MiCareerQuest
West Michigan

Research and identify career interests and activities that align to your academic and personal strengths. Complete career assessments and work values inventory. Develop study and time management skills. Develop soft skills/work ethics i.e., teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking skills, technological literacy, conflict resolution, etc. Create or continue to work on your Education Development Plan (EDP) with your counselor. If you do not have an EDP, begin journaling about your career goals, education, training goals, career options and step-by step plan of action to achieve goals.

Use search engine tools i.e., Xello [formerly Career Cruising], MI Bright Future, My Next Move, Pathfinder, Naviance, Kuder, Mavin, etc. to begin exploring career options. Meet with your counselor or advisor to plan courses and a career path. Attend career-specific exploration days i.e., Manufacturing Day, health occupations, construction days, etc. Visit Career and Technical Education (CTE) program tours. Attend college information nights and admission representation events. Attend business and industry guest speaker events. Learn about the CTE programs offered at your school.​ Job shadow. Volunteer with an area nonprofit agency.