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Wyoming Career Explorer

Wyoming Department of EmploymentCynthia A. Pomeroy, Director

Research & PlanningTom Gallagher, Manager

Prepared by:Krista R. Shinkle Phil EllsworthSylvia D. Jones Tobie Shinkle

Submitted for printing September 2006©2006 by the Wyoming Department of Employment, Research & Planning

Department of Employment Nondiscrimination StatementThe Department of Employment does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. It is our intention that allindividuals seeking services from our agency be given equal opportunity and that

eligibility decisions be based upon applicable statutes, rules, and regulations.

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The Wyoming Department of Employment,Recearch & Planning section would like to givespecial thanks to the Wyoming CareerExplorer Advisory Committee. Their help withthis publication is deeply appreciated.

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Table of Contents

Web.Watch 2

Petri Dishes and Percentages 4

Where Are You Headed? 6

Career Menu 10

Need More Career Options? 20

Money: How Much is Enough? 21

Strategies to Gain Experience 23

Got Skills? 24

Out of This World Resumes 25

Networking 29

Interview Secrets 30

Ace Your Interview 31

Do You Know Your Rights? 32

Set Your Sights High 34

What If 35

Research & Planning

Wyoming DOE


Petri Dishes and Percentages

Most people do not realize how manyoccupations fall within the category ofmath and science occupations. Whenwomen, especially, think about selectingan occupation in math or science, theyimmediately think about nursing.However, a career in nursing is not foreveryone. The good news is there areseveral occupations similar to nursingbut which perform slightly differenttasks. For instance, chiropractors,dental hygienists, optometrists,physician assistants, and respiratorytherapists all use very similar sets ofskills.

The most common math and scienceoccupations in Wyoming are shown inTable 1. Bookkeeping, accounting, &auditing clerks make up the largestgroup, employing 5,070 people in thestate. Registered nurses are second with3,940 people. Electricians, accountants& auditors, civil engineers, andpharmacists are among the top 10.

The fastest growing math and scienceoccupations are listed in Table 2. Whilethese occupations may not be thelargest right now, we expect them tobecome increasingly important over the

Classification Code and Title

43-3031 Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks

5,070

29-1111 Registered nurses 3,94031-1012 Nursing aides, orderlies,

and attendants2,990

47-2111 Electricians 2,02013-2011 Accountants and auditors 1,50043-3071 Tellers 1,32029-2061 Licensed practical and

licensed vocational nurses730

17-2051 Civil engineers 68013-2072 Loan officers 60031-9091 Dental assistants 470

Total Employment

Standard Occupational

Table 1: 10 Most Common Wyoming Statew ide Math and Science Occupations by Total Employment, May 2005


next 10 years. Not surprisingly,information technology jobs are asignificant part of the list. Networksystems and data communicationsanalysts are likely to grow the fastest,increasing from 250 jobs in 2004 to 422jobs in 2014. That is a 68.8% increasein jobs. Home health aides are secondwith an expected 62.9% growth rate.

Table 3 displays the math andscience occupations with the highestmedian annual wages. As you wouldexpect, 10 of the top 13 are health care

occupations. Surgeons top the list withan average salary of $186,114 per year.In addition to those with health carejobs, postsecondary educators andengineers are among the highest paid inWyoming.

Whether you prefer calculus orbiology, there are plenty of math andscience occupations to choose from. Formore information visit http://doe.state.wy.us/ANSWERS/.


15-1081 Network systems and data communications analysts

68.8

31-1011 Home health aides 62.915-1031 Computer software

engineers, applications55.5

51-9061 Inspectors, testers, sorters, samplers, and weighers

52.8

17-2112 Industrial engineers 52.729-1071 Physician assistants 50.017-2171 Petroleum engineers 49.731-9092 Medical asistants 48.119-4092 Forensic science

technicians46.2

53-2012 Commercial pilots 45.829-2056 Veterinary technologists

and technicians45.4

29-2052 Pharmacy technicians 44.4

Standard Occupational Percent Change

Table 2: Wyoming Statew ide Math and Science Occupations With the Highest Projected Employment Grow th, 2004-2014


29-1067 Surgeons $186,11429-1061 Anesthesiologists $171,57529-1064 Obstetricians and

gynecologists$160,554

29-1062 Family and general practitioners

$151,707

29-1063 Internists, general $146,98129-1065 Pediatricians, general $103,48511-1011 Chief executives $94,68729-1041 Optometrists $94,44725-1032 Engineering teachers,

postsecondary$84,826

29-1051 Pharmacists $82,02611-9041 Engineering managers $81,445

Standard Occupational Mean Annual Wage

Table 3: Wyoming Statew ide Math and Science Occupations by Highest Mean Annual Wage, May 2005


If you like...

Being CreativeWritingMusic or ArtActing or Dancing

Where Are You Headed?

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Entry-Level Jobs On-the-Job TrainingHigh School Diploma

Classified Ad WriterFloral ArrangerFreelance WriterLibrary WorkerMerchandise DisplayerModelMusicianOffice AssistantPicture FramerPrint Shop AssistantProduction CraftspersonProofreaderRadio AnnouncerReporterRetail Book SalesStagehand (Grip)Studio Assistant

Professional-LevelJobsFour-Year College DegreeAdvanced Degree

ArchitectArt Director

Skilled-Level JobsSpecialized SchoolsCommunity College

ArtistCartoonist/AnimatorCopywriterDancer/ChoreographerFashion/Costume DesignerForeign Language InterpreterGraphic DesignerLegal SecretaryLibrary AssistantPhoto JournalistPhotographerPrint & Broadcast ReporterPrinting Machine OperatorPublic Relations SpecialistTextile DesignerTV/Film Camera OperatorWriter/Author

HistorySolving ProblemsExpressing Your Ideas or

Viewpoints to Others

You might like a career in...

CinematographerEditorEducation AdministratorForeign CorrespondentHistorian/CuratorInterior DesignerJournalistJudge

LawyerLibrarianLobbyist/PoliticianMusicianPlaywrightPublisherTeacherTechnical Writer



Bus DriverCertified Nurse AideChild Care WorkerCorrections WorkerDay Care OwnerDietetic TechnicianExercise InstructorGeriatric AideHome Health AideHospital ClerkMedical SecretaryNannyOffice AideSecurity GuardSocial Services AideTeacher’s Aide

Professional-Level JobsFour-Year College DegreeAdvanced Degree

Athletic Coach/TrainerAudiologistChiropractorCounselorDentistDietitianForensics PathologistForesterGerontologistNatural Resources SpecialistNurse AnesthetistParole OfficerPharmacistPhysicianPsychologistVeterinarian


Addiction SpecialistAgriculture SpecialistBarberChef/CatererCorrection OfficerDaycare OperatorDental Assistant/HygienistExercise TrainerLicensed Practical NurseManicuristMedical Lab TechnicianMedical TranscriptionistPhysician’s AssistantPolice OfficerRegistered NurseRespiratory Therapist

If you like...

Helping PeopleTeaching or CoachingTaking Care of ChildrenLearning About Health

and MedicineLaw Enforcement

Health and Human Services




Assembly WorkerBaker AssistantCable TV InstallerConstruction WorkerDry CleanerEnergy Conservation TechEngineering AideFarm/Ranch WorkerHeavy Equipment OperatorMaintenance MechanicMaintenance WorkerMilling AssistantOil Field LaborerSeismograph HelperSurveyor TechnicianSwitcher/OperatorTelephone/TV InstallerTruck Driver


Aerospace EngineerAnthropologistArchitectAutomotive EngineerBuilding InspectorCivil EngineerCommercial PilotComputer ProgrammerConservation ScientistConsultantElectrical EngineerFish and Game WardenMechanical EngineerMeteorologistPathologistPetroleum EngineerSurveyorVeterinarian


Aircraft MechanicAutomotive/Diesel MechanicBricklayerCabinet MakerCarpenterCartographerComputer AideConcrete FinisherDraftspersonDrywall InstallerElectricianInsulation InstallerMachinistPower Plant OperatorPlumberRobotics TechnicianTool and Die MakerWelder/Cutter

If you like...

Performing ScientificExperiments

Solving ProblemsWorking With ComputersMathWorking With Your HandsFarming or Ranching

Science and Technology




AuctioneerBank TellerBill CollectorBilling ClerkCashierClerk (General)CourierFast Food CookFile ClerkHotel ClerkJanitorMaidOrder ClerkPostal Mail CarrierReceptionistSwitchboard OperatorTelemarketer


AccountantAdministrative ManagerAir Traffic ControllerAttorneyAuditorBudget AnalystConsultantFarm Owner/ManagerLoan OfficerMortgage BankerProduction PlannerPurchasing AgentSafety EngineerSecurities SalesSystems AnalystTax AccountantUrban Planner


BookkeeperBuilding ManagerChef/CatererCost EstimatorDispatcherExecutive SecretaryFinancial ManagerFuneral DirectorHotel ManagerInsurance AgentInsurance ExaminerOffice ManagerParalegalPostmasterReal Estate AppraiserSecretaryTravel Agent

If you like...

