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When is the best time for me to start looking into a career?

When is the best time for me to start looking into a career?

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Melissa’s Answer

In my experience, it is never too early to begin actively exploring what career may be best for you, but you don't need to feel pressured to make a final decision right away. If you’re still in high school, you can take steps to explore future careers and figure out what interests you and what may be a good fit. You can complete a summer internship in a field that interests you, take career interest tests to discover potential career paths that you may have never considered in the past, research the academic and professional requirements related to your current dream job(s), or get a part-time job to begin to develop your professional and/or people skills. If you are choosing to attend college and haven't decided on a career path when you start, that's okay! It is normal to start college by studying a variety of subjects before you decide firmly on a major or path to a certain field.
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Sanja’s Answer

It's never too early to start thinking about career and which route to take. Explore part time jobs, as much as possible and see what interests you the most and what's best for you. Shift education towards career you are interested as well, of course if possible. Take on line courses as well.
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Rebecca’s Answer

Thank you for your question. This is very common question with many students. In fact, there is no finite time you have to start thinking about your career. Having said that, it is better to decide you choose the major of high school.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about what you interest, e.g. your hobbies, your favorite subjects, etc. and the relevant careers
E.g. If you are interested in Maths, would you like to be an accountant, banker, engineering, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc.
If you are interested in Music, would you like to be a singer, musician, composer, music producer, music teacher, etc.
2. Find out more on these career and identify the careers you have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
4. Shortlist 1-2 careers you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subjects in the college
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
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