Author: CareerOneStop

Calling all pro athlete wannabees

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If you find yourself dreaming about a future as a professional athlete, you might wonder what it takes to get there.

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5 career ideas for introverts

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An introverted nature is almost always accompanied by some above-average abilities, such as strong observation, excellent listening skills, high degree of readiness and extreme attention to detail.

If you’re an introvert, then you should definitely choose a career that plays to your unique skills.

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I’m still in high school—why should I take an interest assessment?

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There’s one big reason to take an interest assessment when you’re starting to think about your future career plans: when you enjoy your job, you’re more likely to be good at it.

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5 tips for teens looking for a summer job

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Summer’s officially here, but it’s not too late to search for and land a summer job.

Follow these 5 tips to help make your search successful:

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‘Waiving’ goodbye to tuition: a college cost-cutting resource for foster youth

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As someone who’s been in foster care or wardship thinking about the possibility of college, you know that the road ahead isn’t going to be easy.

But did you know that most states offer major financial resources to help foster-involved young adults pursue their dreams through state college and training programs.

Job Clubs: Find support for your job search

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Looking for a job can be a lonely business.

Participating in a job club can give your job search structure and connection.

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Career and employment help for young adults

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Job seekers ages 16-24 have a new, mobile-friendly resource to help them plan their careers, explore education and training options, and search and apply for jobs: CareerOneStop’s GetMyFuture website!

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The Scholarship Finder: Tap into free money for college

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Thinking about college, a career school, or graduate school but wondering how you’re going to pay for it?

Along with filling out the FAFSA, you should also find and apply for many individual scholarships. CareerOneStop’s Scholarship Finder can help.

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Military to civilian transition? Resources are here to assist you

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For military service members, leaving the military may be a bigger challenge than the dangers and rigors of military service.

To support service members as they navigate the transition from active military duty, explore these excellent government-sponsored resources.

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Build your network through professional associations

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Whether you’re just starting out or already have an established career, a little bit of networking can pay off big.

CareerOneStop’s Professional Association Finder can help you locate professional networking groups in your field.

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