Skill Builder Lab

Career Fields

Three Related Career Fields

1. Architecture

Plans and designs buildings, creates blueprints, and checks that spaces meet safety codes.

Main skills: Creative + Analytical

2. Manufacturing

Produces the materials, steel beams, glass panels, and mechanical parts used in construction.

Main skills: Technical + Hands-on

3. Logistics

Manages the shipment, storage, and scheduling of materials so job sites have what they need on time.

Main skills: Analytical + Technical

On Step 2 of the worksheet, you will select which of these three fields best fits your skills. Keep these differences in mind.

Specific Jobs

Careers in Design and Pre-Construction

What is pre-construction?

This is the planning phase before any building starts. Teams create drawings, run safety tests, and survey the land.

Where do they work?

Part of the time is spent in an office or studio using computer software, and part is spent on the actual job site.

4 Common Roles:

• Architect: Draws building plans and decides how spaces look and function.
• Structural Engineer: Calculates weight, wind, and material strength for safety.
• Surveying Technician: Measures land boundaries using GPS, lasers, and maps.
• Landscape Designer: Plans outdoor areas, walkways, plants, and water runoff.

These jobs require different training: some need an associate degree or certificate, others need a 4-year degree.

Resume Language

Rewriting Skills in Professional Language

Casual wording

"I play video games and build stuff."

Professional wording

"3D spatial modeling and layout design."

Casual wording

"I like drawing in my notebook."

Professional wording

"Drafting, sketching, and visual diagrams."

Casual wording

"I organize group projects."

Professional wording

"Project coordination and task scheduling."

On Step 3 of the worksheet, you will rewrite 3 of your own skills using clear, professional words.

Writing Structure

Writing a Summary and Introduction

3-Sentence Written Summary

Sentence 1: Role & Interest

"I am interested in becoming a [Role Title] with a focus on [Specific Area]."

Sentence 2: Core Skills

"My strongest skills are [Skill 1] and [Skill 2]."

Sentence 3: What You Contribute

"I work carefully and solve problems accurately on group projects."

30-Second Spoken Introduction

When introducing yourself to an employer, teacher, or partner:

Introduction: "Hello, my name is [Name], and I am focusing on..."

Main skills: "My main strengths are [Skill 1] and [Skill 2]..."

Conclusion: "I am looking forward to working on [type of project]."

Keep it clear, calm, and simple.

You will write both of these in Step 4 on page 2 of your worksheet.

Partner Activity

Partner Review Instructions

Person A • Speaker

Read Your Introduction (1 Minute)

Read your summary and 30-second introduction aloud to your partner. Speak clearly and at a normal pace.

"Hello, my name is [Name], and I am focusing on..."

Person B • Reviewer

Give 2 Pieces of Feedback (1 Minute)

Tell your partner two specific things:

• 1. One clear strength: "Your clearest skill was..."
• 2. One suggestion: "You could explain this part more clearly by..."

After 2 minutes, switch roles. Write down your partner's notes in Step 5 of the worksheet. Total time: 4 to 5 minutes

Next Steps

Worksheet Steps

Now that we have reviewed all slides, complete your worksheet in order:

1

Step 1: Skills

Write 10 of your skills and check the category for each one.

2

Step 2: Pathway

Pick one industry field and one specific role that fits your skills.

3 & 4

Steps 3 & 4: Write

Rewrite 3 skills in professional words, then write your summary and introduction.

5

Step 5: Review

Read your introduction to a partner, record their feedback, and make any edits.

You may look back at these slides while completing your worksheet. Open your worksheet to Step 1 to begin.

Skill 1

Professional wording

Skill 2

Professional wording

Skill 3

Professional wording

4 Step 4: Write Your Summary and Spoken Introduction

3-Sentence Written Summary (See Slide 8)

Sentence 1: State your role interest. Sentence 2: State your two main skills. Sentence 3: State what you contribute.

30-Second Spoken Introduction

Write what you will say aloud to introduce yourself to your partner:

5 Step 5: Partner Review and Revision

Follow Slide 9 Instructions

Partner Name:   1 min speaking + 1 min feedback

1. One clear strength identified by partner

2. One suggestion from partner

Revision: What changes did you make based on this feedback?

Career Worksheet (Page 2 of 2) Profile, Introduction & Partner Review