Working With NumbersBeing a LeaderUsing a ComputerStaying Organized

Business and

Management

Solving ProblemsPlanning ActivitiesWorking With Others


Not sure what you like?Check out one of these websites and take an interest inventory. An interestinventory can help you identify which career choices you might enjoy.

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The following pages contain a sampling of the smorgasbord of jobs available to you,job descriptions, and Wyoming wages. Keep in mind that wages stated are averagehourly wages; entry level wages are lower. For more information on wages or anoccupation not listed in the Career Menu, contact the Occupational EmploymentStatistics (OES) unit at Research & Planning - (307) 473-3805 or visit our website athttp://doe.state.wy.us/ANSWERS/.

Accountant & AuditorAverage Hourly Wage = $21.81Examines, analyzes, and interprets accounting recordsfor the purpose of giving advice or preparing statementsand installing or advising on systems of recording costsor other financial and budgetary data.

Agricultural/Food ScientistAverage Hourly Wage = $23.54Researches problems related to agriculture, animalhusbandry, and horticulture, including the developmentof improved methods of cultivation; the processing,handling, and storing of products; and related activities.

Air Traffic ControllerAverage Hourly Wage = $32.12Controls air traffic on and within vicinity of airport andmovement of air traffic between altitude sectors andcontrol centers. Authorizes, regulates, and controls airlineflights to expedite and insure safety of flight.

Aircraft MechanicAverage Hourly Wage = $20.52Repairs and maintains the operating condition of aircraftassemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems,landing gear, propeller, fuel tanks, and airframe.Inspects, tests, modifies, and installs equipment usingtools.

Aircraft PilotAverage Annual Wage = $62,610Pilots and navigates flight of private or commercialaircraft for the transportation of passengers, freight, mail,or other purposes. Must be federally licensed. Includesoccupations concerned with flight operations andmaintenance (i.e., test pilots, helicopter pilots).

Announcer, Radio & TVAverage Hourly Wage = $9.92Introduces radio or television programs, interviews orquestions guests, or acts as master of ceremonies. Readsnews flashes and identifies station.

AnthropologistAverage Hourly Wage = $20.60Engages in research concerned with human society andits characteristic elements, such as origin, race, or state.Collects, interprets, and applies scientific data relating tohuman behavior and mental processes.

ArchitectAverage Hourly Wage = $25.92Plans and designs structures, such as private residences,office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structuralproperty.

Artist/Commercial ArtistAverage Hourly Wage = $19.34Designs and executes artwork to illustrate subject matteror promote public consumption of materials, products, orservices and to influence others in their opinions ofindividuals or organizations.

AudiologistAverage Hourly Wage = $22.95Examines and provides remedial services for persons withhearing disorders.

Automotive MechanicAverage Hourly Wage = $15.95Adjusts, repairs, and overhauls automotive vehicles. Maybe designated according to specialties, such as BrakeRepairers, Transmission Mechanics, or Front-EndMechanics. Estimates and negotiates repair costs. Mayuse computerized diagnostic equipment.

Bank TellerAverage Hourly Wage = $9.25Receives and pays out money. Keeps records of moneyand negotiable instruments involved in a financialinstitution’s various transactions.

BarberAverage Hourly Wage = $9.76Provides customers with barbering services, includingcutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair. Givesshaves and shapes contour of hair line. May sell lotions,tonics, and other cosmetic supplies.


Bill & Account CollectorAverage Hourly Wage = $11.77Locates and notifies customers of delinquent accounts tosolicit payment. Receives and posts payments; preparesstatements to credit department; and initiatesrepossession procedures, if necessary.

Billing ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $11.84Compiles data, computes fees and charges, and preparesinvoices for billing purposes. Posts data and keeps otherrelevant records. Uses business machines such ascomputers and calculators.

Blaster & Explosives WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $22.80Places explosives in holes or other spots and detonatesthe explosives to demolish structures or to loosen,remove, or displace earth, rock, or other materials.

Bookkeeping, Accounting, & Audit ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $12.16Computes, classifies, and records numerical data tocomplete financial records. Performs routine calculating,posting, and verifying duties of financial data for use inmaintaining accounting records.

Brick MasonAverage Hourly Wage = $16.19Lays building materials, such as brick, structural tile,concrete, cinder, glass, gypsum, and terra cotta block(except stone) to construct or repair walls, partitions,arches, sewers, and other structures.

Brokerage ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $12.38Performs clerical duties involving the purchase or sale ofsecurities. Duties include writing orders to buy and sellstocks, computing transfer taxes and equity, distributingdividends, and tracking price fluctuations.

Budget AnalystAverage Hourly Wage = $26.84Examines budget estimates. Examines requests forbudget revisions, recommends approval or denial, anddrafts correspondence. Analyzes monthly departmentbudgeting and accounting reports.

Building & Construction InspectorAverage Hourly Wage = $18.52Inspects new or remodeled construction to determine itssoundness and compliance to specifications, buildingcodes, and other regulations.

Bus DriverAverage Hourly Wage = $14.70Drives bus to transport passengers or students overspecified routes. May assist passengers with luggage andcollect tickets. Maintains order during school trips andadheres to safety rules.

Cabinet MakerAverage Hourly Wage = $15.10Cuts, shapes, and assembles wooden articles, such asstore furniture. Sets up and operates a variety ofmachinery such as power saws, jointers, mortises,tenoners, molders, and shapers.

Camera Operator, TVAverage Hourly Wage = $14.85Operates television or motion picture camera tophotograph scenes for television broadcasts, advertising,or motion pictures.

CarpenterAverage Hourly Wage = $16.97Performs carpentry duties necessary to make or repairwooden structures, structural members, and fixturesusing carpentry tools and woodworking machines.Studies blueprints, sketches, or building plans.

CashierAverage Hourly Wage = $7.93Receives and disburses money in establishments otherthan financial institutions. Usually involves use of addingmachines, cash registers, and change makers.

Chemical Equipment Controller & OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $17.21Operates equipment to control chemical changes orreactions in the processing of industrial or consumerproducts.

Child Care WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $7.68Attends children at school, businesses, and institutionsperforming a variety of tasks such as dressing, feeding,bathing, and overseeing play.

ChiropractorAverage Hourly Wage = $37.33Adjusts spinal column and other articulations of the bodyto prevent disease and correct abnormalities of thehuman body believed to be caused by interference withthe nervous system. Examines patients to determinenature and extent of disorder.

ClergyAverage Hourly Wage = $18.44Conducts religious worship and performs other spiritualfunctions associated with beliefs and practices of religiousfaith or denomination. Provides spiritual and moralguidance and assistance to members.

Clerical SupervisorAverage Hourly Wage = $13.44Directly supervises and coordinates activities of clericaland administrative support workers. May also engage inthe same clerical work as those they supervise such asaccounting, marketing, and personnel work.

Coach/TrainerAverage Hourly Wage = $12.93Instructs or coaches groups or individuals in thefundamentals of sports. Demonstrates techniques andmethods of participation. Observes and informsparticipants of measures to improve their skills.

Computer ProgrammerAverage Hourly Wage = $17.71Converts symbolic statements of administrative data,business, scientific, engineering, and other technicalformulations for coding into computer language. Developsand writes computer programs.


Computer Support SpecialistAverage Hourly Wage = $17.39Provides technical assistance to computer system users.Answers questions or resolves computer problems forclients. Provides assistance concerning the use ofcomputer hardware and software.

Concrete & Terrazzo FinisherAverage Hourly Wage = $13.51Applies cement, sand, pigment, and marble chips tofloors, stairways, and cabinet fixtures to attain durableand decorative surfaces. Finishes surface of concretewalls, roads, walkways, and ornamental stone faces.

Construction & Building InspectorAverage Hourly Wage = $18.52Inspects new or remodeled construction to determine itssoundness and compliance to specifications, buildingcodes, and other regulations.

Cook, Fast FoodsAverage Hourly Wage = $6.52Prepares and cooks food in a fast food restaurant with alimited menu. Duties are limited to preparation of a fewbasic items and normally involve operating large-volumesingle-purpose cooking equipment.

Cook, RestaurantAverage Hourly Wage = $8.69Prepares, seasons, and cooks soups, meats, vegetables,desserts, and other foodstuffs in restaurants. May ordersupplies, keep records and accounts, price items onmenu, or plan menu.

Correctional OfficerAverage Hourly Wage = $14.82Guards inmates in penal or rehabilitative institution. Mayguard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom,prison, or other points, traveling by car or publictransportation. Includes Deputy Sheriffs.

