Whether you are a young adult seeking a career path, or an employment counselor for youth and young adults, check out these success stories from real people who have overcome barriers to achieve education and career success.
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Stories of success inspire young adults
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Your summer job: put it on a resume
Summer jobs provide income, work skills, awareness of which tasks you like or don’t like, experience managing your own money,and more.
Learn several great ways to highlight your summer job experience on a resume.
What can I do with a major in: Environmental Science
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A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science can open the door to a broad variety of roles and types of organizations.
Learn about Environmental Science careers and resources to find your direction in this exciting and expanding field.
The surprising value of a liberal arts education
If you’re weighing the pros and cons of a liberal arts major, there’s a book you may want to consult before you jettison a field you are passionate about in favor of a degree that seems more marketable.
You Can Do Anything: The Surprising Power of a “Useless” Liberal Arts Education by George Anders.
Try out manufacturing for a day
October’s National Manufacturing Day aims to “inspire the next generation of manufacturers.”
There are more than 2,500 events scheduled throughout the country on October 5.
Wondering about a career in entertainment?
The dazzle of being on camera or stage! The thrill of performing! The attention and applause!
Is your ultimate dream to work in the entertainment industry?
Independence on the job
As we approach the 4th of July holiday, it’s worth remembering that Independence Day celebrates our collective and individual freedom. That’s a value that’s present in nearly every facet of American life, including our work lives. At a workplace, expressing independence…
Spotlighting math careers on Pi Day!
If you’re a math teacher, or someone who just finds math fun or intriguing, the annual celebration of Pi Day is probably already on your calendar. For March 14, Pi Day 2018, CareerOneStop spotlights careers that rely on math skills.
3 steps to line up your summer internship
An internship may be a requirement of your program, but even if it isn’t required, an internship will enrich your skills, develop professional contacts, and grow your confidence.
Find out how to land your summer internship.
Career and Technical Education
If we told you that high school students can earn high school credits while taking skill training that prepares them for high-wage, high-demand careers, would you say that sounds too good to be true?