What is the average salary of a legal assistant? What job competition would I face as a museum curator? Will I find a job in this economy as a computer programmer?Written by the U.S. Department of Labor, the Occupational Outlook Handbook 2013–2014 is designed to provide valuable, up-to-date assistance to individuals making decisions about their futures. Accompanying each profession are descriptions of the nature of the work, working environment, job outlook training, and the required education, as well as job earnings, related occupations, and additional information sources. Keep up in the scramble to stay afloat in the waning job market by staying informed as you plan your training and career. 250 black & white illustrations