Careers - Teens

The manufacturing sector is growing and evolving, but at the same time, some jobs for production workers are on the decline. That's because machines and robots perform many tasks once done by humans. The result is a need for new kinds of production workers...

Virtual reality is exploding, with entertainment and technology companies racing to get in the game. Developers with experience in this cutting edge technology are in high demand. What the job entails, what it pays, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry...

This book discusses careers for people interested in how government and politics shape daily life in the United States. Careers discussed in this book include staffers who work for members of Congress, journalists, lawyers, social activists, and teachers.Author: Michael V. UschanISBN-10: 1682820009ISBN-13: 9781682820001Publisher: Referencepoint...

With a little resourcefulness, creative types can find satisfactionand earn a livingby pursing their passion for the arts. Graphic arts is one of several career possibilities covered. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry...

People across the world rely on electricians to heat and air-condition buildings and keep appliances functioning. This accessible book gives readers a detailed look at the various jobs available for electricians, including installing electrical systems, working on power lines, and installing phone and computer...

With automation arriving, all industries need coders behind the scenes. The food industry is no exception. This insightful book guides future computer science experts on a path to success, from which high school and college classes to take, to a thorough overview of potential...

Behind every website that a user accesses, there is a team of web developers writing markup and coding each page to maximize efficiency and the user experience. In our increasingly technological society, jobs in web development stand out as profitable opportunities that may open...

As apps, online shopping, and automated services expand in scope, software engineering, the development, operation, and maintenance of software, is a career growing in scope and salary. While software development may initially evoke images of a high-tech computer lab, in reality, software engineering is...

Computer science is one of the hottest and most in-demand professional fields. Within computer science, hardware engineering offers many exciting career opportunities, including designing new hardware and managing computer network security. With more women entering STEM fields, this book provides a much-needed practical guide...

The computer has made drastic, long-term changes to modern education, not only for students but teachers, administrators, and others. Computer science merges with education in a variety of learning tools, blended and distance course options, virtual reality, games, and apps. This thorough guide provides...

School security can be a pretty tough job, it is not just about patrolling halls and checking in students for the day. Students and faculty today face a lot of potential dangers, including cyberbullying, drug use, and violence. A school resource or security officer...

Excellent teachers, coaches, and librarians often serve as sources of inspiration for their students, some of whom want to follow in their mentors' footsteps. This authoritative book offers useful information for those students who wish to become leaders in the world of education, be...

Spanning careers from data assistant to medical doctor, the health care field welcomes job-seekers who possess anything from basic certification to advanced degrees. Jobs can include behind-the-scenes responsibilities or more hands-on work with direct patient care. As this volume shows, students pursuing any of...

In today's technology-dependent world, seeking a career in information technology or information systems is both a pragmatic choice and an exciting, forward-thinking option. The demand for people to fill IT and IS positions is high, and the field is constantly evolving, offering plenty of...

For students seeking an exciting career in a financial field, bookkeeping and accounting can be an ideal choice. This resource provides students an overview of a career in bookkeeping and accounting, and shows them exactly how they can tailor their education to ensure the...

Nurses are in short supply, and the shortage will become greater in the future. Nursing schools are expanding the number and scope of the courses they provide in an attempt to address this shortage. Men, for whom nursing is considered a nontraditional profession, are...

Through computers, smartphones, and other digital devices, more shopping takes place online. As consumers turn to online retail for their shopping needs, companies need workers who can use computer technology efficiently and intelligently. This guidebook explores a number of promising career paths within online...

Video games don't appear fully formed. Behind every level, mechanic, character, and choice is a long process of thinking, testing, rewriting, and problem-solving that most players never see. This book pulls back that curtain and shows what actually goes into designing games-and what working...

Step inside the real world of forensic science-the place where science meets justice and every detail matters. From the moment evidence is discovered at a scene to the final verdict in a courtroom, forensic professionals use biology, chemistry, technology, and logic to uncover the...

Teachers play the vital role of educating and guiding the citizens of the future. Teaching can be a highly rewarding career for those who love working with children and who want to have a real influence on individuals and the wider society. This engrossing...

Computers play an integral role in the military's primary goal, defending the nation and its interests, and will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. Opportunities for computer science coding careers abound in weapons design, advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, sophisticated drones, and the...

The business of agriculture has historically been low-tech. However, computer science has revolutionized this industry. In this fascinating book, future coders will learn about innovations in agriculture such as robotics, self-driving tractors, automated irrigation systems, aerial and ground-based monitoring tools, drone and satellite surveillance,...

Smartphone apps can monitor your health. Three-D printing can make a prosthetic hand. Robotic exoskeletons allow paraplegics to stand and walk independently. Technology is transforming the world of healthcare. For those interested in pursuing a career in this field, coding and programming skills can...

The term "legal advocate" encompasses a growing field of advocacy that includes many social service areas, such as immigration law, environmental law, prisoner's rights, and sexual harassment law. This comprehensive guide to legal advocacy explores the opportunities available for those interested in the field,...

Veterans and military families have a wealth of stories and history to offer students and certain needs that can be filled by energetic, engaged, and caring young people. This type of service learning helps students put their history and social studies education into context....

