Exploring different career options means learning about various jobs and professions that exist in the world. It is like window shopping for your future career! This process involves researching different jobs, talking to people in various fields, and maybe even trying out some work experiences through internships or job shadowing.

Exploring different career options can help you:

1. Find your passion: By looking into different careers, you might discover a job you never knew about that sounds perfect for you.
2. Make better choices: The more you know about different careers, the better decisions you can make about your future. This can help you choose the right classes, or pick the best major for you.
3. Avoid future regrets: If you explore different options now, you are less likely to end up in a job you don’t like later.

Information

1. Understanding Your Major. Think about the subjects you are studying and the skills you are developing. Consider what interests you the most about your major and what you hope to achieve with it in the future.
2. Complete an Online Assessment tool – O’net Online

2(a). Visit the website O*NET Online to begin your research. This website provides detailed information about various occupations, including the skills, abilities, and knowledge required for each job.

2(b).  Use the search function to look for careers that are related to your major.

2 (c). As you explore different career options take notes on the following aspects of each occupation:

What are the main responsibilities of the job?

What kind of education or training is required for this career?

What is the average salary for this occupation, and what is the job outlook in the coming years?

What skills and abilities are important for success in this career?

2(d). Take some time to reflect on what you have learned. Consider the following questions:

Which careers stood out to you the most, and why?

Did any careers surprise you with their requirements or potential opportunities?

How do the careers you explored align with your interests and goals?

SUPPORT/FEEDBACK

1. MEC Career Management Center –   Career Management Contact Information    website:   https://www.mec.cuny.edu/student-success/career-management/resources/
2. For those in AGRO 103 course ( Career Readiness Course), you can get feedback from your Professor.
3. Contact your advisors for assistance:

Dr. Rebecca Cenatus – rcenatus@mec.cuny.edu
Ms. Takisha Randall – Trandall@mec.cuny.edu
Dr. Jewel James – jjames@mec.cuny.edu