How Can I Use Summer Break to Explore Potential Career Paths Through Real-World Experience?
Summer break isn't just about sleeping in and binge-watching Netflix (though there's definitely time for that too!). It's actually the perfect opportunity to get real-world experience in fields you're considering for your future. And I'm not talking about generic "volunteer at the hospital" advice - I mean strategic, intentional career exploration that actually helps you make decisions.
Here's the thing most students don't realize: three days of job shadowing can teach you more about a career than three months of research online. There's just no substitute for seeing what professionals actually do day-to-day, what skills they use, and whether the reality matches your expectations.
But let's be strategic about this. Before you start reaching out to random professionals, take a step back and figure out what you're actually curious about. If you haven't already, grab our Career Prep Challenge - it walks you through personality testing, explores different fields, and gives you the framew...