Cost EstimatorAverage Hourly Wage = $26.68Prepares cost estimates for product manufacturing,construction projects, or services to aid management inbidding on or determining price of product or service.

Counselor, Vocational or EducationalAverage Hourly Wage = $19.91Counsels individuals and provides group educational andvocational guidance services. Collects, organizes, andanalyzes information about individuals through records,tests, and interviews to appraise their abilities, aptitudes,personality, and interests for vocational or educationalplanning.

CourierAverage Hourly Wage = $5.90Runs errands. Sorts and delivers messages, documents,packages, and other items, traveling by foot, bicycle,motorcycle, automobile, or public conveyance. May usetelephone to complete assigned tasks.

Crane & Tower OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $19.37Operates mechanical boom and cable or tower and cableequipment to lift and move materials, machines, orproducts in many directions.

Credit CheckerAverage Hourly Wage = $11.29 Investigates history and credit standing of individuals orbusinesses applying for credit.

Crushing & Related Machine OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $19.92Operates or tends machines to crush or grind materials,such as coal, glass, or food; or machines that buff andpolish materials such as stone or eyeglasses; or machinesto blend or mix materials such as dough.

Curator, Archivist, & ConservatorAverage Hourly Wage = $17.80Administers affairs of museum and conducts scientificresearch programs. Directs instructional, research, andpublic service activities of institution. Appraises, edits,and directs safekeeping of permanent records andhistorically valuable documents. Prepares specimens andrestores items.

Dancer/ChoreographerAverage Hourly Wage = $12.47Performs dance solos or dances with partners or groupsto entertain audiences. May also sing or act. Creates andteaches original dance for ballet, musical, or review. Maydirect and stage presentations.

Database AdministratorAverage Hourly Wage = $23.19Coordinates changes to computer databases. Designs,codes, tests, and implements databases.

Dental AssistantAverage Hourly Wage = $12.16Assists Dentist at chair. Sets up patient and equipment.Provides diagnostic aids including exposing radiographs,recording medical histories, and making preliminaryimpressions and occlusion registrations.

Dental HygienistAverage Hourly Wage = $25.55Performs dental prophylactic treatments and givesinstructions in the care of the teeth and mouth. Removesstains and tartar from teeth and beneath margin of gums.Charts conditions of tooth decay and disease.

DentistAverage Hourly Wage = $38.46Diagnoses and treats diseases, injuries, andmalformations of teeth or gums and related oralstructures. Examines patients and X-rays to diagnosemaladies. Cleans, fills, extracts, and replaces teeth usingrotary and hand instruments, dental appliances, andsurgical implants.

DesignerAverage Hourly Wage = $19.34Designs or arranges objects and materials to achieveartistic or decorative affects. May also create or drawdesigns for items, such as furniture and machinery.Includes art director, layout artist, creative designer.

Dietitian & NutritionistAverage Hourly Wage = $19.86Organizes, plans, and conducts food service or nutritionalprogram to assist in promotion of health and control ofdisease. May administer activities of department providingquantity food service.


Dietetic TechnicianAverage Hourly Wage = $8.81Under direct supervision of Dietitians, or followingestablished nutritional guidelines, advises on food ornutrition.

Dispatcher, Police/Fire/AmbulanceAverage Hourly Wage = $12.95Schedules and dispatches police, fire, or ambulancecrews to scenes of crimes, accidents, and destruction.Keeps in contact with officials at site and directs back-uphelp where needed. Duties may include transmittingassignments and compiling statistics and reports.

DrafterAverage Hourly Wage = $22.52Prepares clear, complete, and accurate working plans anddetailed drawings. Utilizes knowledge of variousmachines, mathematics, and other physical sciences.

Dragline Operator Average Hourly Wage = $26.38Operates power-driven crane equipment with draglinebucket to excavate or move sand, gravel, mud, or othermaterials.

Drywall InstallerAverage Hourly Wage = $14.98Applies plasterboard or other wallboard to ceilings andinterior walls of buildings.

Education AdministratorAverage Hourly Wage = $33.55Plans, organizes, directs, controls, or coordinates theeducation activities of colleges and universities,elementary, secondary, or post-secondary schools,vocational or technical schools, or training andinstructional organizations for private businesses or otheragencies.

Electrical Power-Line Installer & RepairerAverage Hourly Wage = $22.90Installs and repairs cables or wires used in electricalpower or distribution systems. Installs insulators. Erectswooden poles and transmission towers.

ElectricianAverage Hourly Wage = $21.02Installs, maintains, and repairs wiring, electricalequipment, and fixtures in accordance with relevantcodes. May read blueprints. Measures, cuts, bends,threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit.

Electrician, Powerhouse, Substation, & RelayAverage Hourly Wage = $27.82Inspects, repairs, and maintains electrical equipment ingenerating stations or powerhouses; substationequipment, such as oil circuit breakers and transformers;and in-service relays.

Electronics Repairer, Commercial and IndustrialEquipmentAverage Hourly Wage = $20.92Repairs electronic equipment such as industrial controls,telemetering and missile control systems, radar systems,transmitters, and antennae.

Engineering TechnicianAverage Hourly Wage = $20.78Under the direction of trained engineers, appliesengineering principles in planning, designing, andoverseeing construction projects, electrical equipment,machinery, or surveying, depending on field ofengineering.

Engineer, Aeronautical Average Hourly Wage = $30.26*Designs, constructs, and tests aircraft, missiles, andspacecraft. May apply research to evaluate adaptability ofmaterials and equipment to aircraft design andmanufacture.

Engineer, Chemical Average Hourly Wage = $31.08Designs chemical plant equipment and devises processesfor manufacturing chemicals and products such asgasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement,paper, and pulp by applying principles and technology ofchemistry, physics, and engineering.

Engineer, CivilAverage Hourly Wage = $25.60Plans, designs, and oversees construction andmaintenance of structures and facilities such as roads,railroads, airports, dams, bridges, and pipelines. Includestraffic engineers.

Engineer, ComputerAverage Hourly Wage = $28.44Analyzes data processing requirements for projected workloads. Plans and installs new systems or modifies existingsystems. May set up and control analog or hybridcomputer systems to solve problems.

Engineer, Electric/Electronics Average Hourly Wage = $30.77Designs, develops, tests, and supervises the manufactureand installation of electrical and electronic equipment,components or systems, computers, and relatedequipment and systems.

Engineer, Industrial (Except Safety)Average Hourly Wage = $35.26Plans and oversees the utilization of production facilitiesand personnel in industrial establishments. Plansequipment layout, work flow, accident prevention, andquality and inventory control.

Engineer, MechanicalAverage Hourly Wage = $32.04Plans and designs tools, engines, machines, and othermechanically functioning equipment. Overseesinstallation, operation, maintenance, and repair of suchequipment.

Engineer, Mining (Including Safety)Average Hourly Wage = $31.99Determines the location and plans the extraction of coal,metallic ores, nonmetallic minerals, and buildingmaterials. Conducts preliminary surveys of deposits andplans their development; examines deposits or mines todetermine whether they can be worked at a profit.


Engineer, PetroleumAverage Hourly Wage = $34.50Devises methods to improve oil and gas well productionand determines the need for new or modified tool designs.Oversees drilling and offers technical advice to achieveeconomical and satisfactory progress.

Engineer, Safety (Except Mining)Average Hourly Wage = $26.67Applies knowledge of industrial processes, mechanics,chemistry, psychology, and industrial health and safetylaws to prevent or correct injurious products orenvironmental conditions and minimizes effects thatcreate hazards to life and property or reduce workermorale or efficiency.

Engineer, StationaryAverage Hourly Wage = $20.17Operates and maintains stationary engines andmechanical equipment to provide utilities for buildings orindustrial processes. Operates equipment such as steamengines, generators, motors, turbines, and steam boilers.

Estimator & Drafter, Utilities Average Hourly Wage = $25.43Develops specifications and instructions for installation ofvoltage transformers, overhead or underground cables,and related electrical equipment used to conductelectrical energy to consumers.

Farm Worker (Farm & Ranch Animals)Average Hourly Wage = $14.15Plows, plants, cultivates, sprays, and harvests crops.Operates and maintains farm machinery and repairs farmstructures. Tends livestock and poultry. Hauls feed tolivestock during winter.

File ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $8.49Files correspondence, cards, invoices, receipts, and otherrecords in alphabetical or numerical order or according tothe filing system used. Locates and removes materialfrom file when requested.

First Line Supervisor,Production/Construction/MaintenanceAverage Hourly Wage = $26.22Directly supervises and coordinates activities ofproduction, construction, extraction, transportation,maintenance, and related workers and their helpers.Performs other duties such as accounting, marketing,and personnel duties.

Fish & Game WardenAverage Hourly Wage = $19.58Patrols assigned area to prevent game law violations.Investigates reports of damage to crops and property bywildlife. Compiles biological data.

