Career
Check out some great resources for Career Exploration!
One of the first things you want to do when looking for a career is determine your strengths interests and values. Here are a few resources for career assessment to help you along the way!
What kind of job industries are growing in San Diego?
sdwp_prioritysector_advancedmanufacturing_bifold_2017.pdfAdvanced Manufacturing
Advanced Manufacturing uses technology to create products for people and businesses. Some related industries include: electronics, aerospace, fabrication metals, biotechnology and maritime.
sdwp_prioritysector_cleanenergy_bifold_2017.pdfClean Energy
Clean Energy involves researching and applying energy solutions that help the environment. Jobs in this sector include, building/construction, electricians, engineers, HVAC installers and heavy equipment operators.
sdwp_prioritysector_healthcare_bifold_2017.pdfHealth Care
Health Care combines technology and empathy to help people stay healthy and get well. Jobs include doctors, nurses, medical assistants, home health aides, lab technicians, medical records technicians and social workers.
sdwp_prioritysector_ict_bifold_2017.pdfInformation & Communication Technologies
Informaiton and Communication Technologies, or ICT, is the sector that develops products and services in telecommunications, video gaming, cyber security and analyzing data. Jobs include software/app developers, computer support specialists, network administrators, computer programmers, graphic designers, web developers, and information security analysts.
sdwp_prioritysector_lifesciences_bifold_2017.pdfLife Sciences
Life Sciences, or biotechnology, includes a variety of fields like medical devices, therapeutics and medication development. San Diego is ranked one of the top 5 Life Science regions in the US. Jobs in this sector include medical scientists, software/app developers, bio technicians, software developers, general/operational managers, customer service representatives, secretaries and inspectors/testers.