Career Project
Name______Date Nov. 4, 2010 Period______
Due Date March 15, 2011
Students will research a career of their choice. Their thesis statement is English will help me be successful in the field of ______. Students will have to research, record and take notes on their career. They need to know duties, responsibilities, training, education, requirements, salary (math link), benefits, perks, etc. These components will be written in their persuasive essays.
This project is in collaboration with all of your 8th grade teachers. You will notice a component of each of your classes in this project.
Rubric
You must have the following for the project:
1. Written notes or copies of research ______/100-technology link
2. Persuasive/Descriptive elements Essay final draft (typed-Computer Apps link) ______/100
3. Brainstorm ______/100
4. Rough Draft (with editing and peer editing) ______/100
5. Application (completed, from any company) ______/100
6. Resume (see sample-You will write a Black History Resume’ in Mrs. Royal’s class-Social Studies link) ______/100
7. Interview with professional-I want you to get first-hand information about working, dedication, responsibilities, etc. (This can be with someone, an adult, in your field or family member in any field or career-see sample questions) ______/100
8. Career Day (Nov. 9, 2010) questionnaire sheet______/100
9. Mock Interview_____/100
10. Oral Presentation/PowerPoint-You will need a removable disc______/100
Students are encouraged to bring some kind of props for their presentation.
Extra Credit______
Comments______
Please begin to gather these components for your project. Don’t wait until the last minute. We will be going to the lab and working on these and other assignments in class. Use your time wisely; however, you will be asked to complete the majority of outside of class. Use this sheet as your checklist as you gather your documents. You will turn in this sheet with your project.
I am also working on a “Welcome to the Real World” project for you. The Real World experience involves you being given pretend money, coming up with a budget, buying a pretend house, paying bills, purchasing a car, food, clothes and anything else that you would need to survive the Real World. You will learn check writing, budgeting, economy and many, many more Math and Economic skills-Social Studies link.
Science link-Let’s see how you choose your cars, by efficiency, motion, environmentally friendly or style.
Professional Interview
You will conduct an interview with a professional. While it would be great to actually interview someone in your field, it may not be feasible or possible. If you are not able to interview someone in the field of your choice or a related field, please interview a parent/guardian or adult family member, friend, church member, leader in community, etc. Write their responses in the space provided. Please thank the individual after before and after the interview for their time. These are good oral communication and visual skills. Please use appropriate language, body language and dress when you interview them. Mastering these skills will be vital to securing a job.
1. Why did you choose this career?
2. What drives you to do your job well?
3. What is a typical day like?
4. What do you like about your job? What do you dislike?
5. What is one thing that you really want me to know about your job?
Career Day Worksheet
November 9, 2010
Students, please answer the following questions by interviewing the individuals who are here for Career Day. You should try to interview at least 3 professional.
1. What kind of education or training is required for your career?
2. What is the entry level or starting out salary for your job?
3. In your career are you able to move or advance?
4. What types of jobs do you do?
5. How much job security do you have?
6. What areas of the country or world can you work in this career?
7. What made you choose this career?
8. Why would I want to do this job?
9. What other jobs can lead to this career?
10.What is your workday like?