Career Research Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Major career decisions should be made after a person has completed informal research.

False

There are pros and cons for doing temp work.

True

Describe at least three types of activities you could do to learn more about a particular career.

Job shadow, intern, or participate in a cooperative program or in a service learning program.

A source for conducting formal research would include _____.

written reports Signup and view all the answers

List four questions you could ask during an exploratory interview.

How did you start your career? What does a typical workday look like? What education and training did you need? What do you enjoy most about your job? Signup and view all the answers

How can unpaid volunteer work help you choose a career?

By volunteering you are able to observe a career from the inside, gain experience and work skills, develop helpful contacts, and learn what employers want out of an employee. Signup and view all the answers

The best and most direct ways to learn about a career is to _____.

gain work experience in the field Signup and view all the answers

What are the pros and cons of using the Internet for researching career information?

The Internet is a great resource for finding career information, but there are also some downsides. It is quick and easy to access information, but it can be frustrating to find relevant sources and the credibility of information must be verified. Signup and view all the answers

List five work experience programs you can become involved in to further explore careers.

vocational education programs, cooperative programs, job shadowing, volunteer work, service learning, and internships. Signup and view all the answers

How can part-time or temporary work help you explore career choices?

Part-time or temporary work may give you an idea of what a particular job might be like, help you discover employee traits that are desired, and help you develop particular job skills. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Major Career Decisions

Major career decisions should follow informal research, not precede it.

Temp Work

Temp work offers both advantages and disadvantages for individuals exploring careers.

Career Learning Activities

Engaging in job shadowing, internships, or cooperative/service learning programs are effective ways to gain insights into specific careers.

Formal Research Sources

Written reports serve as credible sources for conducting formal career research.

Exploratory Interview Questions

Consider asking the following during exploratory interviews:
- How did you start your career?
- What does a typical workday look like?
- What education and training did you need?
- What do you enjoy most about your job?

Unpaid Volunteer Work

Volunteering allows individuals to observe careers firsthand, gain experience and skills, build networks, and understand employer expectations.

Direct Learning Methods

Gaining practical work experience in the relevant field is the most effective way to learn about a career.

Internet Research Pros and Cons

The Internet offers quick access to a variety of career resources, but requires critical evaluation of information for credibility due to the potential for unrelated or false content.

Work Experience Programs

Options for exploring careers through work experience include:
- Vocational education programs
- Cooperative programs
- Job shadowing
- Volunteer work
- Service learning
- Internships

Part-Time or Temporary Work Benefits

Part-time or temporary roles provide insights into job environments, highlight desirable employee traits, and help develop specific job skills.

Description

Engage with these flashcards to enhance your understanding of career research. Each card presents a statement about career decisions and temp work, helping you to clarify myths and facts. Dive deeper into effective ways to explore different career paths, including job shadowing and internships.