Help your readers take an intriguing look at the careers open to the naturally organized student. There are the obvious choices such as personal assistant, travel agent, and retail manager. Add to those the emerging careers as life coach, wedding planner, and professional organizer....

Organizations in every industry from healthcare to finance rely on cybersecurity professionals to protect one of their most valuable assets, which is information. For those interested in both high-tech security and computer science, there are many roles and career opportunities from designing network security...

In recent years, computer programming, or coding, has become a core competency for all kinds of skilled workers, opening the door to a variety of jobs. Among these are jobs in internet security, which is a field that has grown in importance as more...

Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr., justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, once declared, "Taxes are what we pay for civilized society." The Internal Revenue Service includes the statement on a web page of inspirational and entertaining quotes on taxes, a subject about which many teens...

Movies and television don't magically appear on screen. They are built-slowly, carefully, and often under intense pressure-by thousands of people whose names you may only notice as the credits roll. This book pulls back the curtain on that world and shows what working in...

A STEM career in the sports industry can be amazing--but which one do you choose? This book explains all and shows students the path to their perfect job. It helps them explore their interests, personality type, likes and dislikes, and hopes so they can...

STEM careers in the construction industry are booming--but how do you find the one that's perfect for you? This book explains all and shows students the path to their ideal career. It helps them explore their interests, personality type, likes and dislikes, and hopes...

There are hundreds of exciting STEM careers in the renewable energy industry--but how can you pinpoint the perfect one? This book will help you nail it. This book takes students by the hand and sets them on their career pathway. It helps them explore...

It's not easy to find the perfect finance career--how do you figure out what's right for you? This book makes it easy. It takes students by the hand and helps them explore their interests, personality type, likes and dislikes, and hopes so they can...

A career in the space industry is exciting--but which one is your perfect fit? This book will help find it. It takes students by the hand and sets them on their ideal career pathway. It helps them explore their interests, personality type, likes and...

What does it truly mean to heal? In an age when technology diagnoses, robots assist in surgery, and artificial intelligence can predict disease, the human side of medicine still holds the greatest power. This book takes readers behind the white coat to explore the...

A dream of working in the Space Industry CAN come true - even if a role as an astronaut is NOT possible.Young girls and women can pursue a meaningful career in this industry in a wide variety of job positions. There is SO much...

Discover the Essential Guide to Navigating Adulthood with Confidence! Are you a teenager or young adult who is... Striving for independence but feeling insecure? Dealing with the consequences of overprotection? Overwhelmed by well-meaning advice from parents? Unsure how school connects to your future? Seeking...

"Reading this guidebook feels like having a wise, trusted mentor walk you through the essential lessons of adult life. With clarity and heart, Kathryn Nermoe gives students the skills they need to thrive financially and live with intention."Julene D. Nolan, Psy.D., LP, Nationally Certified...

If you've ever dreamed of helping animals, this is the guide you've been waiting for. Written just for teens, it shows you what it really takes to build a career making a difference for creatures big and small-whether you picture yourself saving a sick...

If you want to understand the general rules about how the world works and break free from a system that is keeping you stuck, then keep reading... We live in a world where is easy for the rich to keep their wealth and prosper...

Author: Magnolia ReedISBN-13: 9798348529338Publisher: BookishhiltonLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/16/2026Pages: 132Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.71lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.28d

Architecture isn't just about drawing buildings-it's about shaping how people live, connect, and experience the world. This book gives curious readers a behind-the-scenes look at what it really means to build a life in design. From the first sketches of an idea to the...

Author: Tammy GagneISBN-10: 1678212601ISBN-13: 9781678212605Publisher: Brightpoint PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2026Pages: 64Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.67lbsSize: 7.54h x 8.61w x 0.37d

For reasons of health and safety, all 2021 Harvard Summer School courses and activities will be offered online, and we will not be hosting a residential program for high school students. The feedback from our 2020 virtual programs from students and faculty was overwhelmingly...

Shaine Hobdy is a multi International Impact Book Awards Winner for Coach To ALIGN. This is the second book in Shaine's Leadership Series. This book helps teens discover how to FLEX their personalities - not to fake who they are, but to connect, communicate,...

This indispensable volume explores the range of jobs and settings in which one can work in the nursing field with two years or less of training, including certified nursing assistant, licensed practical nurse, licensed visiting nurse, registered nurse, clinical nurse, cardiac care nurse, labor...

Master Physics and Ace Your Exams - Internationally Aligned, Student-Approved!Struggling with Physics? This comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide is designed for IB, AP, IGCSE, A-Level, and other top international high school physics programs. Whether you're reviewing for finals or prepping for standardized exams, this book breaks...

Author: Denise T. HeldorferISBN-10: 1678212407ISBN-13: 9781678212407Publisher: Referencepoint PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2026Pages: 64Format: Hardcover

Nursing is one of the most trusted and respected careers in the world, but what does it really mean to step into that role? This book takes readers inside the fast-paced, challenging, and deeply rewarding world of nurses, offering a clear and engaging look...