Career Research

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CCSS Writing 7 Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics resource for occupational information. This site provides occupation descriptions, work environment, how to become one, pay, a nd job outlook for future employment. http://www.bls.gov/ooh/ Career Survey 1. List the three Career Clusters identified through the s kills inventory. Give three occupations that are associated with the field that interest you. Career Field
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Occupation 1 Occupation 2 Occupation 3

2. Do you agree or disagree with the results from the Career Survey? In your response explain how the survey confirmed or confused your career path. 4-5 sentences

3. What type of career am I really most suited for? 1. _____________________ because _____________________________________ 2. _____________________ because _____________________________________ 4. Which career (listed above) do I think I would make the most money? _________________________________

5. Is money and great financial growth more important to me, or is my happiness and fulfillment more important and WHY? (4-5 sentences)

6. Choose one career field that interests you the most. List three extracurricular activities or part-time jobs you could be doing right now to see if that is a field youd like to work in. Career Field: ______________________________________

1. 2. 3. 7. Now that youve explored some career fields, select two specific occupations to research. Career 1: Yearly Pay: Hourly Pay: Briefly describe the occupation: What is the job outlook? List 3 potential Emplo yers (Companies) Ex. Google, Apple, Macys 1. 2. 3. Career 2: Yearly Pay: Hourly Pay: Briefly describe the occupation: What is the job outlook? List 3 potential Employers (Companies) Ex. Google, Apple, Macys 1. 2. 3.