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What career are you in, and what are some meaningful ways for a high schooler to get more involved in that field?

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Grant’s Answer

I am a technical writer (sometimes called a "professional explainer" <grin>)
For someone in High School (or Secondary School), I would recommend seeing if there is a chapter of the Society for Technical Communication in their area and attending some of their meetings (real or virtual). Like most professionals, Tech Writers love to talk about the pluses and minuses of their job. Beyond that, I'd suggest 1) looking up some books on the subject (there are quite a number out there), and 2) doing some self examination of what you like to "play" with. Use that engagement to begin filtering out fields that you are not interested in supporting, and focusing on the ones you are interested in.
Two aspects that you might not think of that would serve you well are 1) learning a second language (there is a huge demand for translation and verification of documents), and 2) doing Debate. The research and organization skills you learn there will really help you stand out and be a superior Technical writer.
Technical Writers and Editors do a lot of different things, from writing procedures to writing emergency documents, to creating slide decks and videos, so there is a lot of room for finding things to explain and ways to explain them.
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Marcia’s Answer

I would recommend, similar to Yaz's answer, doing some investigating in areas/fields that are of interest to you. Even if it is a summer job that isn't officially an internship but is within an industry or field that you are passionate about. For example, if you are interested in sustainability and environmental pursuits, could you work at a local recycling collection/sorting facility. If you are interested in medical, are there jobs in a local hospital or clinic that you could pursue. Also, do you know friends or family that are in fields that you may be interested in and could you do a job shadow or speak with them regarding their careers?
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Bea’s Answer

As a professional in the Information Technology sector, I'm involved in Sales at IBM, a leading company specializing in software, hardware, and services. If you're still in high school and interested in the IT field, there are numerous opportunities for you to explore. You can join tech-related clubs at your school or enroll in specific classes that teach computer programming or design. Moreover, don't hesitate to connect with people who are already working in this field. Ask them about their roles, their daily tasks, and see if any of it piques your interest. Best of luck on your journey!
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James Constantine’s Answer

At primary school in grade 5, I used to lecture the students of our class another class and so on and technology subjects one day I gave a lecture in 1966 that dealt with the atomic forces that incident positive protons and negative electrons experience when they tried to split the atom. Tne neutrons are successful in splitting the atom where the electrons and protons are not. Other teachers would visit our class and borrow me to give lessons to their class. In 1975 Started tutoring high school students.

in 1972 I commenced learning computer programming in high school.

In 1976 or started studying nutrition I was halfway through my bachelor's degree in biological chemistry at Griffith University in Brisbane. In 1978 after my degree I became an industrial chemist at the brewery. I soon tired of making beer and decided to get into medical education at the University of Queensland. I taught Medicine 2 and Dentistry 1 biochemistry.

I started studying to be a dietitian in 1986, doing the postgraduate diploma in nutrition and dietetics.

I combined programming with nutrition education.

You could study for an MS in nutrition and dietetics!
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Yaz’s Answer

As a Talent Acquisition recruiter for a worldwide organization, I highly recommend exploring internships during the summer to gain valuable experience in this field or any other. Additionally, consider seeking opportunities to shadow professionals, allowing you to observe and learn from their daily work routines. This hands-on approach can be incredibly beneficial and motivating for your career growth.
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