Benchmark Homework: Career Exploration/Short Research Paper
Research 2 or 3 career paths of interest in your prospective field. In 750 to 1,000 words, include the following:
1) Labor market and availability (e.g., location)
2) Income range
3) Education/training needed
4) Job availability
5) Future stability
6) Time Demands
7) Benefits
8) Challenges (e.g., burnout propensity)
9) Opportunities for advancement
10) Does it match your skill level?
11) Does it align with your personality? Value system?
12) Summarize which path best suits you and your career choices. Explain why.
13) Discuss any surprising factors surrounding the career paths of your prospective field.
At least two to three scholarly, peer reviewed sources published within the last five years are required for this homework.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
(1) The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
(2) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
(3) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.