1. Created by Kathy Kelley
Career Investigation
Created by Kathy Kelley

2. Where do I begin?
"Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?" "That depends a good deal on where you want to get to," said the cat. "I don't much care where..." said Alice. "Then it doesn't matter which way you go," said the cat.
Lewis Carroll, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

3. The Career Process Take Assessments Research your interests
Analyze your research
Develop your career objective
Prepare for a Job Search
Look for a job
Life-long process

4. Career Tests
Assessments should include a component to measure personality, values, and interests.
You will take:
Type Focus – personality and interests
Texas Oscar –values
Rutgers's Online Career Tests – skills, interests, and values

5. Research Your Interests
There are many research tools available to you.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Texas Health Careers
Career One Stop
UC Berkeley Career Center
Research will help you narrow your options.

6. More Research Vocational Information http://www.khake.com/page2.html
What can I do with a major in,…
Job Hunter’s Bible:

7. Analyze Your Data Read articles or books Use research tools Volunteer
Obtain a part-time job, internship or summer employment in your area of interest
Join a related campus group
Join a professional organization

8. Develop a Career Objective
Form an objective statement that guides you towards a career decision
Evaluate how long you plan to spend in college
Consider your beliefs and assumptions about your goal and the process
My Plan is:

9. Obtain a Degree Plan
A degree plan is your road map to your educational goals.
It tells you the specific classes you need to complete.
A degree plan allows you to monitor your completion of requirements taking you closer towards graduation.

10. Prepare for the Job Search
Network
Compose a quality resume and cover letter
Practice interviewing skills
Identify job search resources
Create a portfolio of your best work
Gather letters of recommendation from previous employers

11. Portfolio Creation How to create an electronic portfolio: A sample:
A sample:
Resources:

12. Look for a Job Develop an action plan Refine your job search
Attend professional conferences
Network
Read professional journals

13. Once You Land a Job Career development is a lifelong process
Once you obtain a job, the career process begins again.
Maintain professional memberships
Network
Seek new online tools
Read
Learn what is innovative in your field