Career Research
When you begin to research a career choice, consider several factors:
- How the career supports your goals, values, and passions
- A description of the occupation
- Education, training or experience needed
- Salary, wage, and compensation
- Working conditions
- Location of employment
- Personality styles of people working in that field
- Employment trends and advancement issues
- The possibility of personal satisfaction
- The advantages and disadvantages for you
- The perceptions of people working in the field about what they do
- Related occupations
Informational Interviews Provide Perspective
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Indeed & Rio Salado Career Services: Job Search Academy
The Job Search Academy is a free, virtual career development program brought to you by Indeed and the Rio Salado Counseling & Career Services Department. The goal is to help you excel in your job search.
Please take the following steps as appropriate for you:
- Step 1: Review the Job Search Academy resources including the video sessions on job search, resume writing, interview prep, job offer evaluations, and career direction.
- Step 2: If desired, email Rio’s Career Services Office to discuss your interests, needs, and questions related to your career journey. [email protected].
Resources & tools available on Job Search Academy include:
- 5 Job Search Academy Video Sessions (Approximately 20 minutes each)
- Get Started with Indeed
- Optimize Your Indeed Profile
- Find Jobs on Indeed
- Manage your Indeed Profile