College & Career Prep Back

U.S. MILITARY

This session provides participants an opportunity to learn more about the U.S. military. Specifically, participants will understand how the mission, careers, and people of the military provide service to our country and contribute to our freedom.

TWENTY QUESTIONS

This session provides a “twenty questions” introduction to important ideas related to preparing for a career.

TOMORROW’S JOBS

Knowing what types of jobs are projected to grow helps participants prepare for the future.

THE GLOBAL WORKPLACE

In this session, participants will learn about the global workplace, including the growth of international trade and commerce, the increased use of technology, the employment of Americans in the United States by foreign-owned companies, and the consignment by American companies of work done out of the country.

Project Management

This session will present an overview of the project management discipline and will allow Explorers to participate in a project management case study.

PREPARING FOR CAREER EXPLORATION

This session is designed to help Explorers identify personal dispositions that may influence the type of career they may wish to pursue.

SETTING PRIORITIES: WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO YOU?

Getting the most out of your day is an art. Knowing what is important to you and being aware of time robbers can make a big difference in what you achieve in your day.

SELLING

In this session, participants will learn about the selling process, whether it involves selling an actual product or convincing others to see your point of view.

RESUMES AND REFERENCE LISTS

In this session, participants will learn the basics of creating a resume.

RESUME WRITING

Having a resume is the first step toward getting a job. This session provides an introduction to writing a resume.