Government Sites
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BLS Career Information
 - Tells about jobs for kids who like: Music/Arts, Science,
P.E./Outdoors, Social Studies, Reading, Math. From the U.S.
Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics. |
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Career Voyages
- A successful career starts with a good high school education. Work
experience, on-the-job training, associate degrees, vocational
certifications, as well as 4-year college degrees can all lead to
good-paying jobs with rewarding futures. This site shows you how to
start exploring different career options. |
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Education and Careers in
Transportation
- This site of the
Bureau of Transportation Statistics, Department of Transportation is
designed to interest students of all ages in the Transportation
Industry. It includes information, as well as fun puzzlers,
activities and things to think about. |
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Girl Power - Girls at Work
- This site features information on careers for women in the science
and technology fields. |
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Life Works - Office of Science
Education
- Learn about different
health and medical science careers. You can read "Success Stories"
which are interviews with real people in various job positions, such
as science writer, health educator, medical scientist and much more. |
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NASA Educator Astronaut
Program
- Learn about astronaut
school, living in space, and the crew here on earth. You can also
nominate your teacher for NASA's educator astronaut program. |
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Scientists in Action
- News about careers in the natural sciences. Includes careers in
mapping the planets, sampling the ocean floor, protecting wildlife,
and forecasting volcanic eruptions. |
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The Federal Courtroom
- A look inside the Federal Courtroom with the U.S. Attorneys
office. |
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U.S. Department of State for
Youth
- Although headquartered in
Washington, DC, the Department of State's embassies span the world
in more than 190 countries. The diplomats who work in these
embassies come from all over the United States and represent a
variety of backgrounds. Can you see yourself as a diplomat someday? |
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When I Grow Up
- Learn about different career opportunities at the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office! Now more than ever, patent and trademark
protection encourages businesses to invest in the research,
development and marketing vital to the economy and helps to promote
the progress of science and technology. |
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Women of NASA
- The Women of NASA resource was developed to encourage more young
women to pursue careers in math, science, and technology. |
Organization Sites
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American Dental Association's
Career Resources
- Would you like
the opportunity to provide a needed health service and create
healthy smiles? Learn more about the various careers in the dental
profession. |
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America's Career InfoNET
- Find out how much different careers pay in different parts of the
country and how much education and training are needed. Look at
videos of careers in action. Smart career decisions start here! |
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Aquarium Careers - Monterey
Bay Aquarium
- Even if you love
the seas, but get seasick as soon as you leave the shore, you can
still find a marine-related career that suits your talents and
interests. |
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Careers in Veterinary Medicine
- The American Veterinary Medical Association has created a site
that has everything you need to know about becoming a Veterinary
Specialist. |
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GetTech.org
- Have you ever wondered about the world of technology behind the
things in your life? Technology is EVERYWHERE! From the moment your
alarm goes off in the morning -- until you turn off your light at
night -- there is a behind-the-scenes world you never imagined!
Click here and learn about the technology in their world -- and the
opportunities for your future! |
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Girls Go Tech - Careers You
Can Count On
- Careers in math,
science and technology are as varied as they are exciting. |
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Is the Past in your Future?
- This site looks at the importance of and careers in historical
archaeology. |
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Job Profiles: Working at the
San Diego Zoo
- There are so many
jobs you can do at the zoo. Learn about working with animals,
plants, science, conservation, and much, much more. |
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National Engineers Week Future
City Completion ™
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competition employs a team-based approach for 7th and 8th grade
students to design their city of the future. A computer software
system is used to make decisions about existing and new technologies
and city operations, and watch their city grow. |
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Role Model Project for Girls
- This site is a "sampler" and is meant to give girls an idea of the
breadth of their choices, encourage them to explore ideas that they
may not have thought possible before, and offer ideas about how they
could achieve their goals. |
Education Sites
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Animal Doc Com
- Ever think about being a veterinarian? Find out what vet students
are learning about dogs, horses, sheep, cattle, llamas, and more. |
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Career Information
- Career information for kids who like music, art, science, reading,
math... |
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Career Planning Process
- The Career Planning/Competency Model encourages individuals to
explore and gather information which enables them to synthesize,
gain competencies, make decisions, set goals and take action. |
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Guide to the Business of
Babysitting
- Are you ready ro be
responsible and to work with families who might be different from
your own? The purpose of this site is to prepare potential
babysitters with the knowledge & skills necessary to care for
children. |
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Jobsmart Career Guide
- Whether you're starting, continuing or changing...you need
information to plan your next move..including Free Online Career
Tests. |
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Virtual Reference Desk
Learning Center
- The VRD Learning
Center can help you find information and answers to your questions
about school subjects, fascinating facts, research topics, and more! |
Commercial Sites
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Be A Habitat Hero!
- This National Geographic's site allows you to expand your mind as
you come to the rescue of our habitats. While you're getting up
close and personal with earth’s six habitats, you can also get the
scoop on protected lands, biodiversity, urban sprawl, conservation
and population. |
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What Do They Do?
- Learn about what people do at work and how they make our world a
better place. |
Careers