Not sure what career is right for you?

• Remember the career exploration tools available via ACC Career Services

• Did you take EDUC-1300 (or 1200 or 1100)?  You probably took the FOCUS-2 test.  What were the results?

• Explore careers via the Bureau of Labor Statistic Occupational Outlook Handbook.  To use this tool, you will want to search specific careers and not just general subjects like "science."  The reason I like this tool is that once you click into a specific occupation, you will see tabs summarizing the job, how to become one, the job outlook, and much more!

• Seek out an internship or other opportunity to shadow/find mentors in the field.  I have collected some research/internship opportunities here.

• Money may not buy happiness, but it sure can relieve a lot of anxiety.  Texas Reality Check is a tool for estimating living expenses and what you'll need to earn for that quality of life.

Are you a woman curious about a career in STEM?

ACC's Teaching & Learning Excellence Division partnered with Career Services in Spring 2025 to host a panel discussion titled "Trailblazing Voices: Women Pioneers in STEM & Beyond" as part of their Cultural Mosaics Series.

Female ACC faculty, staff, and a student from engineering, science, mathematics, the Bioscience Incubator, sustainable agriculture, and other non-traditional fields shared their experiences, challenges, and successes in forging paths in non-traditional fields. 

You can read more about the panelists and get their contact information here.

Professional Organizations:

Professional Organizations' websites often post great information about career paths in their fields and other helpful resources.

The lists below are certainly not exhaustive, but they are a starting point!  If you are searching for a more narrow/unique field, there is probably a society for it!  Before you join any society you find in an online search, check for their credibility.

Note, joining professional organizations can get expensive, so I only recommend joining one if you are certain of your career path and really want access to resources reserved for members.  While there are often student discounts, students usually wait to join professional societies until closer to graduation from their bachelor's program or later.

ACC has a Career Services Department, and their website is here.  

From their webpage, you can find...

• how to connect with a career services specialist

• career exploration tools

• job postings (via Handshake)

• upcoming events

• and much more!

While the majority of students’ needs are effectively served by ACC Career & Transfer Specialists, ACC Career Counselors are available to serve individuals who need further exploration and guidance navigating life’s journey and its associated challenges.