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When we explore, or study our options for employment, we carefully examine job descriptions. We determine how our goals, knowledge, experiences, and language abilities coincide with available work. We also think about the future and determine how available options will help us move to more responsible positions.
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General Job General Job AreasAreas
Sales and Service
Health Care
Construction
Industrial Manufacturing
Food Service
Hospitality
Transportation Materials
Management
Automotive
Electronics
Computers
Clerical
Child Care
Available jobs now and in the future . . .
in demand
in decline
Companies create new types of employment opportunities . . .
wind energy
solar energy
technology
Using the computer and the internet to find job descriptions . . .
specific tasks
qualifications
pay
Thinking about career ladders or career opportunity webs . . .
What can I do now?
What could I do in the future with more training and experience?
Entry-level jobs . . .
opportunities available to individuals with limited skills and education
first step to a successful career
Home Health Aide
Medical Assistant
Cardiovascular Technician
Career Opportunity Web
Personal and Home Care Aide
Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN)
Registered Nurse
Career Opportunity Web
Physical Therapy Assistant
Physical Therapist
Career Opportunity Web
Using the computer and the internet to find job openings . . .
one-stop centers
kiosks / stations
on-line job search
newspaper classifieds
Using networking to find job openings . . .
family members
friends “contacts”
Using networking to find job openings . . .
“I’m looking for work in retail sales. I have some experience operating a cash register. Would you let me know if you hear of any openings?”
Using networking to find job openings . . .
“I know you work at Crashco Body Shop. I’m looking for work in autobody repair. Here’s a card with my number. Would you call me if there are any opportunities at Crashco?” Jose Garcia
Looking for work in autobody repair
555-2222
Keeping good records of job descriptions and openings . . .
Exploring jobs one step at a time . . .
1.
Define a general job area that interests you.
2.
Find and read job descriptions.
Exploring jobs one step at a time . . .
3.
Determine which jobs you qualify for now.
3.
Determine which jobs you might qualify for in
the future with more training and experience.
Exploring jobs one step at a time . . .
4.
Locate job openings.
On-line
At One-Stop Centers
In the Newspapers
Through Networking
Exploring jobs one step at a time . . .
5.
Keep a notebook with job descriptions, information about job openings, and
possible future openings.
Explore Your Explore Your OptionsOptionskey vocabularykey vocabulary
Employability