Explore Careers
it's okay to be undecided or confused!
This is a life-long process.
You'll repeat this cycle many times throughout your life as your interests, skills, and needs develop and change.
Focus on Self & Explore Options: Use the resources on this page to learn about yourself and possible careers.
Pursue Expertise: explore the Internships & Opportunities page, take a college class, talk to your teachers!
Launch Your Search: juniors will prepare a resume, cover letter and job application in advisory class and participate in a mock interview during the spring semester.
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A JOB AND A CAREER?
Watch this video to see the 6 key differences
Other Terms to Know:
Occupation: a broad term that describes a career field. For example, Engineering or Journalism.
Profession: jobs that require specialized skills and training, such as being a doctor or lawyer.
Read this article to learn more.
Career Exploration Websites
Directions:
Use the tools on any of these websites to learn more about your interests and explore careers.
Each site has its own style. Try as many as you like!
Search careers by industry, job title, or get suggestions based on your interests. En español
Browse careers that match you
A variety of professionals share what they do, how they do it, and the path that took them there.
what skills are most in demand?
You are learning both hard and soft skills in ALL of your classes at LAHSA!
What is Emotional Intelligence? Watch this video from The Harvard Business Review to learn more.
how are my theatre classes preparing me for careers in any industry?
YOU ARE LEARNING TRANSFERABLE SKILLS: these are skills that are needed in many different industries, not just the arts. You take these with you to every job you have.
Look at the images below to see all of the transferable skills you are developing in your theatre classes and through our LAHSA productions!
What are the fastest growing jobs?
Explore the posters below to see the fastest growing jobs in each industry sector. The data is from the US Bureau of Labor & Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook. Learn about the BLS here.
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