CAREER EXPLORATION

 

"As a general rule, the most successful people in life are those who have the best information."
-BENJAMIN DISRAELI

"Too many people try to make a career decision without first having the information they need."
-HECKLINGER & BLACK

 

"To assist in the career decision-making process, the counselor should be alert to the most relevant labor market information available. The availability of resources has grown tremendously in the last twenty years. Thus, counselors must assist clients in sorting out the most relevant information, monitoring the process of collection, and eventually integrating the information with other resources such as test data."
-VERNON ZUNKER

"You need to find out as much as possible about a career before you prepare to enter it."
-HECKLINGER & BLACK

"Information is power. Without factual information about careers and the job market, you are without power, flying in a sandstorm."
-JOYCE LAIN KENNEDY

 

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EXPLORING YOUR OPTIONS

 

Accounting

 

Careers in Accounting

Accounting Career Video

Accounting Major Info

 

Business

 

Business Career Options

Careers in Business

Financial Services Profile Video

Jobs for Business Majors

HR Manager Profile Video

Careers in Finance

Business Consultant Video

Marketing Careers

Account Manager Video

Business Major Info

Commercial Real Estate Video

Best Business Jobs

Advertising Major Info

Product Designer Profile Video

Marketing Career Video

Start-Up CEO Profile Video

Customer Service Manager Video

Non-Profit Manager Video

 

Computer Science

 

Careers in Computer Science

Top Computer Science Jobs

Software Engineer Profile Video

Computer Science Major Info

Tech Security Profile Video

Computer Science Career

 

 

Biology

 

Careers in Biology

Top Jobs for Biology Majors

Biology Degrees and Careers

Biology Major Info

Biology Career Video

Best Jobs for Biology Majors

Biology Jobs A-Z

 

Chemistry

 

Chemistry Careers

Chemistry Major

Great Careers in Chemistry

Chemistry Major Info

 

Education|Teaching

 

Teachers in the Job Market

Teaching Career Video

Getting Certified to Teach

Education Major Info

Special Education Profile Video

Careers in Education
How to Become a Teacher
Teaching Careers

 

 

Engineering

 

Engineering Career List

Careers in STEM

Engineering Major Info

Engineering Jobs

Engineering Careers Video

 

English

 

English Major

Author Profile Video

English Major Info

English Careers

Journalism Major Info

Freelance Journalist

Jobs for English Majors

 

TESTING THE WATERS
 

Printed Materials

A wide range of books, publications, and other printed material are available that address such topics as career choice, the job market, and information on specific careers. This kind of published information is generally accessible through school and public libraries, career resource centers, company reports, corporate literature, industrial directories, chambers of commerce, employee handbooks, professional organizations, and government agencies. Be sure the information you are gathering is from trusted sources and that it is accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive.

 

On-Line Resources

Whether one is researching a company or gathering topical data, an increasing amount of information is available electronically (or digitally) through the use of an on-line computer. Many researchers find it very convenient to "surf" the Internet or the World Wide Web for needed information. Most companies maintain websites which offer a wealth of detailed information about their organizations. Similarly, schools, colleges, agencies, and non-profit organizations provide extensive information to researchers who visit their websites. Through various "search engines," a computer user can access specific information very quickly by entering key words, titles, or topics.

 

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People in the Field

Identify key players or prominent figures in your particular field of interest. You may meet these people through career fairs, conventions, conferences, professional meetings, or your teachers, counselors, and advisors. One of the best ways to find out about a career is to talk with people who are actually working in that career. This can be accomplished through any number of methods by which you can meet and interact with professionals in your field, including information interviewing, job shadowing, or mentorships.

Personal Experience

Perhaps the best way to learn what a career is actually like is to personally experience it firsthand. You can obtain this experience or exposure to a particular career through a variety of relatively risk-free arrangements... Get a part-time job in your field of interest. Do volunteer work in your field of interest. Explore the possibility of a cooperative education program or an internship in your field of interest. Take a course related to your field of interest. Or consider "job shadowing," an arrangement whereby you ask to spend a day or two on the job with someone in your field of interest.
 

 

 

 

 

 

Career Planning

Career Exploration

Job Market Strategies

 

 

RESEARCHING CAREERS

 

Law|Legal

 

Lawyer Career Profile

Attorney Profile Video

Hot Legal Careers

Tax Attorney Video

Careers in Legal Field

Criminal Justice Major Info

Law School Video

Law Major Info

Legal Careers

Police Officer Profile Video

CIA Careers

Criminal Justice Careers

Legal Career Opportunities

 

Medicine|Health

 

Careers in Medicine

Top Healthcare Careers

Nurse Profile Video

Pharmacist Profile Video

List of Healthcare/Medical Jobs

Medical Degrees and Careers

Physician Assistant Profile Video

Orthodontist Profile Video

Medical Career Video

Veterinarian Profile Video

 

 

History

 

History Degrees and Careers

History Major Info

Careers for History Lovers

 

Mathematics

 

Career Paths in Mathematics

Mathematics Degree

Mathematics Major Info

Careers Using Mathematics

Best Mathematics Careers

 

International|Global

 

Foreign Language Jobs

Foreign Language Major Info

Careers in Foreign Languages

International Studies Major Info

International Relations

 

Media|Film

 

Careers in Film

Film Director Profile Video

Best Media Jobs

Animation Director Profile Video

List of Media Jobs

Media Industry Job Titles

Audio Engineer

 

Music|Theatre

 

Music Career

Performing Arts Video

Acting Careers

Music Major Info

Careers in Music

Dance Profile Video

Performing Arts Career

Careers in Music Production

Careers in Performing Arts

 

 

Art

 

Careers in Art

Art Career List

Careers in the Arts

Art Major Info

Architecture Design Profile Video

Best Jobs for Art Majors

List of Art Careers

Art Careers
Careers in Art History

 

Philosophy

 

Philosophy Degree

Philosophy Major Info

Best Philosophy Jobs

Philosophy Career Ideas

 

Physics

 

Careers in Physics

Physics Degree

Physics Major Info

Careers in STEM

 

Political Science|Government

 

Top Political Science Jobs

Political Science Major Info

Best Political Science Jobs

Political Science Degree

 

Economics

 

Jobs for Economics Majors

City Planner Profile Video

Economics Major Info

Careers in Economics

 

 

Psychology

 

Psychology Careers

Psychology Major

Social Worker Profile Video

Psychology Major Info

Best Psychology Jobs

Careers in Psychology

 

Sociology

 

Jobs for Sociology Majors

Social Worker Profile Video

Sociology Major Info

 

Environmental

 

Environmental Careers

Environmental Profile Video

Environmental Studies Major Info

City Planner Profile Video

 

Religion|Theology

 

Theology Degree

Chaplain Profile Video

Religion Major Info

Theology Career Paths

Faith Based Jobs

 

 

CAREER INFORMATION
 

It is very important that you thoroughly investigate your career options. Effectively investigating or researching a particular career involves gathering as much relevant data as possible. The best sources of viable information related to careers are printed materials, internet resources, people in the field, and your own firsthand personal experience.

By using the resources you have available to you to research and explore your career options, you can enter the job market well prepared. Moreover, you will develop a great sense of confidence and focus that will give you increased credibility and empower you as you venture forward in pursuit of your career.

To be successful in your serious career exploration activities, become proficient in the use of all of the most comprehensive research tools available to you... the library... publications… the internet... information interviews... mentoring activities… job shadowing. Be a tireless investigator. Be informed. Gather as much information and data as you can from a variety of sources.

 

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