1. Discovering Careers Master Student Map
Chapter Two
Discovering Careers
Master Student Map

2. Why this chapter matters …
By learning about the job market and discovering your skills, you can plan to channel your passions into a successful career.
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3. What is included … Procrastination time
Choosing who you want to be
You’ve got a world of choices
The world of work—an overview
It starts with skills
100 transferable skills
Ways to learn about careers
Create your career
Sample formats for career plans
Gearing up for a global economy
Explore vocational assessments
Testing your career plan—jumping into the job market
Gaining experience as an intern
Service learning: Career planning as contribution
Setting and achieving goals
Choosing a major
Power Process: “Love your problems (and experience your barriers)”
Master Student Profile: Lisa Price
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4. How you can use this chapter …
Expand your career options.
Find your place in the world of work through concrete experiences— informational interviews, internships, and more.
Choose a career that aligns with your interests, skills, and values.
Create a career plan.
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5. As you read, ask yourself: What if …
… I could create the career of my dreams—starting today?
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