Career Exploration Opportunities
Black & Veatch Engineering Explorer due October 14
We are kicking off the 2025-2026 year for the Black & Veatch Engineering Explorer Post Program. This program offers 9th – 12th grade students an opportunity to explore various disciplines in Engineering.
Link for the Youth Explorer application - http://www.exploring.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/524-00919-Exploring-Youth-App_Oct-2019-Printing.pdf
SMSD Cybersecurity Team
Join our district-wide Cybersecurity Team, where they can develop critical problem-solving skills, engage in real-world competitions, and explore career opportunities in cybersecurity.
This is a great opportunity for students to learn more and see if cybersecurity is the right fit for them. No prior experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to learn!
Overland Park Police Explorers
Police Explorers program offers hands-on experience and a unique opportunity to learn about the field. An informational meeting will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:30 pm at 12400 Foster.
Explorers meet on the first and third Thursday of every month.
Want help building or improving your resume? Need interview tips for looking for an internship or job?
📅 Thursday, September 11th
🕗 Session 1: 8:40–10:15 AM
🕐 Session 2: 1:00–2:15 PM
🚍 Transportation provided
📄 Resume required – Resume Activity- used in the past if you need help starting a resume
🔗 Register on a student device here: Professional Skills Workshop
Meet 40+ business partners for career exploration and opportunities like job shadowing, mentorships, or internships. Talk to 18+ college reps and explore your future!
📅 Friday, September 19th
🕘 Session 1: 9:00–10:30 AM
🕥 Session 2: 10:10–11:30 AM
🚍 Bus required – Students cannot drive due to limited parking
🔗 Register on a student device here: Career & College Expo
Center for Academic Achievement (CAA) 8200 W. 71st Street
Career and Technical Campus (CTC) Project Blue Eagle 11475 W. 93rd Street
Shawnee Mission West
Welding
Shawnee Mission South
SMSD JROTC/Citizenship-Leadership Development
Coast Guard: https://www.gocoastguard.com
US Army: https://www.goarmy.com
US Navy: https://www.navy.mil/Resources/Fequently-Asked-Questions/
US Marine Corps: https://www.marines.com/faq.html
US Air Force: https://www.airforce.com/frequently-asked-questions
US Space Force: https://www.spaceforce.mil/About-Us/FAQs