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Who: YOU and a person you
will select! (We prefer that you not shadow your own parent. It is
acceptable, however, to be with someone at the same firm. You might also
consider exchanging with a friend to shadow one of her parents.)
What: This is a day for you to experience first hand how a
person functions on a job. You will select someone whose job you would
like to know more about or whose career you might consider for future
employment. During the day that you spend together, you will observe
things such as what activities are performed, what interactions occur, the
amount of variety in job tasks, the work environment and the degree of
independence in the job.
Where: At the selected person’s
place of employment.
When: A summer date that you arrange.
Why: The career choices you make affect your life and your
lifestyles. During at least some of your lifetime, whether you choose to
pursue a career, marriage, family, or some combination of these, you will
probably want or need to work. It makes sense to select an occupation that
is interesting and fulfilling for you. Career shadowing gives you a first
hand opportunity to evaluate an occupation you are considering. This is a
required activity and is needed to receive credit for guidance. The
one-eighth credit in Career Awareness/College Planning is required for
graduation.
How: Think about "what you want to be when you
grow up". Is there a career that you have always considered for yourself?
Did any of the careers you researched for Career Awareness interest you?
Is there a job you’ve heard of and would like to learn more about? Talk to
family members, friends and neighbors about their occupations. Make note
of those that interest you and ask the individual if he/she would be
willing to be shadowed for a day. You will make your own selection and
arrangements. For those who need additional suggestions, there is a list
in your packet of parents, Ursuline alumnae and others who are willing to
have you spend a day with them.
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