Career Exploration
Career Exploration Opportunities
For students, deciding what career to pursue can be an overwhelming task. Students who have a general or specific idea of the career they would like to pursue have an easier time choosing a college major and getting started right away with the coursework required for that career. Our desire is to help students explore their strengths and interests, and to encourage self-awareness in these areas. We encourage career-related internships and summer jobs, and work with our students to help them through the process of finding a field of study that fits their unique strengths and interests.
Career Exploration Opportunities at LFHS:
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Students explore interest and personality inventories during Counseling Seminars and Scout Seminar
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Students have access to their Schoolinks account through their Clever login. Schoolinks is an all-in-one student success platform where students can explore careers and academic pathways. They can gain access to job and internship opportunities and build a resume along the way.
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The College & Career Resource Center (104) contains many books and resources on career exploration
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Throughout the year, Professional Panels are held during and after the school day (see our video library on the Career Connections web page).
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Students may seek to shadow a professional in the community for a period of time. For job shadow opportunities, please contact Dr. Patrick Sassen (psassen@lfschools.net) in Educational Services.
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A Summer Opportunities Fair is held in early March. Students can sign up with local businesses for summer jobs or internships.
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Students regularly have opportunities to go on Field Trips or hear from outside speakers about different careers.
