1. Researching Careers
What You Should Know

2. What will I actually do? How much do you know about a specific job?
What does a typical day look like?
What type of skills are necessary for the job?
Using computers?
Leading others?
Operating machinery?
When will I work?
Would I be on-call during the night?
Will I have vacation days?

3. What About Education? How much education would I need? GED Associates
Technical
Four-year college degree
Master’s degree
PHD

4. Preparation What should I do to best prepare for a career area?
What classes should I take in high school?
What types of grades should I be getting?
Will I be able to afford secondary schooling?
Are there ways I can receive funding?
Grants, Scholarships
What skills will I need?
Can I volunteer somewhere?
Can I find a mentor?

5. Outlook and Wages Is this a growing (or decling) career area?
Can I get a job in Indiana?
Are there jobs in the United States?
How much does this job pay?
Does it provide benefits?
Vacation days
Health insurance

6. Resources LearnMoreIndiana.org Your Parents or Guardian
Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs
Career Profiles
Indiana Career Job
Your Parents or Guardian
Your School Counselor ;)