Careers

Don’t Delay — The Time to Plan is Today

If you have no idea what you would like to do with the rest of your life, that’s quite alright. You have come to the right place to help you figure it all out. On this page you can assess your interests, skills and even your personality. As you answer the assessment questions below, be as honest with yourself as possible so that you can get the results that will help you discover what careers might be a good match for you. Once you have established the basics, see what skills are required, take the right courses in school and search for the best post-secondary institutions to help you reach your goals.

In 2002, there were 1,197,988 black-owned businesses in the United States. New York, California and Florida took the lead with more than 100,000 black-owned businesses in their state, while Georgia and Texas followed with around 90,000.

Examine your interests to discover which career may be best for you.

Interest(s) Assessment

Occupations with Skill Descriptors

Personality Assessment

Click the link below to explore your entrepreneurial endeavors.

Small Business Administration

Take a closer look at numerous career fields and salary ranges.

A-Z List of Careers

Career Guide

Basic Career Videos and In-Demand Career Videos

Career Voyages – Good Jobs, Better Pay, Brighter Future

Employment Projections – Outlook from 2004-2014

Choose an internship that will benefit you to the fullest. It could lead to the optimal career boost for your professional journey.

INROADS

Internship Opportunities

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