Honors Project

Ten Goals and Objectives

1. College/Major Awareness

  • Print out college and major information

  • License information

  • Onet

  • Cost of attending the school (under financial aid)

Resources:

Example 1

2. Complete a High School Resume

  • Professional resume

  • Cover letter

  • Reference sheet

      • Ask 3 people and add names to sheet

Resources:

Writing a Winning Resume

Cover Letter Example

Example 2

Example 3


3. Internship or Interview

  • Complete an internship and write a one page reflection paper

AND/OR

  • 10 questions and answers to someone in the field

4. Attend a College Tour

  • Write a one page reflection of your experience

Resources:

Script to Request a College Tour

5. Related to Your Career Choice or Interest

Resources:

Example 1

6. Related to Your Career Choice or Interest


7. Related to Your Career Choice or Interest

Resources:

Example 1

8. Related to Your Career Choice or Interest


9. Mock Interview

  • Come prepared for a mock interview that will simulate a potential first job or internship interview.

Resources:

Sample Interview Thank You/Follow-Up Letter

10. Reality

  • Choose a job position that is currently open.

  • Print out the job posting.

  • Log onto Zillow.com and find an apartment or house

  • Provide a financial aid package (if available) for the college you want to attend.

  • Print out information on buying or leasing a vehicle.

  • Create a budget

      • Monthly income

      • Rent or mortgage

      • Utilities

      • Groceries

      • Gas

      • Internet/phone

      • Vehicle

      • Credit cards

      • Health insurance

      • Student loans

      • Savings

Resources:

Example 1