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Local Employment / Career Opportunities
View a local listing of job opportunities available to students. This list is compiled by the DCSS Work-Based Learning coordinators and includes a comprehensive list of local businesses looking for students/young adults to fill open positions. Click here for the most up-to-date listing.
Career Exploration
Deciding on a career is a big step for students. Depending on the career a student desires, their path may lead to college, technical school, trade school, an apprenticeship, the world of work, or the military. The first step is to explore potential careers and to learn about one's self. The GA Futures website has many resources for helping students learn about themselves and explore career options. Click on the links below or reach out to your school counselor for additional support.
YouScience Program Check in (1).pdf
YouScience is an aptitude test that matches students up with careers after completing a series of brain games. Students take the YouScience inventory in 9th grade and can access their results anytime thereafter. The results from this inventory can help students narrow down career choices, open their minds to careers they had never considered, or affirm career options based on scientific analysis of the way they think, problem-solve, and process information. Students can access their YouScience results through Infinite Campus by choosing the SLDS Portal link. Students should see their counselor with any questions about YouScience.
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DCSS In-Demand Career Expo
Explore some of the most in-demand career areas and see where your passion leads you. Great info for student unsure of what they want to do and looking for careers with tremendous opportunity for growth and success. Click here to view the site and explore in-demand careers.
DCSS Career Planner
Preparing students for success after high school is an inherent component of the Douglas County School System's vision. Whether students plan to enter the workforce immediately or attend college after high school graduation, careful consideration of high school course options can impact their futures.
To better prepare students for the demands of the 21st century economy and for post-secondary education, the Douglas County School System has provided this planning guide for use by students and their parents.
This planning guide shows the clear connection between class work and future success, pointing out the relevance of academic learning in the classroom. It also provides information on a variety of occupations that differ in the scope of education and training required to obtain future employment.
Virtual Job Shadow
With over 1000 professionally produced job shadowing and career advice videos, VirtualJobShadow.com delivers an interactive and engaging career exploration experience that opens up a new world of opportunity.
Virtual Job Shadow is available to all DCSS students through the DCSS portal. From the main DCSS Portal page, scroll down until you see the Virtual Job Shadow icon and click to explore.
However you envision your future, the Georgia Student Finance Commission is here to help you achieve your goals. This guide will introduce you to college and career opportunities in Georgia, and the financial aid options available to you. Use the guide to be more informed, prepared and confident to pursue your postsecondary aspirations. Get started today by creating your student account at GAfutures.org.
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