O*NET OnLine

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

O*NET OnLine provides detailed descriptions of the world of work and searchable occupation data for job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, developers, researchers, and more.

Target Customer

{"Job seekers","Workforce development professionals","HR professionals","Students","Developers","Researchers"}

Key Differentiator

Official government-backed, comprehensive database with 900+ occupations and over 19,000 occupation-specific task statements, maintained by the U.S. Department of Labor/National Center for O*NET Development, with multiple search/browse capabilities and a dedicated Resource Center.

Implementation Timeline

Not specified in the content.

Pain Points

1Difficulty accessing reliable, standardized occupation data for career exploration and workforce planning
2Need to understand occupation requirements, characteristics, and opportunities across industries
3Require multi-dimensional search and crosswalk capabilities (e.g., by industry, career cluster, job family, skills)

Key Features

1Keyword and O*NET-SOC code search for occupations
2Browse by Career Cluster, Industry, Job Family, Job Zone, STEM, and more
3Advanced searches and crosswalks (e.g., Data, Abilities, Interests, Knowledge, Skills, Work Activities)
4Detailed occupation descriptions and related data (requirements, characteristics, opportunities)
5O*NET Resource Center access, Desk Aid, My Next Move integration, and Web Services for programmatic use

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1HR Manager
2Workforce Development Manager
3Career Services Director
4Education Administrator
5Talent Acquisition Manager

Client Results

1 Improved understanding of occupation requirements and job characteristics
2 More efficient career exploration and planning for individuals and organizations
3 Better alignment between job postings/postings and actual occupations through standardized data

Competitive Advantages

1Government-backed, authoritative data source (sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor)
2Comprehensive coverage: 900+ occupations with 19,000+ task statements
3Multiple, flexible search and browse options (Industry, Career Cluster, Job Family, Job Zone, STEM, etc.)
4Integrated resources and tools (My Next Move, My Next Move for Veterans, O*NET Resource Center)
5Programmatic access via O*NET Web Services for developers

Key Benefits

1Understand occupation requirements, characteristics, and opportunities

2Support informed career planning and workforce development decisions

3Leverage standardized, extensive occupation data for research and HR workflows

4Access integrated tools and resources for exploration and career navigation

Additional Product Information

Product Description

O*NET OnLine is a career exploration and job analysis tool offering detailed descriptions of occupations, searchable across 900+ occupations with extensive data on requirements, characteristics, and opportunities. It serves job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, developers, and researchers, with reports and cross-cutting data.

Target Market

Job seekers, workforce development professionals, HR professionals, educators, students, developers, researchers

Unique Value Proposition

Official, comprehensive, and up-to-date occupation data from a government source, combined with powerful search/browse capabilities and access to related career resources (My Next Move, resource center, and web services).

Technical Requirements

O*NET Web Services are available for programmatic access; content and updates are managed by O*NET Resource Center and the U.S. Department of Labor.

Pricing Model

Not specified in the content.

Companies Solving Similar Problems

Based on matching: problems solved, target roles, key features, industries

Lyft

Lyft provides convenient and flexible transportation options for riders and earnings opportunities for drivers.

Public Relations

Healthcare

HackerRank Platform

HackerRank Platform provides an integrated Developer Skills Platform for hiring, interviewing, and upskilling developers, featuring online coding tests, live and take-home interviews, brand showcase tools, and AI-powered integrity controls.

Finance

Technology

LinkedIn Business Solutions

LinkedIn Business Solutions provides tools to hire, market, and sell effectively, leveraging LinkedIn's powerful professional network.

Technology

Healthcare

LinkedIn provides a platform for building and maintaining professional identity and network while keeping users informed and offering career opportunities.