College Admissions: 11 Ways For Teens To Explore Careers This Summer
Monday, April 15, 2013
College-based Programs
If you have a budget, there are great programs for high school students on college campuses in the summer. Students can dabble in:
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Health Science professions at Dartmouth
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Engineering at Brown
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Business at UVM
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Game Design at Brandeis
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Law at BU
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Criminal Justice at Marist
- Fashion Design at Syracuse
Career Exploration on a Budget
If your budget is zero, then network with family friends or local businesses to find informal opportunities. Select one or two fields that interest you and create your own summer career trials. Colleges will respect your initiative and focus. Spend a few weeks:
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Shadowing a veterinarian, dentist or doctor
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Working as a helper in a law office, clothing store or local architectural/engineering firm
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Interning at a local newspaper or magazine
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Volunteering with an environmentally focused group, like Save the Bay or the Audubon Society
Summer is a great opportunity to explore career options that will help you determine a major in college. So, use your time wisely this summer as you add to your resume!
Cristiana Quinn, M.Ed. is the founder of College Admission Advisors, LLC which provides strategic, college counseling and athletic recruiting services for students. www.collegeadvisorsonline.com
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