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.