Part of what I've been doing this past week for my day job is compile and write descriptions for different STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) careers. While some of those careers weren't very scintillating, some of them have been quite interesting. Even moreso, though, is the fact that two of the major websites I've been using could also be great tools for writers.

The first: The Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook

The second: O*NET OnLine

Both are fantastic sites that give you tons of information on different occupations, including skills, interests and education requirements. So if you have a hero who's, say, an Oceanographer, but you have no clue what the hell an Oceanographer does, you can look it up on either of these sites and get a pretty good idea of what the job entails. O*NET is really good, though, in that you get a decent idea of what kind of personality someone in that career would have, as it lists skills, qualities, etc. that are necessary for the job.

I know I plan on using both of these beyond my day job, and to help enhance my writing and research. Just thought I'd share.

Hope everyone's having a great Labor Day weekend.

Cheers!