Career

Explore Careers. Build Skills. Plan Your Future.

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Explore careers, complete career assessments, and discover careers that make your interests and strengths.

Get Career-Ready

Industry Credentials - Earn career skills and industry certifications while you're still in high school through CTE courses.
Build Your Resume - Create a simple one-page resume highlighting your education, skills, activities, volunteer work, and experience. Create a resume on Canva here.
Prepare for an Interview - Practice common interview questions and learn how to confidently talk about your skills and experience

Apprenticeships

The U.S. Department of Labor states that apprenticeships combine paid on the job training with classroom learning. Search for internships in the Richmond area (or elsewhere around the country) at Apprenticeships USA.

Options After High School

Career Certifications

Short-term training programs can prepare you for careers in areas such as healthcare, technology, skilled trades, transportation, and more. Search through FastForward: Credentials for Careers that Matter for local credentials available (ex: Truck Driving/CDL, Pharmacy Tech, Clinical Medical Assistant, Plumbing Level 1, Hospitality & Tourism, etc.)

Trade & Technical Schools

Explore schools and programs that provide hands-on training for careers that don't require a traditional four-year degree. Explore Virginia Trade Schools through Find My Trade School. View the Hanover Career Counselor's list of Trade Schools here.

HCPS Career Expos

Students have the opportunity to participate in multiple Career Expo events each year to connect with local businesses and explore a variety of career options. Additionally, The Hanover Center for Trades and Technology hosts their own annual event. Career counselors have more information.

Talk with your school counselor or career counselor. They can help you explore careers, find training programs, prepare for employement, and plan your next steps!

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