Hey everyone! I am a high school sophomore preparing to register for classes for next year later this week. I realize its a bit absurd to think that I can pick out a future career when I am only 15, but allow me to tell you a few of my interests in case you have a suggestion for a career path, broad or specific, that I might enjoy. Knowing a general path will help me make good choices for next year's classes.
-I am considered to have exceptional skills in writing, especially analytical and technical writing (though in other forms as well). I enjoy expressing myself on paper and am in advanced Language Arts classes to accommodate this.
-I am two years advanced in math, and understand mathematical concepts quickly. I enjoy both geometry-based and algebra-based math, but don't particularly like pure number crunching.
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2007-02-05 07:22:27 · 7 answers · asked by randomgirl 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
-I take advanced sciences, and grasp associated concepts rapidly. I find that I enjoy theoretical science, especially regarding cells and atoms, more than experimental science, though I am capable of performing and analyzing experiments.
-I am enrolled in advanced history courses, though they don’t interest me much at all. I maintain high A’s, but don’t easily recall and apply historical material.
-I have taken and enjoyed architectural classes.
-I work well in collaborative groups of 2-5 people.
-I enjoy leading others, whether in the classroom, on the field, or in student government.
-I want a job that I can leave when it is time to go home rather than take it and its stress with me everywhere else.
-I enjoy editing friends' papers for grammar and content.
-I don't want to choose a career just for money.
I know that was a lot of reading, but I sincerely appreciate the responses of anyone and everyone who gives me a legitimate suggestion. Thanks so much!
2007-02-05 07:25:09 · update #1
I don't think it's absurd at all! I'm 15 and I've basically mapped out my future XD
Anyway, you should DEFINITELY go to www.careercruising.com
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2007-02-05 07:32:14 · answer #1 · answered by booda2009 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It sounds as though your strengths are analytical and critical, in the best sense.
I'd say continue to explore the theoretical science - mathematics is the language of much of science, so the more fluently you can speak advanced mathematics, the more fields will be open to you.
the tv show Numb3rs shows the interface of a working theoretical scientist and crime detection. Now it is, in many ways, a silly show. But the underlying notion is sound, that science can be applied in many interesting and unusual ways.
Once you get into a field, you can more easily explore those. Physicists, for example, get involved in the design of concert halls, exploring accoustical properties of a performing space. Laser technology continues to find new applications with startling rapidity. And the work being done through dna studies is being felt everywhere - I just finished a fascinating book on the peoples in the Americas BEFORE Columbus - and much of what they are able to learn comes from those kinds of studies.
The other thing - stay loose. You might not find your "calling" until after college. Keep developing and playing with a variety of skills and abilities, including the writing and editing. The more open you are, the more chance you'll find what you really love.
Have fun on the way, or it's not worth making the trip
2007-02-05 07:35:01 · answer #2 · answered by Uncle John 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you are intelligent and can do well at anything you apply yourself to. I was going to suggest electrical engineering as you would have to use a combination of the skills you enjoy, however, engineering jobs can be stressful and you do wind up taking your job home with you. I am a hands-on type of person so even though I am a degreed engineer, I work in technical maintenance. The point is this, you need to know what you enjoy "doing". Learning about something is much different than doing it for a living. I would suggest looking at your life and seeing what you truly enjoy, what really gives you pleasure and satisfaction, and try to pick a career modeled around that. True success in life, I believe, is having a job you look foreword to doing. You can't help but be successful. Good Luck!
2007-02-05 07:39:52 · answer #3 · answered by kc17446 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You did an excellent job of stating your abilities and objectives; so, yes, you have terrific writing skills. Other than professional writers, I've rarely seen someone in their 20s -- even 30s -- who can express themselves as coherently.
Career paths? They are myriad, but here's some food for thought..... Technical manual copywriter; Science book/magazine editor; Medical/science magazine writer; Print journalism; TV science fact checker; and, Textbook writer/editor. These suggestions are based on your current interests and strengths. As you further your education you'll find your interests expanding to encompass other disciplines.
In the somewhat nearer term, I would advise you to think about summer internship programs in which you can participate while in college. For example, you might want to investigate Penguin Books which publishes educational as well as mainstream books. Internship programs provide you with invaluable experience and are good for filling out the resume; could result in excellent references (if you perform well); and, garner you a permanent job offer (if you perform very well).
Most importantly, summer internships will allow you to experience the actual joys and challenges of a career in which you think you might be interested. Of course, they rarely pay well, but that is outweighed by the fact that the experience they provide is priceless. If you demonstrate a high degree of motivation and perseverance, I don't see why you shouldn't be able to get into a decent internship program while still in high school.
I hope you find some of this useful. Good luck!
2007-02-05 08:08:39 · answer #4 · answered by Lady Yaz 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My advice is this, no choices, just something for you to think about... "Reach for the stars, follow your dreams, strive for success but never lose sight of the pursuit of happiness for you are never truely successful until you are happy."
I went to college for two years to study law. I have an associates degree but did not become a lawyer. I found happiness driving a truck... strange. I don't make the money I would make as a lawyer but I raised three kids, own my own house and now have five grandchildren.
I hope you do something good with your life also but keep in mind that life is really short. It seems like yesterday that I was 15 and thinking about what I wanted to do with my life.
Don't let money ruin your life, it's worthless if you're not happy. Surround yourself with family and good friends. You may not become a millionare but just remember Martha Stewart. Worth a couple hundred million and spent a year in prison cause she was so greedy she couldn't afford to lose 160,000 dollars. Ok, yes she had stupid lawyers since if you look into the history of what she did you'd find out. The selling of her stock was legal, her lawyer's advice of what to say to the police is what she went to prison for.
2007-02-05 07:45:26 · answer #5 · answered by old wizard 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-02 09:57:47 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should really look into psychology and it's many different branches.
2007-02-05 09:30:22 · answer #7 · answered by CoverMyEyes 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