Government Sites
Career Voyages - (Department of Labor) - Do you know what you want to be
when you grow up? What job do you think you would like? At this fantastic website, you’ll learn all
about different jobs, their pay and growth prospects, and how to prepare for them.
Computer Hardware Engineer - (Bureau of Labor Statistics) - Computer
hardware engineers research, design, develop, test, and oversee the installation of computer
hardware. Computer hardware engineers are much like electronics engineers, but work only with
computers. The rapid advances in computers are a result of their work. To keep up, these workers must
stay up to date on what they know.
Computer Software Engineer - (Bureau of Labor Statistics) - The impact of
computers on our lives means there is a need to develop new software. Computer software engineers
apply computer science, engineering, and math to design, develop, and test software.
Computer Support Specialist - (Bureau of Labor Statistics) - Computer
support specialists help people use computers. When something goes wrong, support specialists figure
out why. Then, they try to fix it.
Database Administrator - Computer databases that store information on
customers, inventory, and projects are found in nearly every industry. Data must be stored, organized,
and managed. Database administrators work with database software to find ways to do this. They
identify user needs, set up computer databases, and test systems.
Designer
- (Bureau of Labor Statistics) - Are you creative? Designers have a desire to create; they mix
knowledge with artistic ability. Designers focus in a specific area of design, such as cars or websites.
Drafter -
Drafters make drawings and plans. Drafters use math and engineering skills to add numbers to their
drawings. They can turn someone's rough sketch into an exact drawing. Some plans show how to
make objects like toys, toasters, and machinery. Some plans are for larger things like houses and
office buildings.
Systems
Analyst - (Bureau of Labor Statistics) - These workers figure out how to use computers to
get things done. They tell businesses and other organizations which computers and software to buy,
and they decide how to get those tools to work together.
Teacher -
Teachers teach children to read, write, do math, and much more. They use games, videos,
computers, and other tools to teach children different subjects. Teachers show students skills. They
also explain information. Teachers plan their lessons before they teach.
Webmaster - (Bureau of Labor Statistics) - Webmasters make
websites; they turn words and art into Internet sites that people can use. They give computers
instructions about how words and art should look on the computer screen.
Other Resources
Girls Go Tech - Careers You Can Count On - Math, science and
technology are as varied as they are exciting. Find out more about the careers associated with
them.
The Fun Works - For Careers You Never Knew Existed - You may not
know now exactly what you want to do as an adult, but this site will help you start. Discover who you
are, what you like to do, and what you do best.
You Innovate 21 - It's Your Century - (Scholastic) - Get an understanding of
what innovation is, get the opportunity to become engaged in innovation and find amazing careers in
science, technology, engineering and math
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