O*NET Standard Occupation Codes (O*NET SOC) define the set of occupations across the world of work. Based on the Standard Occupational Classification, the taxonomy includes more than 900 occupations which currently have, or are scheduled to have, data collected from job incumbents or occupation experts. Information in the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with occupations. This information can be used to facilitate career exploration, vocational counseling, and a variety of human resources functions (e.g., developing job orders, developing employment position descriptions, and aligning training with current workplace needs).
The O*NET Resource Center (information portal) draws from the O*NET Database and is the nation's primary source of occupational information. It contains data and tools for workforce professionals and developers, including:
O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and Human Resource (HR) professionals, students, developers, researchers, and others. Users can search across 900+ occupations based on their goals and needs. The site also offers comprehensive reports to learn about requirements, characteristics, and available opportunities for selected occupations. A customized OnLine Help feature is available throughout the site, or a Desk Aid. Options are available on the home page, or searchable at the site: Search the O*NET Resource Center
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