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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Environmental Engineer

For Students 9th - 10th
There are so many kinds of engineers. The environmental engineer has the opportunity to have an impact on the quality of life of thousands, if not millions, of people because of the solutions to environmental problems they develop. This...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Emergency Management Specialist

For Students 9th - 10th
During natural or man-made emergencies, someone needs to be in charge of directing the assistance. That's where an emergency management specialist is called upon. Read about all the skills necessary for this career. This Science Buddies...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Civil Engineering Technician

For Students 9th - 10th
Civil engineering technicians help civil engineers in planning big projects such as building roads, dams, and waste treatment plants. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become a civil engineering technician, as...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Civil Engineers

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about the many aspects of the career of civil engineer. They plan and supervise the building of big projects. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become a civil engineer, as well as the education and...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Petroleum Engineer

For Students 9th - 10th
A career in petroleum engineering can take many paths. This profile from Science Buddies explains the education requirements and what the job could entail. You can read some interviews with people who are petroleum engineers, and watch a...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Aviation Inspector

For Students 9th - 10th
Because of the necessity of air travel of all types, there is a need for the aviation inspector. Read about the requirements for this career, the work environment, and the education requirements. Included is a video that shows an...
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Government of Alberta

Aop: Feed Mill Production Worker

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete job description for feed mill production worker that provides duties, skills and knowledge, preparation, wages and outlook (in Alberta, Canada.)
Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: What Interests You?

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the Bureau of Labor Statistics find out about possible careers in your future by selecting a job based on what school subject you like.
Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Computer Systems Design Career Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Department of Labor Career Guide that gives comprehensive information on data processing careers. Links include Nature of the Industry, Working Conditions, Employment, Earnings, Training and Advancement, Outlook, and Additional...
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Lodging Managers

For Students 9th - 10th
Great site to find detailed information on becoming a lodging manager. Everything about the job is presented on this site - the job description, the facts, education needed, as well as various links.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Becoming a Creative Director

For Teachers 6th - 8th
A lesson plan designed to have middle schoolers obtain the role of creative director for a clothing line. Through the instructional activity students will learn the qualifications, training, education, job requirements, and salary of a...
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Other

Graduating Engineer and Computer Careers Magazine: Aeronautical Engineering

For Students 9th - 10th
A career as an aeronautical engineer is profiled. Included are education, salary, job opportunities, plus two career biographies.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Physicist

For Students 9th - 10th
Physicist as a career is a very broad spectrum. This site from Science Buddies relates the general requirements and education needed to be a physicist and lists the many sub-fields in which physicists can specialize. Included is a video...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Genetic Counselor

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the career profile of the genetic counselor, who spends time with patients advising them of their options when deciding about the risks of genetic disease. Science Buddies lays out the educational requirements as well as the job...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Park Ranger

For Students 9th - 10th
Working in beautiful scenery is just one of the perks of being a park ranger. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become a park ranger, as well as the education and job description. Included are interviews with...
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Other

Scdnr: Careers in Marine Science

For Students 9th - 10th
So you want to be a Marine Scientist? Learn about the Marine Science field and the career planning process.
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Other

Career One Stop: Get My Future

For Students 9th - 10th
Great site to explore different careers, learn about the skills and education you need for specific careers, get information about growing industries, find out about job training programs, learn how to write a resume, and lots more.
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Other

Mapping Your Future: Explore Your Career

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about your options in higher education, and learn how to choose a career. Includes useful tips on job hunting, resume writing, and job interviewing techniques. Select the "en Espanol" link on the right side to view this resource...
Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Elementary, Middle, and High School Principals

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the profession of school principals, the job outlook, education required, and expected salary.
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Other

Career One Stop: Career and Cluster Videos

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource offers online career videos in 16 industry areas to learn about the type of work performed in a variety of jobs in each industry area.
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Recreation Workers

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about careers for recreation workers. Included is information on working conditions, training and job outlook, in addition to several other topics.
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Financial Managers

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of the education, experience, and skills that a financial manager needs. Includes job duties, working conditions, earnings and job outlook.
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Dancers and Choreographers

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource gives details about dancers and choreographers. Includes nature of the work, working conditions, training and qualifications, job outlook, earnings, and related occupations.
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US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Real Estate Brokers and Sales Agents

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out the training and education it takes to be a real estate broker or sales agent. Includes projected income ranges and the job outlook.