Climate Career Exploration
CLIMATE PROJECT/ LESSON 5.1ACTIVITY CLIMATE CAREER EXPLORATION1Unless otherwise noted, this work is licensed under CC BY 4.0. Credit: “Climate Career Exploration”, OER Project, https://www.oerproject.com/PurposeExplore different climate careers to think about your future and how you might help us achieve our climate goals. Process1.Pick two careers that interest you, andadd them to the table below. The Careers Charthas many options to choose from.Career Why it’s interestingHow it supports the development of climate solutions2.Choose one career to research further and complete the table below. Use the bullet points as a starting point for brainstorming—it’s OK if you don’t address each one. The following websites are a good place to start your research:•O*NET(the Occupational Information Network database)•Occupational Outlook Handbook•California Career ZoneMy chosen career:
CLIMATE PROJECT / LESSON 5.1ACTIVITYCLIMATE CAREER EXPLORATION2Guiding questionsNotesCareer Overview and Impact•What are the key tasks and responsibilities for this career?•How does this career contribute to society and the economy?•How is this career evolving with new technologies, policies, or global events?Skills, Education, and Preparation•What level of education (degrees, certifications, training) is typically required?•What skills are most important? (For example: technical, problem-solving, communication, leadership.)•Are there specific college majors, trade schools, or apprenticeship programs that lead to this career?Opportunities and Challenges•What are the biggest opportunities and challenges working in this career?•What emerging trends or new opportunities exist?
CLIMATE PROJECT / LESSON 5.1ACTIVITYCLIMATE CAREER EXPLORATION3Guiding questionsNotesRelevance to Climate Change•How does this career connect to climate change?•How might climate change affect this career in the future?Personal Perspective•Why does this career interest you personally?•What steps can someone take now to prepare for this career?•How can you explore this career further? (For example: job shadowing, volunteering, research, school courses.)