Let's explore! What kind of job or career areas interest you?

Let's Explore Career Areas! Check out the job areas below by checking the box and watching short videos about different jobs. If you like a job area, keep it checked. You can choose as many as you want now. Your favorite choices will come next.

• Digital TechnologyiData Science & AI, Network Systems & Cybersecurity, IT Support & Services, Software Solutions, and Unmanned Vehicle Technology
• Financial ServicesiAccounting, Banking & Credit, Financial Strategy & Investments, Insurance, and Real Estate
• Arts, Entertainment, & DesigniDesign & Digital Arts, Fashion & Interiors, Fine Arts, Lighting & Sound Technology, Media Production & Broadcasting, and Performing Arts
• Hospitality and EventsiAccommodations, Conferences & Events, Culinary & Food Services, and Travel & Leisure
• EducationiEarly Childhood Development, Education Administration & Leadership, Teaching, Training, & Facilitation, and Learner Support & Community Engagement
• Healthcare and Human ServicesiBehavioral & Mental Health, Biotechnology Research & Development, Community & Social Services, Health Data & Administration, Personal Care Services, and Physical Health
• Public Services and SafetyiEmergency Response, Judicial Systems, Local, State, & Federal Services, Military & National Security, and Public Safety
• AgricultureiAgribusiness, Agricultural Technology & Automation, Animal Systems, Food Science & Processing, Plant Systems, and Water Systems
• Energy and Natural ResourcesiClean & Alternative Energy, Conservation & Land Management, Ecological Research & Development, Environmental Protection, Resource Extraction, and Utilities
• Advanced ManufacturingiEngineering, Industrial Machinery, Production & Automation, Robotics, and Safety & Quality Assurance
• ConstructioniArchitecture & Civil Engineering, Construction Planning & Development, Equipment Operation & Maintenance, and Skilled Trades
• Supply Chain and TransportationiAir & Space Transportation, Ground & Rail Transportation, Maintenance & Repair, Marine Transportation, Planning & Logistics, and Purchasing & Warehousing
• Marketing and SalesiMarketing & Advertising, Market Research, Analytics, & Ethics, Retail & Customer Experience, and Strategic Sales
• Management and EntrepreneurshipiBusiness Information Management, Entrepreneurship & Small Business, Leadership & Operations, Project Management, and Regulation

To reach my job or career goals after high school, I may need help with . . .

• Taking career surveysiFinding out what kinds of jobs might fit my interests and strengths.
• Learning about Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)iUnderstanding a program that helps people find jobs and get support at work.
• Creating a resume, job applications, and cover lettersiWriting down my skills and experiences to apply for jobs.
• Learning interviewing skillsiPracticing how to answer questions and show what I can do in a job interview.
• Going to career fair opportunitiesiVisiting events to meet employers and learn about jobs.
• Visiting job training and employment programsiSeeing different programs where I can learn job skills or get work experience.
• Understanding how benefits might change when I workiLearning how things like health care or money might change when I have a job.
• Talking to an employer about my disabilityiKnowing how to explain my needs or supports at work if I want to.
• Learning soft skills to get and keep a jobiPracticing things like teamwork, communication, and showing up on time.
• Learning about businesses in my areaiFinding out which local companies might have jobs that interest me.
• Learning how to use public transportationiUnderstanding bus routes, or other ways to get to work.
• Getting a driver’s license or state ID cardiLearning how to get official ID or drive to help me get to jobs.
• Having a job at schooliWorking at a job while still in school to practice skills.
• Volunteering in the communityiHelping out in my community to learn skills and gain experience.
• Collecting information I need to apply for a jobiGathering things like references, paperwork, or certificates.
• Help with finding a job during the school yeariGetting support to find work while I’m still in school.
• Job coaching support on the jobiHaving someone guide me while I learn and do my job.
• Finding tools or technology to help me at workiLearning about devices or software that make work easier.
• Learning how to manage my moneyiPracticing budgeting, saving, and using money responsibly.

To get ready for more education or job training after high school, I could use help with…

• Talking about my strengths and supportsiSharing what I’m good at and what helps me learn in school or training programs.
• Checking out colleges or job training programsiExploring schools or programs to see what interests me.
• Planning my high school classesiChoosing classes I need to graduate and ones that help me get ready for my future plans.
• Learning about tools and technologyiFinding devices or apps that can help me learn better.
• Getting help with schoolwork or learningiGetting support so I can do my best in my classes.
• Assistance with my academic needsiExtra help for subjects or skills I find difficult.
• Taking college-level courses while in high schooliLearning more about advanced classes before leaving high school.
• Planning college toursiVisiting schools to see if they’re a good fit for me.
• Talking with a military recruiteriLearning about opportunities and careers in the military.
• Preparing for and taking the ASVABiLearning more about and practicing for the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test.
• Learning how to get into college and ask for supportsiUnderstanding what I need to do to apply and get help if needed.
• Taking practice college entrance examsiPracticing tests like the ACT or COMPASS to get ready.
• Going over my college entrance test scoresiUnderstanding what my test scores mean for me.
• Learning what colleges neediKnowing what forms or paperwork, including information about my disability, are required.
• Learning and support about college financial aid and scholarshipsiFinding out about money I can apply for to help pay for school and help with filling out the forms.

After high school, I want to live . . .

• With my familyiStaying at home with my parents or guardian.
• In a dormiLiving at school in a room in a shared building with other students.
• In an apartment or house by myselfiLiving on my own, taking care of myself.
• In an apartment or house with a roommate or friendsiSharing a place with other people.
• Other Type other option

I do the following things on my own at home and in my community.

• Doing things around the houseiCooking, cleaning, doing laundry, or helping take care of where you live.
• Practicing skills in my communityiGoing places like the store, library, or park and knowing how to act or ask for help.
• Communicating with othersiTalking, listening, or using other ways (like texting or a device) to share your thoughts and needs.
• Managing and using moneyiKnowing how to earn, save, and spend money, or how to use a bank card safely.
• Planning meals and making healthy choicesiChoosing foods that help you stay healthy and learning how to plan or make meals.
• Understanding relationships, sex, and safetyiKnowing how to build healthy friendships and relationships and how to keep yourself safe.
• Using tools or technology I might need at homeiLearning to use things like a phone, computer, or smart device to help you stay independent.
• Communicating with my health care providersiTalking with my doctors, dentist, or therapist at appointments or online. Ask questions and understand what to do next to keep healthy.
• Knowing my medications and how to take themiUnderstanding what your medications are for and when and how to take them safely.
• Managing my timeiUsing a schedule or planner to be on time and finish tasks.
• Learning about places I could live after high schooliThinking about options like living with family, roommates, or on your own.
• Understanding my rights when I turn 18iLearning what changes when you become an adult, like signing forms or making decisions for yourself.
• Understanding adult responsibilitiesiLearning about things adults need to do, like paying bills or registering for Selective Service
• Talking about services I might need after high schooliTalking about supports that can help you with work, school, health or living your own.
• Staying safe in my communityiKnowing what to do in emergencies and how to stay safe when you’re out and about.
• Finding and using community resources that interest meiLearning about places or programs that match your interests or needs, like libraries, clubs, or community centers.
• Joining community activitiesiGetting involved in clubs, sports, volunteering, or events in your community.