Career Project (Essay and Presentation)
Research Essay Requirements
 Define your career or career interest. What is your specific career choice?
 What are the qualifications for most jobs in this field? Is there a professional exam? Is it
required?
 What type of classes will you need to have? Stop by or make an appointment at the
counselor’s office and ask for a copy of your degree plan. Attach the copy.

What are typical starting salaries? With or without experience?
 How many hours can you expect to work per week in this field?
 List and explain two positive and two negative aspects of this career.
 Where are most jobs in this field located geographically? (Not only in the state of Texas)
 What are some of the major companies/organizations that hire people in this career field?
 What professional organizations can you join within your chosen career? List at least
three professional organizations.
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. (Numerous templates can be found online)
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.
Career Presentation
Career identified
______10 pts.
Nature of the career (tasks/duties)
______20 pts.
Salary range
______10 pts.
Education requirements
______10 pts.
Two positive and negative aspects of this career
______10 pts.
Visual aid
______20pts.
Overall preparation of the presenter
______20 pts.