Food Preparation WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $8.65Prepares cold foods and maintains and cleans kitchenwork areas, equipment, and utensils. Performs simpletasks such as preparing shellfish or slicing meat. Maybrew coffee and tea or make sandwiches.

Forester/Conservation ScientistAverage Hourly Wage = $26.85Plans, develops, and controls environmental factorsaffecting forests, range, and farm land through activitiessuch as researching soil erosion, fire prevention,reforestation, and preservation of natural resources.

Foundry Mold Assembly & Shake-Out WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $11.05Prepares molds for pouring. Duties include cleaning andassembling foundry molds, and tending machine thatbonds cope and drag together to form completed shellmold.

Funeral Director & MorticianAverage Hourly Wage = $25.51Arranges and directs funeral services. Coordinatestransportation of body to mortuary, interviews family orother persons to arrange details, selects pallbearers, andprocures official for religious rites.

Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, or Kettle OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $21.08Operates heating equipment other than the basic metalor plastic processing equipment to bake fiberglass orpainted products, carbonize coal, roast sulfur, processpetroleum, boil soap, dry lumber, or bake clay products.

GaugerAverage Hourly Wage = $23.15Gauges and tests oil in storage tanks. Regulates flow ofoil into pipelines at wells, tank farms, refineries, andmarine and rail terminals, following prescribed standardsand regulations.

General Office ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $10.44Performs duties too varied and diverse to be classified inany specific office clerical occupation. Clerical duties mayinclude bookkeeping, typing, office machine operation,and filing.

Geologist, Geophysicist, & OceanographerAverage Hourly Wage = $32.05Studies composition, structure, and history of the earth’scrust. Examines rocks, minerals, and fossil remains toidentify and determine the sequence of processesaffecting the development of the earth. Locates mineraland petroleum deposits and underground waterresources.

Grader/Dozer/Scraper OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $19.07Operates machinery or vehicles equipped with blades toremove, distribute, level, or grade earth.

GuardAverage Hourly Wage = $10.63Stands guard at entrance or patrols premises to preventtheft, violence, or infractions of rules.

Hairdresser, Hairstylist & CosmetologistAverage Hourly Wage = $9.76Provides beauty services for customers, such assuggesting best hair style, cutting and treating hair andscalp, and applying make-up.


Health PractitionerAverage Hourly Wage = $62.08Other health diagnosing and treating practitioners thatare not classified separately.

Helper & LaborerAverage Hourly Wage = $10.25May include any type of labor that requires lesser skillsand minimal training. May involve holding equipment andtools, moving or stacking heavy loads or crates, and cleanup of work area when project is finished.

Hoist & Winch OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $21.26Operates and tends hoists or winches to lift and pullloads using power-operated cable equipment.

Home Entertainment Equipment RepairerAverage Hourly Wage = $14.29Adjusts and repairs radios, televisions, stereo systems,recorders, video systems, or other electronic homeentertainment equipment.

Home Health AideAverage Hourly Wage = $9.42Cares for elderly, convalescent, or handicapped person inhome of patient. Changes bed linens; prepares meals;provides assistance with getting in and out of bed,bathing, dressing, and grooming; and administersmedications under doctor’s orders.

Hotel Desk ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $8.59Registers and assigns rooms to guests, transmits andreceives messages, keeps records of occupied rooms andguests’ accounts, makes reservations, and collectspayment from guests.

Human Service WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $10.40Assists Social Group Workers and Caseworkers withdeveloping, organizing, and conducting programs toprevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuseand human relationships. Aids families and clients inobtaining information on the use of social and communityservices.

Industrial Truck & Tractor OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $16.94Operates gasoline or electric-powered industrial trucks ortractors equipped with fork lift, elevated platform, ortrailer hitch to move materials around a warehouse,storage yard, factory, construction site, or similarlocation.

Insulation WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $14.72Covers and lines structures with insulation using saws,knives, rasps, trowels, and other tools and implements.May also specialize in providing blown-in insulation.

Insurance Adjuster, Examiner, & InspectorAverage Hourly Wage = $19.58Reviews settled insurance claims to verify that paymentsand settlements have been made in accordance withcompany practices and procedures. Reportsoverpayments, underpayments, and other irregularities.

Insurance Claims ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $11.68Obtains information from insured persons for purpose ofsettling claim with insurance carrier.

Insurance Sales AgentAverage Hourly Wage = $18.37Sells or advises clients on life, endowments, fire, accident,and other types of insurance. May refer clients toindependent brokers, work as independent brokers, or beemployed by an insurance company.

Interior DesignerAverage Hourly Wage = $24.40Plans, designs, and furnishes interiors of residential,commercial, or industrial buildings. Formulates designwhich is practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intendedpurposes, such as raising productivity, sellingmerchandise, or improving life style.

Janitor & CleanerAverage Hourly Wage = $9.67Keeps buildings in clean and orderly condition. Performsheavy cleaning duties, such as motor-driven cleaningequipment, mopping floors, washing walls and glass, andremoving rubbish. May have additional duties such asrepairs, general maintenance, and shoveling snow.

Landscape Architect Average Hourly Wage = $25.96Plans and designs land areas for such projects as parksand other recreational facilities, airports, highways,hospitals, schools, land subdivisions, and commercial,industrial, and residential sites.

Law ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $12.29Researches legal records and documents to obtain dataapplicable to cases under consideration. Prepares roughdrafts of briefs or arguments. Files pleadings. Maintainscase files.

Lawyer/AttorneyAverage Hourly Wage = $32.37Conducts criminal and civil lawsuits, draws up legaldocuments, advises clients as to legal rights, andpractices other phases of law. May represent client incourt, or before quasi-judicial or administrativegovernment agencies. May specialize in single area suchas patent or criminal law.

Legal SecretaryAverage Hourly Wage = $13.64Prepares legal papers and correspondence, such assummonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. Mayreview law journals and other legal publications toidentify court decisions pertinent to pending cases. Mustknow legal terminology, procedures, and documents.

LibrarianAverage Hourly Wage = $20.84Administers libraries and performs related library servicesincluding selecting, acquiring, cataloging, classifying,circulating, and maintaining library materials orfurnishes references, bibliographies, and advisoryservices. May select music, films, or other audio-visualmaterials.


Library Assistant & Bookmobile DriverAverage Hourly Wage = $10.12Compiles records, sorts, shelves, issues, and receiveslibrary materials. Locates materials for loan and replacesmaterials on shelves or files according to identificationnumber and title. Registers patrons. Drivers operate avehicle to specific locations and assist with providingservices.

Licensed Practical NurseAverage Hourly Wage = $15.85Cares for ill, injured, convalescent, and handicappedpersons in hospitals, clinics, private homes, sanitariums,and similar institutions. Dresses wounds, takestemperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respiration.Assembles and uses equipment such as catheters andoxygen suppliers.

Loan & Credit ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $11.19Processes applications of individuals applying for loansand credit. Reviews documents and financial statements.Acts as liaison between financial institution andborrower.

Loan Officer & CounselorAverage Hourly Wage = $18.65Evaluates, authorizes, or recommends approval ofcommercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advisesborrowers on financial status and methods of payments.May analyze financial problems of borrower and adjustloan agreement. May testify at legal proceedings andhandle foreclosures.

Machinery Maintenance WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $27.19Changes parts, lubricates machinery, and performs otherroutine machinery maintenance. Excludes workers whorepair machines.

MachinistAverage Hourly Wage = $18.00Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools. Fits andassembles parts to make or repair machine tools andmaintains industrial machines, applying knowledge ofmechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout,and machining procedures. Studies specifications.

Maintenance RepairerAverage Hourly Wage = $17.02Performs work involving two or more maintenance skillsto keep the machines, mechanical equipment or structureof an establishment in repair. May involve pipefitting,boiler making, insulating, welding, machining, equipmentrepairs, carpentry, and electrical work.

Manager, FinancialAverage Hourly Wage = $32.39Plans, organizes, directs, controls, or coordinates thefinancial activities of an organization. Includes managerin a bank who advises on credit and investment policy.

Manager, Food Service & LodgingAverage Hourly Wage = $17.63Plans, organizes, directs, controls, or coordinatesactivities of an organization that serves food andbeverages and/or provides lodging and otheraccommodations. Allocates funds, authorizesexpenditures, and plans budgets.

Manager, General & Top ExecutiveAverage Hourly Wage = $32.78Top or middle manager whose duties and responsibilitiesare too diverse and general in nature to be classified inany functional or line area of management andadministration.

Manager, Mining (& Related Occupations)Average Hourly Wage = $37.53Plans, organizes, directs, controls, or coordinates, usuallythrough subordinate supervisory personnel, theoperations of mines, quarries, oil or gas wells, or othersimilar operations that extract natural deposits.

