Career exploration is a continual process that requires gathering information about yourself and about careers. Whether you are just beginning to think about a career or have a good idea of where you are heading, make sure you engage in self-assessment, career planning, and experiences that enhance your skills and build upon your strengths.
What you bring to your career is a unique combination of personal characteristics, educational background, and experience. Over time, career decisions change as your interests, values, and experiences change. Keep an open mind to new ideas and opportunities. Be thoughtful about your decisions and considerate of your dreams.
Career Exploration Guide.
You are encouraged to speak with a Human Ecology career counselor about your interests, aspirations, and concerns. After your initial meeting, you and your counselor may decide that a career testing tool may be useful in offering a new perspective on your skills and interests.
A variety of assessment tools are available at Cornell Career Services. Remember that assessment tools can be valuable aids in the career development process, but they do not replace your own wisdom and cannot make decisions for you.
