Interest Assessment
Directions:
Part 1
The purpose of this exercise is to clarify and determine your interests. As you answer these questions, put aside any preconceived notions. There is no right or wrong answer. Don’t think about what is realistic or likely. Let your imagination go and put down the first thoughts that occur to you. Complete the exercise in a career exploration/planning notebook.
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1. As a child, my favorite toy was...? |
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2. As a child, I remember liking…? |
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3. In grade school my favorite subject was...? |
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4. I was praised in grade school for my…? |
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5. If I had all the money I needed, I would spend my time…? |
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6. If I had a day to do a favorite thing, that I haven’t been able to do recently, I would…? |
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7. To relax, I like to…? |
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8. My three favorite classes in the past 2 years were…? |
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9. If I were to volunteer or give money to an organization it would be…because…? |
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10. I day dream about...? |
Part 2:
Reflection
In a career exploration/planning notebook record your thoughts in response to the following:
- Did any of your answers surprise you?
- Do you see any reoccurring ideas?
- What do your answers have in common?
- List some careers that might fit with these answers.
Example:
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Do you see any reoccurring ideas: |
Several answers have a common theme such as you like working with kids or outdoors |
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What do your answers have in common: |
Several answers demonstrate using a similar skill, such as planning or organizational skills |
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Careers that might fit: |
Camp Counselor or City Parks Program Director |
Summary:
In your notebook, make a list of your top 5 interests. Then continue with your career exploration completing the skills worksheet.| Continue your career exploration: | |
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