Marketing/Sales SupervisorAverage Hourly Wage = $15.21Directly supervises and coordinates activities ofmarketing and sales workers. May perform budgeting,accounting, marketing, and personnel work.

Mechanic, Machinery MaintenanceAverage Hourly Wage = $17.02Repairs and maintains the operating condition ofindustrial production and processing machinery, printingmachinery, and refinery and pipeline distributionsystems.

Mechanic, Mobile Heavy EquipmentAverage Hourly Wage = $20.79Repairs and maintains mobile mechanical, hydraulic, andpneumatic equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers,graders, and conveyers, used in construction, logging,and surface mining.

Mechanic, RadioAverage Hourly Wage = $18.63Tests and repairs stationary, mobile, and portable radiotransmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radiocommunication systems. Examines equipment fordamage and replaces defective parts.

Medical AssistantAverage Hourly Wage = $10.56Performs various duties under the direction of aphysician. Prepares treatment room, inventories suppliesand instruments, and sets up patient for attention ofphysician. May perform receptionist duties.

Medical SecretaryAverage Hourly Wage = $12.01Performs secretarial duties utilizing specific knowledge ofmedical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratoryprocedures. Duties include taking dictation; compilingand recording medical charts and reports; and preparingand sending bills to patients.

Medical/Clinical Laboratory TechnicianAverage Hourly Wage = $13.77Performs routine tests in medical laboratory. Preparesvaccines, biologicals, and serums. Prepares tissuesamples for Pathologists, takes blood samples, andexecutes such laboratory tests as blood counts.

MeteorologistAverage Hourly Wage = $22.06Investigates atmospheric phenomena and interpretsmeteorological data gathered by surface and air stations,satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts forpublic and other uses.


Meter Readers, UtilitiesAverage Hourly Wage = $16.60Reads electric, gas, water, or steam consumption metersand records volume used by customers.

MillwrightAverage Hourly Wage = $18.59Installs new machinery and heavy equipment. Dismantlesand moves machinery and heavy equipment.

Mining Machine OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $27.24Operates mining machines, such as self-propelled ortruck-mounted drilling machines, continuous miningmachines, channeling machines, and cutting machines toextract coal, ores, rock, stone, or sand.

Nuclear Medicine TechnologistAverage Hourly Wage = $17.58Prepares, administers, and measures radioactive isotopesin therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies. Preparesstock solutions of radioactive materials and calculatesdoses. Radiates patients.

Nursing Aide & OrderlyAverage Hourly Wage = $10.32Provides auxiliary services in care of patients. Answerspatients’ call bells, serves and collects food trays, andfeeds patients. Orderly cares for male patients, sets upequipment, and does heavier chores.

OptometristAverage Hourly Wage = $45.41Diagnoses, manages, and treats conditions and diseasesof the human eye and visual system. Examines eyes todetermine visual efficiency and performance. Prescribescorrective procedures.

Order ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $10.48Receives and processes incoming orders. Informscustomers of order receipt, prices, shipping dates, anddelays. Prepares contracts and handles complaints.

ParalegalAverage Hourly Wage = $13.64Assists lawyers by doing research in the preparation oflawsuits and/or legal documents. May gather researchdata as evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legalaction.

PathologistAverage Hourly Wage = $49.05*Conducts research dealing with the understanding ofhuman diseases and the improvement of human health.Engages in clinical investigations or other research,production, technical writing, or related activities.

PharmacistAverage Hourly Wage = $39.44Compounds and dispenses medication followingprescriptions issued by physicians, dentists, or othermedical practitioners. Weighs, measures, and mixesdrugs and compounds and fills bottles or capsules withcorrect quantity and composition of preparation. Advisespatients.

PhotographerAverage Hourly Wage = $14.39Photographs people, subjects, merchandise, or othercommercial products. May develop negatives and producefinished prints.

Photographic Processing Machine OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $11.38Operates photographic processing machines, such asprinting machines, film developing machines, andmounting presses.

Physical TherapistAverage Hourly Wage = $29.28Applies techniques and treatments that help relieve pain,increase the patient’s strength, and decrease or preventdeformity and crippling.

Physician’s AssistantAverage Hourly Wage = $27.75Provides patient services under direct supervision andresponsibility of doctor of medicine or osteopathy. Elicitsdetailed patient histories and makes complete physicalexaminations. Reaches tentative diagnosis and ordersappropriate laboratory tests. Requires extensiveeducation.

Physician & SurgeonAverage Hourly Wage = $60.55Examines patients, performs medical tests and reviewspersonal health records to diagnose conditions of illness,disease, and assorted maladies. Administers andprescribes treatment and drugs to restore health. Mayspecialize in one field such as surgery, obstetrics, orpsychiatry.

Planning/Production/Expediting ClerkAverage Hourly Wage = $18.20Coordinates and expedites the flow of work and materialswithin or between departments of an establishmentaccording to a production schedule. Duties are primarilyclerical in nature.

PlumberAverage Hourly Wage = $20.31Assembles, installs, alters and repairs pipe systems thatcarry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. Cutsand threads pipe. Assembles and installs valves, pipefittings, and pipes.

Police Patrol OfficerAverage Hourly Wage = $18.30Maintains order, enforces laws and ordinances, andprotects life and property in an assigned patrol district orbeat. Patrols an area on foot or in a vehicle; directstraffic; issues traffic summonses; investigates accidents;apprehends and arrests prisoners.

Postal Mail CarrierAverage Hourly Wage = $17.38Sorts mail for delivery. Delivers mail on establishedroutes by vehicle or on foot.

Power Plant OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $25.57Controls or operates machinery, such as steam-driventurbogenerators, to generate electric power.


PsychologistAverage Hourly Wage = $25.74Collects, interprets, and applies scientific data relating tohuman behavior and mental processes. Activities are ineither applied fields of psychology or in basic sciencefields and research.

Public Relations SpecialistAverage Hourly Wage = $18.60Concerned with promoting or creating good will by writingor selecting favorable publicity material for media release,preparing and arranging displays, making speeches andperforming related publicity efforts.

Purchasing AgentAverage Hourly Wage = $22.06Purchases raw or semi-finished materials formanufacturing. Purchases machinery, equipment, tools,parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation ofan establishment.

Radiologic TechnologistAverage Hourly Wage = $20.97Takes X-rays and CAT scans or administersnonradioactive materials into patient’s blood stream fordiagnostic purposes.

Railroad Brake, Signal, & Switch OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $15.98Operates railroad track switches. Couples or uncouplesrolling stock to makeup or breakup trains. Signalsengineers and sets warning signals. May inspectcouplings, air hoses, journal boxes, and hand brakes.

Railroad Conductor & YardmasterAverage Hourly Wage = $18.66Coordinates activities of train crew engaged intransporting or providing services to passengers onpassenger train, or in transporting freight on freighttrains. Coordinates activities of workers engaged inrailroad traffic operations, such as makeup or breakup oftrains and track switching.

Real Estate AppraiserAverage Hourly Wage = $23.09Appraises real property to determine its value forpurchase, sales, investment, mortgage, or loan purposes.

Real Estate Sales AgentAverage Hourly Wage = $26.34Rents, buys, and sells property to clients. Duties includestudying property listings, interviewing clients, showingproperty to clients, discussing conditions of sale, anddrawing up real estate contracts.

ReceptionistAverage Hourly Wage = $9.44Answers inquiries and obtains information for generalpublic concerning activities conducted at anestablishment, location of offices or persons within a firm,department, or store. May perform other clerical duties.

Registered NurseAverage Hourly Wage = $23.18Provides nursing care to ill or injured persons. Givesmedications and treatments according to doctorguidelines. Takes vital signs. Includes administrative,public health, private duty, and surgical nurses.

Reporter & Correspondent (Except Radio & Television)Average Hourly Wage = $13.00Collects facts about newsworthy events by interview,investigation, or observation. Reports and writes storiesfor newspapers, news magazines, radio, or television.

Respiratory TherapistAverage Hourly Wage = $19.68Provides assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and care forpatients with breathing disorders. Responsible forrespiratory modalities. Initiates and conducts therapeuticprocedures and maintains equipment.

Retail SalespersonAverage Hourly Wage = $9.57Sells to the public any of a wide variety of merchandise,such as furniture, motor vehicles, appliances, or apparel.

Rotary Drill Operator, Oil & Gas ExtractionAverage Hourly Wage = $24.11Operates a variety of drills to remove petroleum productsfrom the earth and to remove core samples for testingduring oil and gas exploration.

RoustaboutAverage Hourly Wage = $16.01Performs a variety of assigned tasks in or around an oilfield such as assembling or repairing equipment, diggingdrainage trenches, and loading/unloading trucks.

Sales & Related WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $9.57Sells a variety of services and products for businesses,organizations, wholesalers, or manufacturers. May involveordering supplies, cashier duties, and stocking inventory.

