Making a career plan is a matter of matching your skills and interests to an occupation to create a career goal, and then deciding the steps you need to take to reach that goal. Heres a sample:
My Career Plan
Career Goal:
To become a civil engineer. To design, plan, and supervise the construction of buildings, highways, and rapid transit systems.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in engineering.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Creativity.
Analytical mind.
Capacity for detail.
Presentation skills.
Writing skills.
Knowledge of physical sciences and mathematics.
Accreditation by Licensing Board.
Current Skills and Interests:
Summer worker for Smith Construction Co.
High School mathematics courses
High School science courses
Experience working as a team
Attended high school writing courses
Gave presentations in high school courses
Plan To Reach Career Goal:
Bachelor's Degree.
Attend the University of Texas School of Engineering
Job Experience
Continue working for Smith Construction Co.
Seek internships through University career placement office
Networking
Join campus organizations for engineering students
[Courtesy of Mapping Your Future.org / http://mapping-your-future.org/planning/careersa.htm ]
