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Career Exploration Tools

Students in Lauderdale County have access to career assessment and planning tools that match their interests and strengths to potential careers.
 
Available Tools:
  • Roadtrip Nation: Helps students through a dynamic career exploration resource where they can explore career pathways, discover majors, engage with interactive activities, watch video interviews with professionals, and create personalized action plans to guide their journey forward.
  • My Way Mississippi is a P-20 college access initiative of the Mississippi IHL, MDE, Mississippi Community College Board, and the Woodward Hinds Education Foundation. This site supports students in college planning, financial aid, and career exploration, and provides resources to help them secure a job.
  • The O*NET Interest Profiler helps decide what kinds of careers students might want to explore, can help students find out what their interests are, and how they relate to the world of work.
  • The Mississippi Top Jobs Explorer is a tool from Get2College designed to help residents explore career options within the state. It allows users to filter and sort by various criteria, such as salary, industry, region, and education level, to find suitable careers. 
  • AccelerateMS's Pathfinder resource provides information about the abundant career options in sectors like advanced manufacturing, energy, healthcare, logistics, and information technology. These fields, highlighted by industry leaders, offer high-paying positions and allow students to discover their ideal career, explore training programs, and access job opportunities in dynamic industries powered by cutting-edge technology.
  • Varsity Tutors: Resources and classes focused on preparing students for life after high school, including SAT/ACT prep, college admissions support, and career exploration.
  • Level All: Helps students explore careers and build journeys aligned to their goals.
  • MSGradJobs: Explore real Mississippi job opportunities tied to academic preparation. MS Grad Jobs brings together Mississippi employers with job seekers who want to build a great life for themselves in Mississippi. This website enables students and families to search for jobs that fit their major. Additionally, students and families can sign up to receive periodic emails that highlight opportunities well-suited for individuals with specific interests and educational backgrounds. This site is open to anyone, but the job search results are tailored to display positions that require a higher level of education.