard facts of the leading firms such as the lastest statistics and trends in Wireless technologies, Hardware, Software, Networking, The Internet, Semiconductors, Distributed Computing, Web Services, and Open systesm.
Uncat ECAC Book 62 Engineering Library

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Plunkett's Engineering & Research Industry Almanac 2008:
Engineering & Research Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

Pluntkett brags this book is "the only complete guide to the engineering and research industry." This alamanc covers from the lastest statistics to the up-to-date trends in the industry. Why waiting? Check this book out and glean the best resources.
Uncat ECAC Book 63 Engineering Library
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Plunkett's Energy Industry Almanac 2008:
Energy Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

Here is the sweeping, complete guide to the energy business. Midwest Book Review offers the insightful comment on this book: "This impressive compendium covers all facets of the American energy industry. Exhaustively researched." You won't regret when you pick up this book and start poring it over.
Uncat ECAC Book 64 Engineering Library
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Plunkett's Renewable, Alternative & Hydrogen Energy Industry Almanac 2008:
Renewable, Alternative & Hydrogen Energy Industry Market Research, Statistics, Trends & Leading Companies

Hot, hot, hot! If you're into renewable, alternative & hydrogen energy sources, this bok is for you. It is the complete guide that will help you glean the information on complete profiles of the leading companies. Don't wait!
Uncat ECAC Book 65 Engineering Library
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Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking

Want to enter the investment banking industry for your future career? Library Journal approves and vaunts the book as entertaining and easy to read with edgy details. Get the inside scoop you need to beat the competition on the street.
Uncat ECAC Book 66 Engineering Library
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Sales and Marketing Careers in the Tech Sector

Are you considering a career change for sales and marketing industry in the hot & sexy tech sector industry? Want to learn more about the detailed roles on a day-to-day basis, the hierarchical order of the job titles in the industry, the crucial skills that will pave the foundation for your career success, and expected typical career paths? They are all in this book.
Uncat ECAC Book 67 Engineering Library
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Vault Career Guide to Supply Chain Management

Do you know what draws your attention to this dynamic and exciting job prospect? If so, would you like to get the scoop of information on a supply chain management career that will make all the difference in your career life? Even Library Journal gives its two thumbs-up.
Uncat ECAC Book 68 Engineering Library
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Next Day Salary Negotiation
prepare tonight to get your best pay tomorrow

Do not panic! Do not sweat! You can pull this in a professional fashion. This Salary negotiation book will guide you with the constructive, expert tips and advice as to salary negotiation situations as well as benefits, time off, flexible arrangements, etc.
Uncat ECAC Book 69 Engineering Library
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Advancing Healthy Populations: The Pfizer Guide To Careers in Public Health

As the author claims this book as a "must-have guide that profiles the life and work of professionals in public health," you will gain a comprehensive understanding about your future career in public health.
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The Vault Guide To Engineering Diversity Programs (2008 Ed.)

Get the inside story on the best diversity programs within the field of engineering.
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10 Things Employers Want You to Learn in College

A book promising to inform you of valuable job skills you can acquire while in college. Read it before it's too late.
Uncat ECAC Book 26 Engineering Library

Ace Your Case! The WetFeet Insider Guide to Consulting Interviews

Trying to win a consulting job? Look to this guide to give you some hints on how to impress your interviewer.
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Dressing Smart for Men

Sharpen up and stop dressing like a dolt! Reading this book might make planning for an interview a little less stressful, if not more intelligent.
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Dressing Smart for Women

Learn through fear: Find out the "101 mistakes you can't afford to make..." But don't worry, the author vows to tell you how to avoid them.
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How To Say It: Job Interviews

This book gives you concrete examples of job-winning words and phrases, plus invaluable ideas on how to advertise your skills. how to get noticed on a sea of canidates - before, during and after the interview.
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Win 'Em Over! Get Hired!

Job Interviews That Produce Job Offers.

Would you like to tackle the tough interview questions, receive as many job offers as you wish, get hired and promoted? This book has all the information you need to know to succeed.
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Case In Point

Complete Case Interview Preparation

Prepare your interview with this book that provides up-to-date cases with problem solving interviews. A great resource to prepare your case interviews.
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Vault Guide to the Case Interview

Winning strageties for your case interviews that will gaurantee launching your consulting career.

Do you feel at a loss as to how to prepare your case interivews? Here is a resource that will guide you through step-by-step with examples of actual case interview questioins with strategies, how to crack the presentation case, and frameworks for structuring and conquering case questions.
Uncat ECAC Book 79 Engineering Library

 

Killer Cover Letters & Resumes

Dangerous yet masterly content. Includes information from recruiters who are continually exposed to a multitude of cover letters and resumes - learn what still impresses them, and what doesn't.
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Real Resumes for Engineering Jobs

Stop messing with all those bogus resumes: within the covers of this book lay the actual resumes of many different types of engineers. Learn from those who have come before - and succeeded.
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Resumes for Engineering Careers

A resume book well-suited to engineers. No filler or frills, just the essential information you need to write a resume for an engineering job. Includes samples of resumes and cover letters.
Uncat ECAC Book 35 Engineering Library

Resumes for Engineering Careers 3rd Edition

This resume book offers engineers the priceless tips on how to craft a concise, stylish resume that will make you stand out among fierce competitors. And more engineering resume advice, packed with sample resumes.
Uncat ECAC Book 36 Engineering Library

Gallery of Best Cover Letters: A Collection of Quality Cover Letters by Professional Resume Writers

Aiming for quality cover letter that will impress and make your potential employeer want to hire you? Here are all the tips that can help you polish your cover letter! This fabulous book awaits you on our ECAC bookshelf!
Uncat ECAC Book 72 Engineering Library

Gallery of Best Resumes: A Collection of Quality Resume Writers, 4th Edition.

Are you lost where to start with your resume? Ambitious enough to create the best quality resume that will take your potential employee's breath away? No sweat! This resume writing guide book contains a number of quality resume exemplars that wil give you a solid sense of how you can and should go about your resume! Don't wrestle but nestle!
Uncat ECAC Book 73 Engineering Library

Best Resumes for College Students and New Grads: Jump-Start Your Career (Paperback)

Jump start, yes, jump start for your future career with this best professional resume guide book. Nothing to lose. Just browse through the samples and create your own!
Uncat ECAC Book 74 Engineering Library

The Federal Resume Guidebook: Strategies for Writing a Winning Federal Electronic Resume, KSAs, and Essays

Excited about applying for the federal jobs? But don't know how to prepare the resumes apropos of the task at hand and essays? Want to know more about what KSAs stand for and mean as to the federal job market? Here is the book that will guide you step by step.
Uncat ECAC Book 75 Engineering Library