SecretaryAverage Hourly Wage = $10.81Performs clerical work and minor administrative detailsby scheduling appointments, directing callers, takingdictation, composing and typing correspondence, routingincoming mail, and maintaining files.

Service Unit OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $11.85Operates equipment to increase oil flow from producingwells or to remove stuck pipe, casing, tools, or otherobstructions from drilling wells.

Social WorkerAverage Hourly Wage = $18.82Counsels and aids individuals and families following therecovery from physical or mental illness by providingsupportive services designed to help the personsunderstand, accept, and follow medical advice.

Speech-Language Pathologist & AudiologistAverage Hourly Wage = $23.33Examines and provides remedial services for persons withspeech and hearing disorders. Performs research relatedto speech and language problems.

Still & Related Machine OperatorAverage Hourly Wage = $24.36Operates machines such as filter presses, centrifuges,fermenting tanks, and batch stills to extract, sort, orseparate liquids, gases, or solid materials from othermaterials to produce a refined product.


StockbrokerAverage Hourly Wage = $29.38Buys and sells securities or calls upon businesses andindividuals to sell financial services. Provides financialservices, such as loans, tax, securities counseling, andadvice on stocks, bonds, and market conditions.

Stock Clerk, Stockroom/WarehouseAverage Hourly Wage = $10.56Receives, stores, and issues materials, equipment, andother items from stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard.Keeps records and compiles stock reports.

Surveying & Mapping TechnicianAverage Hourly Wage = $15.10Performs surveying and mapping duties to obtain datapertaining to angles, elevations, points, and contours.Calculates mapmaking information from field notes usingreference tables. Draws maps.

Surveyor & CartographerAverage Hourly Wage = $20.91Uses surveying, engineering, and scientific data todetermine and identify fixed points or boundaries, andprepares maps. Provides data on the shape, contour,gravitation, location, or dimension of land or landfeatures.

Teacher, ElementaryAverage Annual Wage = $41,910Teaches elementary pupils in public or private schoolsbasic skills. Maintains order and discipline in classroomand on playground. Prepares, administers, grades, andrecords lessons and tests.

Teacher, Engineering, PostsecondaryAverage Annual Wage = $84,830Teaches courses in engineering at the college/universitylevel. Includes courses in engineering specialties (i.e.,chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical, petroleum, etc.).

Teacher, SecondaryAverage Annual Wage = $41,400Instructs students in public or private schools in one ormore subjects. Maintains discipline and order inclassroom. Prepares, administers, grades, and recordslessons and tests.

Teacher, Special EducationAverage Annual Wage = $41,500Teaches elementary and secondary school subjects toeducationally, audibly, visually, and physicallyhandicapped students. May teach basic academic and lifeprocesses skills to the mentally disabled.

Technical WriterAverage Hourly Wage = $20.70Writes or edits technical materials, such as manuals,appendices, and operating and maintenance instructions.May oversee preparation of illustrations, photographs,diagrams, and charts and assist in layout work.

Title SearcherAverage Hourly Wage = $14.82Compiles lists of mortgages, deeds, contracts,judgements, and other instruments pertaining to titles bysearching records of real estate and title insurancecompanies.

Travel AgentAverage Hourly Wage = $13.67Plans trips for travel agency customers. Duties includedetermining destination, transportation, travel dates,costs and accommodations. May specialize in foreign ordomestic service.

Truck Driver, HeavyAverage Hourly Wage = $17.34Drives tractor-trailer combination or truck with a capacityof at least 3 tons to transport and deliver goods, livestock,or materials in liquid, loose or packaged form. May berequired to unload truck.

Truck Driver, LightAverage Hourly Wage = $11.89Drives truck, van, or automobile with a capacity under 3tons. May drive light truck to deliver or pick upmerchandise and load and unload truck.

Urban & Regional PlannerAverage Hourly Wage = $22.11Develops comprehensive plans and programs for use ofland and physical facilities of cities, counties, andmetropolitan areas.

VeterinarianAverage Hourly Wage = $26.50Diagnoses and treats diseases and dysfunctions ofanimals. May engage in research and development,consultation, administration, technical writing, sale orproduction of commercial products, or render technicalservices. Includes veterinary inspectors.

Waiter/WaitressAverage Hourly Wage = $6.71Serves food and/or beverages to patrons. Usually takesorders from patrons and makes out the check. May settable or counter with linen and silverware and takepayment from patrons.

Welder & CutterAverage Hourly Wage = $16.50Uses hand welding and flamecutting equipment to weldtogether metal components. Cuts, trims, or scarfs metalas specified by blueprints.

Writer & EditorAverage Hourly Wage = $16.19Originates and prepares written material such as scripts,stories, news items, advertisements, and other materials.Coordinates, edits, and analyzes prepared writtenmaterials. Includes managing editors.

*These wages are based on the National average. All otherwages are Wyoming-based.

For more information on Wyoming wages,contact Research & Planning’s OccupationalEmployment Statistics (OES) unit at (307)473-3805 or visit our website at http://doe.state.wy.us/ANSWERS/.

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Money: How Much Is Enough?

Amanda Josh Kelly YouImportant StuffHousing1 $400 $700 $1,000 _______________Electricity 45 60 100 _______________Car2 250 400 750 _______________Insurance 80 110 150 _______________Phone 40 50 60 _______________Groceries 200 230 270 _______________Toiletries 45 50 90 _______________Credit Cards 55 80 200 _______________Student Loan None None 400 _______________Cool StuffTelevision 60 60 80 _______________Clothes 45 90 150 _______________Entertainment 35 100 200 _______________Travel None 50 100 _______________

________ ________ ________Total Expenses $1,255 $1,980 $3,550 _______________

ElectricalCareer Choice Hairdresser Carpenter Engineer _______________

(Entry Level) (Skilled Level) (Professional Level)

Salary3 $1,700 $2,900 $5,300 _______________- Taxes (23%) $390 $670 $1,200 _______________

________ ________ ________Take Home Pay $1,310 $2,230 $4,100 _______________- Total Expenses $1,255 $1,980 $3,550 _______________

________ ________ ________Savings $55 $250 $550 _______________

1Amanda rents a one bedroom apartment; Josh owns a three bedroom home; Kelly owns a five bedroom home.2Amanda drives a used car; Josh and Kelly both drive new vehicles.3To figure your monthly salary, multiply the average weekly wage of your career choice from the Career Menu on pages 10-19 by 173.

Amanda, Josh, and Kelly are three friends who made different career choices. Look at theirexpenses and see what they each buy in a month. In the spaces on the right, list the amountsyou think you will spend in a month. Then look at the average hourly wage of your career choicein the Career Menu on pages 10-19. Multiply the average hourly wage by 173 to get yourmonthly salary. Does your career choice allow you to buy all the things you want?


Don’t let this statement stopyou from applying for the job ofyour dreams. By volunteering,getting involved in an internshipprogram, or participating inextracurricular activities, you can

gain the experience necessary toland that job you’ve beensearching for. Plus, theexperience looks great on collegeapplications and can help you getscholarships and financial aid.

Person to fill great job. Experience preferred.

WWAANNTTEEDD!!


Job ShadowingJob shadowing gives you the

opportunity to see first handwhat a job is really like. It

involves spendingtime watching aperson go throughthe daily activitiesof his or her job.Job shadowingcan help youdecide if thatcareer could be

the right one for you.Sometimes a job sounds great,but by job shadowing, you willsee if the job is too stressful, toodemanding or just too boring tohold your interest.

Information InterviewAn information interview is similar to a

job interview except that you get to ask allthe questions! You can learn about the typeof work a person in that field would be doing,what experience/education is required andwhat you could do to improve your chancesof landing a job. Plus, making contact withemployers before you are actually looking fora job is a great networking strategy.

Strategies toGain Experience

Extracurricular Activities4-H � Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) � DECA � National Ski

Patrol � Athletics � Girl Scouts � Boy Scouts � Students Against DrunkDriving (SADD) � Vocational/Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) �Band/Orchestra � Future Problem Solvers � Choir � Future Homemakers ofAmerica (FHA) � Science Fairs � Student Government � Yearbook/Journalism� National Honor Society � Cheerleading/PepClub � Future Farmers of America(FFA) � Hospital Volunteers � American Red Cross � Odyssey of the Mind �Natural Helpers � Debate/Forensics � Clubs (Drama, Rodeo, Art, French, etc.)


Basic Skills

I can:

� Read and write well.

� Solve mathproblems.

� Apply basic skills tonew situations.

� Follow directions.

�Work withoutconstant supervision.

� Think creatively.

� Talk about and fixproblems.

� Improve my skills.

� Keep a positive attitude aboutwork.

�Dress professionally.

� Accept newresponsibilities.

�Be reliable and ontime.

� Show pride in my work.

�Get along with others.

�Be a self-starter.

WorkplaceSkills

I can:

�Get my work done on time.

