Guidelines and references are included for developing proposals to be submitted to the Occupational Research Coordinating Unit. Outlines and criteria for evaluation are included for (1) research type proposals, (2) training type program proposals, and (3) experimental, developmental, or pilot type program proposals. Also included are (1) a budget format and worksheet, (2) a completed sample of a budget, (3) the format for cover page of proposals, (4) a sample research proposal abstract, and (5) a checklist for reviewing proposals. Research priorities for 1966-67 in rank order were: (1) program evaluation, (2) curriculum experimentation, (3) personal and social significance of the concept of work, (4) personnel recruitment and development, (5) program organization and administration, (6) adult and continuing education for manpower development, and (7) occupational information and career choice for youths. (MM)