3. Inform Yourself Investigate a variety of career paths. Know the facts: • What qualifications are required? • Is there room for personal and professional growth? • Are there jobs open now? • What’s the projected growth? • W hat are the working conditions? 4. Prepare Yourself Get ready. Prepare your job- hunting tools. • Create a resumé and cover letter. • Contact people for references. • Investigate companies that interest you. (Use the library.) 5. Present Yourself Make yourself stand out! • Prepare a great resumé. • Create a cover letter for each company. The more knowledge you have about a chosen career, the better your decision will be. 1. Assess Yourself Employers are looking for certain skills and attitudes. Think about it: • What interests and skills have you developed? • What do you like best: working with people, things, or ideas? • What goals and values have you set for yourself? 2. Explore Possibilities Interested in a few careers? Check them out: • Search the web. • Volunteer or work part-time. • Get to know what they are all about through talking to people in a specific field, observing them at work, or visiting professional meetings. Network. • Find out about internships, summer jobs, and other options. TIP Thinking About Career Planning? THINK ABOUT YOUR COMMUNITY! Your community is one of your best resources for information on careers, finances, etc. See your academic advisor or counsellor. Get informed! Success doesn’t happen by itself. Make a plan! Chart your course! The sooner you start, the sooner you will begin to achieve your goals. Here are some tips to help you reach your destination. STEPS TO TAKE Don’t base important decisions on only one experience. Give everything a fair trial, and keep your options open. TIP R–16 RESOURCE PAGES
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