Career Planning

Where will you be working?

Now is the time to think about who you are, what you like to do, and what you do well. Try some of the sites below to get to know yourself better.

Where Do I Begin?

College Board Search

Kiersey Temperament Sorter
Lots of theories exist to divide people into personality categories. This site provides you with instantly calculated results that give 16 different types and explains what makes them unique. You can't fail this test!

University of Waterloo Career Development Manual
Online version of an excellent career guide, with extensive forms for evaluating personal characteristics and skills.

U.S. Occupational Outlook Handbook
Interested in knowing what you can expect if you want to be a computer programmer, editor, teacher, or another job? Look here for projected salary information and insight into what education you need to meet your goals.

JobStar California
Think just because you've never had a "real" job that a resume won't help? By writing out your extracurricular activities and part-time work in a formal way, you'll be better prepared to fill out applications for college and part-time work. Get tips on how to write your resume.

Darien Library College Information
Librarian-selected web sites covering various aspects of the college hunt, from finding a school to getting financial aid.

Books at the Library

Darien Library Online Catalog
Not satisfied with what you find online? Check out the library catalog for SUBJECT: vocational guidance. You'll find over a hundred books on selecting the career that's right for you.