�Work quickly with fewmistakes.

�Organize my work area.

�Work in a group.

� Teach or lead others.

�Help members of myteam.

� Respect other cultures.

�Use a computer.

� Explain information toothers.

�Organize and keep files.

� Select the right equipment.

�Maintain equipment.

� Adapt to new technology.

GotSkills?

See how many of these skillsyou can check off. Includethe checked skills in yourresume (especially if youractual work experience islimited) and mentionthem during jobinterviews.


Out of This World ResumesWhether you are writing your first resume or updating an old one, you have

probably wondered how much difference it really makes in getting you the job.Well, a resume can say a lot about you, and not all of it is in words. Think ofyour resume as a word picture of yourself. Just as you would not show up foran interview in the same clothes you wore to hang out with friends, you shouldnot submit a resume that is badly organized or sloppy-looking. Since yourresume is likely the first thing a potential employer will see from you, it needs tobe a professional reflection of you and of your talents. Grammar is key, soproofread carefully.

Cover Letter:� Include a cover letter with everyresume that you do not personallydeliver.�Mention why you chose that companyand list your specific job qualifications. � Try to write the letter to a specificperson in the company and do not forgetto thank that person for his or her time. � Request an interview and indicatewhen you will be calling.

Cover Letters

April 1, 2007

Eric R. Daniels 2017 East “A” Street Torrington, Wyoming 82240

Gabrielle Edwards Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Happy Puppy Veterinary Clinic 15 Muddy River Road Torrington, Wyoming 82240

Dear Dr. Edwards,

I am writing to inquire about a summer position at your veterinary clinic.

I am currently a sophomore at Torrington High School, but would like to pursue a pre-veterinary degree at the University of Wyoming when I graduate. I gained experience with small animals by volunteering last summer at the Huntley Animal Shelter cleaning kennels and exercising the animals there.

I am familiar with your kenneling procedures and routine pet checkup visits, as my family has used your clinic for our dog, two cats, and several rabbits. I want to learn as much as I can fromyou and your colleagues. I am a hard worker and a fast learner.

My resume is enclosed for your review. I will contact your office next week to see if you are available to meet with me.

Thank you in advance for your time.

Sincerely,

Eric R. DanielsEric R. Daniels

Enclosure

October 1, 2007

Jenna S. Caine 112 South Maple Street Douglas, Wyoming 82633

Barbara H. Jackson Personnel Director Fletch and Fuller, Inc. 1423 East Aspen Avenue Douglas, Wyoming 82633

Dear Ms. Jackson,

I am a senior at Douglas High School with a 3.7 grade point average. I am very interested in pursuing a career in accounting upon graduation. I would like to see firsthand what it takes to be a top-notch accountant.

I am writing to inquire whether I might be able to work in your office after school as an assistant. I am eager to learn as much as possible about all aspects of accounting and am willing to start at the bottom. I know I could make a worthwhile contribution to your company.

I would like to meet with you to discuss any employment opportunities further. May I call you next week to schedule an interview?

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Jenna S. CaineJenna S. Caine

Enclosure


Reverse Chronological Resume

Reverse Chronological Resume:

� Starts with the most recentemployment and works backward.This is the most traditional type ofresume because it is easy to followand contains general informationabout employment and education.employment and works backward.

First Resume:

� Even though Eric does not have muchwork experience, he has includedvolunteer work and other activities,such as 4-H, that are related to the jobhe is trying to obtain. �With short resumes, you may wish toinclude your references at the bottom.� Keep all resumes to one page inlength.

ERIC R. DANIELS 2017 East “A” Street

Torrington, Wyoming 82240 (307) 555-4171

EMPLOYMENT Seeking a full-time summer position assisting a veterinarian, working OBJECTIVE primarily with small animals

EDUCATION 2005-2007 Torrington High School, Torrington, Wyoming

EXPERIENCE 2006 Volunteer (summer) Huntley Animal Shelter, Huntley, Wyoming * Cleaned cages and fed animals * Exercised animals

2005-2007 Biology Class Assistant Torrington High School, Torrington, Wyoming * Cleaned cages and fed laboratory rats

1997-2007 Member Torrington 4-H, Torrington, Wyoming * Raised rabbits for show at fairs * Responsible for daily care, feeding, and cleaning

REFERENCES Kit T. Katt, Manager Huntley Animal Shelter Huntley, Wyoming 82218 Telephone: (307) 555-6369

Bay O. Wolff, Instructor Torrington High School Torrington, Wyoming 82240 Telephone: (307) 555-3647

Jenna S. Caine 112 South Maple Street

Douglas, Wyoming 82633 (307) 555-2153

OBJECTIVE: Entry-level work experience within a CPA firm

EDUCATION: Douglas High School, Douglas, Wyoming GPA 3.7 Expected Graduation – June 2008

EMPLOYMENT: November 2006-September 2007 Office Assistant

Safety First Insurance, Douglas, Wyoming * Organized and maintained files * Performed administrative functions * Assisted co-workers in the performance of their duties

June 2006-August 2006 Customer Service SpecialistMcDoogles Restaurant, Douglas, Wyoming * Greeted customers and accurately took orders * Received money due and returned correct change * Balanced cash register at close of shift

June 2005-August 2005 Greenhouse WorkerSprouts and Stalks, Douglas, Wyoming * Prepared soil mixtures for planting beds * Calculated food and water needs of plants * Separated and packaged seedlings for sale

EXTRACURRICULARACTIVITIES: Student Council Treasurer, 2006-Present Member of National Honor Society President of Math Club Member of Spanish Club

References available upon request


Functional Resume

Remember... You can use extracurricularactivities as work experience.So, get out there and getinvolved!

Functional Resume:

� This type of resume is used when youwant to emphasize your skills. � Carefully study the duties of the jobyou are applying for and use thenecessary skills listed on theannouncement as the qualificationheaders. � Your employment history is usuallylisted at the bottom, especially if yourwork history covers more than ten years.

JENNA S. CAINE112 South Maple Street

Douglas, Wyoming 82633 (307) 555-2153

OBJECTIVE Seeking entry-level work experience within a CPA firm

QUALIFICATIONS Financial Statements – Knowledgeable of the correct procedures

for creating and maintaining journals, ledgers, balance sheets, income statements, etc.

Records Keeping – Highly organized; able to accurately balance cash receipts; able to create and maintain files and records

Computer Skills – Microsoft Office, WordPerfect, Lotus, Sage, and Quick Books

Motivation – Able to work independently; continually striving to reach high performance standards, including careful attention

to detail

EXPERIENCE11/2006 – 09/2007 Office Assistant

Safety First Insurance, Douglas, Wyoming

06/2006 – 08/2006 Customer Service Specialist McDoogles Restaurant, Douglas, Wyoming

06/2005 – 08/2005 Greenhouse Worker Sprouts and Stalks, Douglas, Wyoming

EDUCATION Douglas High School, Douglas, Wyoming GPA 3.7 (4.0/A) Expected Graduation – June 2008

ACADEMIC Student Council Treasurer, 2006-Present HIGHLIGHTS Member of National Honor Society President of Math Club Member of Spanish Club

References Furnished Upon Request

ERIC R. DANIELS2017 East “A” Street

Torrington, Wyoming 82240 (307) 555-4171

______________________________________________________________________________

SUMMARY Seeking a full-time summer position assisting a veterinarian, working primarily with small animals

VOLUNTEER Summer Volunteer, Summer 2006 WORK Huntley Animal Shelter, Huntley, Wyoming

* Cleaned cages and fed animals * Exercised animals

Biology Class Assistant, 2005-2007 Torrington High School, Torrington, Wyoming

* Cleaned cages and fed laboratory rats

RELATEDEXPERIENCE Member of 4-H

Torrington 4-H, Torrington, Wyoming * Raised rabbits for show at fairs * Responsible for daily care, feeding, and cleaning of animals

Pet Owner* Currently own and care for one dog, two cats, and six rabbits

EDUCATION 2005-2007 Torrington High School, Torrington, Wyoming

REFERENCES Kit T. Katt, Manager Huntley Animal Shelter Huntley, Wyoming 82218

Telephone: (307) 555-6369

Bay O. Wolff, Instructor Torrington High School

Torrington, Wyoming 82240 Telephone: (307) 555-3647


Ready to Blast Off? Check These First.

Is your resume:

� Typed and neatly spaced?� Clean?� On high quality paper?� Free of spelling errors?� Factually correct?

