2024 Career Quiz Study Notes

2024 Career Quiz Study Notes

• Career 1: Meteorologist/Climate Scientist

  • Job: Provides weather information and related services in various fields.
  • Path: Requires degrees in Atmospheric Science, Earth Science, or related fields. May also need a related certification.

• Career 2: Appraiser

  • Job: Evaluates the economic value of real estate and other assets.
  • Skill Path: Requires passing an appraiser exam. May need an apprenticeship or practical experience.

• Career 3: Labor Lawyer

  • Job: Advises and represents employers and/or employees regarding labor laws.
  • Path: Law degree, likely specialized in labor law plus practice/experience.

• Career 4: Online Education Facilitator

  • Job: Helps manage study sites, online courses, or educational support for students.
  • Path: Degree in education or a related field, as well as specific experience in online teaching/learning platforms.

• Career 5: Mobile App Developer

  • Job: Creates and develops mobile applications for various platforms.
  • Path: Related degrees or certifications commonly include software engineering, computer science, or mobile development.

• Career 6: Conference Coordinator/Planner

  • Job: Plans and manages international conferences.
  • Path: Requires degrees in business, tourism, economics, and international relations or related fields, with certifications or practical experience in relevant areas preferred.

• Career 7: Customs Broker

  • Job: Handles customs procedures, international trade compliance, and/or manages a variety of other trade-related documents.
  • Path: Requires a related business degree. Often involves related certifications, as well as prior work experience.

• Career 8: Translator/Interpreter

  • Job: Facilitates communication between those speaking different languages.
  • Path: Requires language proficiency(s), typically a related degree or specific certification.

• Career 9: Patent Attorney

  • Job: Advises clients regarding patents, trademarks, or other intellectual property.
  • Path: Requires a law degree and passing the relevant legal licensure examinations of the region or country.

• Career 10: Actuary

  • Job: Calculates risks and potential outcomes for insurers, and others using statistical methods / mathematics.
  • Path: Very specialized degrees frequently needed, with significant mathematical/statistical experience.

• Career 11: Shipping Captain

  • Job: Guides ships through various waterways.
  • Path: Needs maritime degrees, related certifications, including several years of experience navigating a specific size/type of ship.

• Career 12: Brand Manager

  • Job: Oversees all aspects of a given brand.
  • Path: Business and marketing degrees, specific certifications, and related work experience are needed.

• Career 13: Barista

  • Job: Prepares and serves coffee drinks.
  • Path: Professional certification and/or training, alongside experience.

• Career 14: Sommelier

  • Job: Recommends and provides information on various wines based on customer preference.
  • Path: Needs advanced knowledge of wine and related education, certifications, and experience.

• Career 15: Sports Agent

  • Job: Manages the career of athletes.
  • Path: Related education in sports management and relevant certifications are common.

• Career 16: Investment Analyst (Financial Analyst)

  • Job: Evaluates investments and recommends optimal investment strategies.
  • Path: Usually involves degrees or certifications in Finance or Economics.

• Career 17: Visual Effects Artist

  • Job: Creates special effects in movies and videos.
  • Path: Requires specialized training or higher education in VFX. Possibly requires experience.

• Career 18: Legal Consultant (Foreign Law)

  • Job: Advises on foreign legal matters.
  • Path: Requires degrees in law in the foreign jurisdiction, as well as any relevant certifications or licenses in the home jurisdiction.

• Career 19: Currency Trader (Foreign Exchange)

  • Job: Trades currencies internationally.
  • Path: Requires experience with trading practices in the global currency exchange markets. Common qualifications usually include finance-relevant degrees.

• Career 20: Wedding Planner

  • Job: Plans and coordinates wedding-related events and functions.
  • Path: Specific education, training or certification(s) relevant to wedding planning, as well as a portfolio of work often are required.

• Career 21: Medical Coordinator

  • Job: Provides administrative and/or patient-related support services in hospitals or clinics.
  • Path: Requires completing medical coordinator certifications or other relevant qualifications.

• Career 22: Image Consultant

  • Job: Offers guidance on personal image and appearance.
  • Path: Requires degrees or specific relevant training and experience in related fields.

• Career 23: Illustrator

  • Job: Creates visual designs for various media.
  • Path: Requires formal education or training in graphic arts or a related visual design field.

• Career 24: Perfumer

  • Job: Creates fragrances.
  • Path: Often requires scientific or related education and training. Professional training through related industries are likely required.

• Career 25: Copywriter

  • Job: Writes advertisements and marketing copy.
  • Path: Requires related degrees or writing experience in various formats. Experience in a related field may be needed and a demonstrable portfolio.