EDUC 1300
SEMESTER PROJECT
CAREER RESEARCH/ORAL PRESENTATION
No one can tell you what your life’s work is, but it is important that you
find it. There is a part of you that already knows; Affirm that part.
Willis W. Harman
Guidelines to complete your research paper:
Find at least three sources, which relate to your career choice. These sources can be
found in resource books, magazines, journals, interviews, databases, and internet
sites. Please make sure your sources are not any older than three to five years. You
can also review Chapters 12 to 14 (Textbook)
A. Define your career or career interest.
B. What is your specific Career Choice?
C. What are the qualifications for most jobs in this field? Is there a professional
exam? Is it required?
D. What degree plan is needed to make your specific career choice a reality? Stop by
or make an appointed at the counselor’s office and ask for a copy of your degree
plan.
E. What are typical starting salaries? With or without experiences?
F. Where are most jobs in this field located geographically? ( Not only In the state
of Texas)
G. What are some of the major companies that hire people in this career?
H. Where can one find an internship for this field of employment. List at least three.
I.
What professional organizations can you join within your chosen career? List at
least three professional organizations.
When answering the questions, restate the question, and write in complete
sentences. After typing and completing your answers, attach with it copied
sources from the library, internet, or interviews. Copied information is
necessary for you to receive a grade.
Extra Credit for 10 points each:
1. Write a letter to a potential internship employer requesting a meeting to
discuss internship possibilities within the company.
2. Interview someone who has the specific career choice you have chosen and
attach ten questions you used during the interview and the person’s
responses.