Career Readiness
Thinking about your future career
Planning for what comes after school can be challenging, not just after high school, but after all levels of education, including college and university. On this page, you will find resources designed to help you meet your career goals. While attending college or university is a great option, the ultimate goal is to pursue a career path that aligns with your interests and strengths. It is important to note that not all careers require a college or university degree.
Princeton ISD strives to ensure all students are college-ready; however, this does not mean all students are required to attend college. Teachers, counselors and administrators are committed to helping students feel prepared for whichever path they choose after high school.
Working after high school
In 2016, 69.7% of high school graduates in the United States enrolled in college immediately after summer vacation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, attending college directly after high school is not the right choice for everyone. Some students may feel tired of school or may not have enjoyed it, while others may prefer to take a break before continuing their education. For some graduates, choosing to work instead of attending college is a financial decision.
Career Search Options
O*NET: Your Tool for Career Exploration and Job Analysis
O*NET OnLine provides detailed descriptions of occupations and the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and human resources professionals, students, researchers, and others.
Roadtrip Nation provides an opportunity to explore, learn about, and view a wide range of careers and career pathways.
Using the link provided, scroll down to select how you would like to use the available search options.
Texas Career Check allows you to explore career options specific to Texas. It also provides information on career trends, which can help you make informed decisions about your future career path.
Workforce Solutions of Central Texas’ Youth Program, Wingspan, is dedicated to empowering young adults by guiding them through career exploration and helping them build a strong foundation of skills, training, and experience for future independence and success.
Apprenticeships as an option
Jump-start your future, develop your skills, learn from professionals, and build your career through an apprenticeship.
What Is an Apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway in which employers develop and prepare their future workforce. Individuals gain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally recognized, portable credential.
Employers may choose to register their programs with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to demonstrate that their apprenticeship programs meet national quality standards for job seekers.
Learn All About Apprenticeships
This document is a fact sheet about apprenticeships. Click on it to learn more and determine whether this pathway may be a good fit for you.
Apprenticeship. gov is a website where you can search for apprenticeship opportunities across the country and explore different career fields.
Apprenticeships provide an opportunity to earn money while learning a trade or skill, rather than taking on student loan debt.
Read this article about Apache Industrial Services, a Houston-based company that provides industrial services such as coating and linings. . The company offers an apprenticeship training program in which students complete two weeks of training before working alongside a journeyman. This serves as an example of what an apprenticeship experience can look like.