What it does
O*NET OnLine is a U.S. occupational research resource with reports on work requirements, activities, skills and characteristics. It supports keyword searches and structured browsing by industry, job family, preparation level and other occupational groupings.
Compare the work itself when two job titles sound similar. O*NET OnLine separates occupational requirements, worker requirements and worker characteristics, so you can examine what a role involves before choosing a course or rewriting a resume.
The Job Zone grouping is useful when preparation requirements matter, while the job-duty search can help identify occupations related to work you already do. Other routes focus on software skills, interests and professional associations. Its classifications and crosswalks are detailed, making this a stronger fit for deliberate research than a quick feed of vacancies. Use the report to identify questions about training and experience, then compare those questions with the requirements in an actual employer announcement.
Strengths
- Offers detailed occupational reports and several search approaches
- Includes job-duty and preparation-level discovery
Best for
- Career research that needs more detail than a job title
Sources
- O*NET OnLine (Oct 26, 2026)