Career Compass Worksheet
CAREER COMPASS
Guided Investigation & Industry Research
Field Research Log
Student Name:
Date:
Class / Period:
Target Career Title
Career Cluster / Industry
What sparked your interest in researching this occupation?
1
Role Breakdown & Daily Operations
Primary Job Duties & Daily Tasks (List at least 3 distinct responsibilities)
A.
B.
C.
Work Environment & Setting
Office / Desk
Remote / Home
Outdoors / Field
Lab / Hospital
Key Tools, Technology & Software Used
2
Preparation & Skill Requirements
Minimum Education / Degree / Apprenticeship
Required Licenses or Certifications
Technical / Hard Skills
Specific learned abilities, techniques, or subject expertise
Transferable / People Skills
Communication, leadership, problem-solving, adaptability
Career Exploration Unit • Career Investigation Page 1 of 2
02
REALITY CHECK & ACTION BLUEPRINT
Economic realities, self-reflection, and immediate next steps
Focus Career:
3
By The Numbers: Compensation & Growth
Entry-Level Pay
Median Annual Salary
Top-Tier Potential
Projected 10-Year Job Growth Rate & Demand
Rapid Growth (>8%)
Average (3-7%)
Declining (<2%)
Work Schedule & Lifestyle Pace
4
Personal Alignment & Reflection
Strengths & Interests Match
Which of your personal strengths or hobbies connect well with this job?
Potential Trade-offs & Hurdles
What parts of this career could be stressful, exhausting, or difficult for you?
Values Alignment: How does this career fit your preferred lifestyle, work-life balance, and long-term goals?
5
Action Blueprint & Career Verdict
Courses, Clubs, or Extracurriculars to Pursue Now
One Question for an Industry Professional
Overall Career Compatibility Rating: Based on your research, would you pursue this career path?
Not for Me
Maybe / Backup
Strong Contender
Top Dream Job
Career Exploration Unit • Guided Reflection Page 2 of 2