Electronic Resume:

� Scannable or plain text resumesare popular with large companiesreceiving a large volume of resumes.The resumes are scanned into acomputer program which searchesfor certain keywords. Only theresumes containing the keywordsare selected for further review.�When creating a computer-friendlyresume, always use standard fonttypes (i.e., Helvetica, Courier, Arial)and black ink on white paper.� Do not use tabs, graphics,underline, italics, asterisks, lines,boxes, parentheses or other unusualcharacters.� Collect keywords from the jobannouncement and incorporatethem into your resume. Use termscommon to the industry. Be specificabout computer software such asVisual Basic, XML, CAD, InDesign,JAVA, etc. Also, list any degrees,licenses or certificates that may berequired (MSHA, CPR training, realestate license).� Try faxing or e-mailing yourresume to a friend to see what itlooks like from the receiving endbefore you send it to a prospectiveemployer.

Electronic Resume

Jenna S. Caine 112 South Maple Street Douglas, WY 82633 307-555-2153 [email protected]

KEYWORD SUMMARYQuick Books, Sage, General Ledgers, Journals, Income Statements, Balance Sheets, Organized, Invoices, Reports, Motivated, Detail Oriented, High Performance Standards, Student Council Treasurer, National Honor Society

OBJECTIVE Seeking entry-level work experience within a CPA firm

EDUCATION Douglas High School, Douglas, WYGPA 3.7/4.0

EXPERIENCEOFFICE ASSISTANT, 11/2006 to 09/2007 Safety First Insurance, Douglas, Wyoming Organized and maintained files. Performed administrative functions. Assisted co-workers in the performance of their duties.

CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST, 06/2006 to 08/2006 McDoogles Restaurant, Douglas, Wyoming Greeted customers and accurately took orders. Received money due and returned correct change. Balanced cash register at close of shift.

GREENHOUSE WORKER, 06/2005 to 08/2005 Fletch and Fuller, Inc., Douglas, Wyoming Prepared soil mixtures for planting beds. Calculated food and water needs of plants. Separated and packaged seedlings for sale.

AFFILIATIONS Student Council Treasurer Member of National Honor Society President of Math Club Member of Spanish Club

REFERENCES Available upon request.


Keep good records of who youtalked to and how they helped.Check back with your contactsperiodically. Let them knowwhen you find a job. Alwayssend a thank you note to anyonewilling to give you a hand.

- Networking

Why networking works...

Networking is not justfor company executives.The truth is...anyone can

network, even you!

Networking is one of thebest ways to find a job.Most employers onlyadvertise a job opening as alast resort. Before that, theyask current employees ifthey know of anyone lookingfor a job. If you have beennetworking, you may becalled to set up an interview.

The best part of networkingis how easy it can be.First, make a list of everyperson you know. Then, startcalling. Tell them you arelooking for a job and ask ifthey know of any openings inyour area of interest. If not,ask them to keep you in mindin case something comes up.

Only 20% of all job openings are advertised in thenewspapers or through employment agencies.That’s just a hint of what lies below the surface.

The other 80% are filled by referrals from employeesor others in the industry. Networking can identifyyou as a potential candidate.

The Secret toYour Success


Q: Tell me about yourself.A: Use your resume as a guide. Talkabout your education, work history orschool activities, and your goals forthe future (involve the companyyou are interviewing with in yourgoals).

Q: Why do you want to work forour company?A: Start by telling theinterviewer what you can dofor them. Do your homeworkon the company (i.e., checktheir website)and indicateyour interest ina currentproject. Mentionsome of thehighlights fromyour researchand your desireto contribute tosuch aprogressivecompany. Talkabout howworking for theircompany willhelp you meetyour goals.

Q: What do youlook for in a job?A: State thatyou are lookingfor a chance tochallenge andimprove yourskills.

Q: What are your strengths?A: Think of at least three and try torelate them to the job you are

interviewing for. Always giveexamples of how you used

your strengths in the past tosolve problems.

Q: What are yourweaknesses?A: Show your weakness as

an opportunity for growth(i.e., “Because I just graduated,my greatest weakness is that I

do not have muchexperience, but Iam excited tolearn new things.”)

Q. Do you haveany questions?A. Always have atleast two readybeforehand. Hereare someexamples: Couldyou describe yourideal employee?How would youdescribe a typicalday in this job?What are some ofthe problems Iwould be workingto fix? How doesthis job fit in withthe rest of thedepartment? Howlong do peopleusually remain inthis job?

Interview Dos and Don’ts

�� Try to schedule yourinterview between 9:00and 11:00 a.m.

�� Learn about the companyfirst.

�� Keep your answers short and focused.�� Look your best.�� Smile and look the interviewer in the

eye.�� Be enthusiastic about the job.�� Ask questions.�� Thank the interviewer for his or her

time when done.

�� Don’t be late.�� Don’t chew gum.�� Don’t say “uh,” “you know,”

and “like.”�� Don’t ask how much you

will get paid. (You negotiatethat after they make you an offer.)

�� Don’t badmouth your former employer.

Don't

Do

Easy Answers to Tough QuestionsInterview Secrets

By law, employers can only askinterview questionsrelating to the job.

However, some employers maydeliberately or accidentallyask an illegal question.Below are some illegalquestions you may beasked during an interview, the reasoningbehind the questions, and a response you cangive that may address their concerns.

Illegal questions: How old are you? What isyour birth date?Why they might be asking: Some jobs haveminimum age requirements (i.e., to work in abar you must be of legal drinking age).Possible answer: I am old enough to meet theminimum age requirements for this position.

Illegal questions: Are you married? Do youhave children? When do you plan on starting afamily?Why they might be asking: They areconcerned you will have family conflicts if youare asked to travel, to work night shift, or towork overtime.

Possible answer: My personal life will notaffect my ability to do this job.

Illegal questions: Are you a U.S. citizen?Where were you born? What is yournationality?Why they might be asking: They need toknow if you are authorized to work in the U.S.Possible answer: I am able to legally work inthe United States.

Illegal questions: Do you have anydisabilities? What is your familymedical history? How often did youcall in sick at your last job?Why they might be asking: They are worriedyou will not be able to perform job-relatedfunctions because of physical limitations.Possible answer: I would be able to physicallyperform the essential functions of this job.

Note: After you are offered the job, you willhave to provide proof that what you said istrue. For example, you may need to provide acopy of your drivers’ license, social securitycard, or work visa. Also, you may be requiredto pass a physical exam or drug test.


Ace Your InterviewStep 1: Read the jobdescription and write

down all the things thecompany is looking for.

Step 2: Write downhow your education orexperience fills eachrequirement. Don’t

forget examples!

Step 7: Review yourlists just before the

interview, so you willnot forget anything.

Step 6: Read over yourlists several times andpractice saying yourresponses out loud.

Step 5: Write downreasons why you want the job and

why you think theyshould hire you.

Step 4: Write down atleast two questions for

the interviewer.

Step 3: Think ofpossible interview

questions and writedown your answers.

How to Answer Illegal Questions


You have the right to:� Use required personal protective equipment, including safety clothing, hard hats,goggles, ear plugs, and get training on how to use them properly.� Refuse to work if you believe in good faith that the job or conditions are dangerousand are exposing you to imminent danger. Call 1-800-321-OSHA immediately to reportimminent dangers.� Work only the limited hours and at the types of work permitted by the state andfederal laws.� Get training about health and safety, including information about machines, jobtasks, and hazardous chemicals that could be harmful to your health.� Work without racial or sexual harassment.� Ask for payment for medical care (workers’ compensation) if you get injured or sickbecause of your job. You may be entitled to payment for lost wages if you miss workbecause of your injury.

Employer Responsibilities:� Employers must provide appropriate personal protective equipment (such as gloves,aprons, and foot protection) to help protect employees from hazards.� Employers must make any employees exposed to hazardous materials aware of thehazards and train them to protect themselves from these hazards.� Employers must display a poster prepared by the U.S. Dept. of Labor or your statelabor department outlining the protections of the Occupational Safety and Health Act.

The U. S. Department of Labor and the WyomingDepartment of Employment’s Labor Standards office arecommitted to helping young workers find positive,appropriate and safe employment experiences. The youthemployment provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act(FLSA) were enacted to ensure that when young peoplework, the work does not jeopardize their health, well-being, or educational opportunities.

DO YOU KNOWYOUR RIGHTS?

��For more information on employee rights and safety for teenage workers,visit http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/teenworkers/index.html


�For information regarding the FLSA youth employment provisions, including acomplete list of all hazardous occupations visit www.youthrules.dol.gov.

TEEN INJURIES OCCUR FROM:� Unsafe equipment� Stressful conditions� Inadequate safety training� Inadequate supervision� Dangerous work that is illegal or

inappropriate for youth� Trying to hurry� Alcohol and drug use

If you are under 18 years old, you are not allowedto operate power-driven machines, including:

- Power-driven meat slicers and meat grinders- Forklifts- Paper balers and cardboard compactors- Power-driven bakery equipment, incl. mixers- Power-driven woodworking equipment,

including chain saws and circular saws- Drive motor vehicles or working as an

outside helper on motor vehicles- Logging or sawmilling operations- Wrecking, demolition, or ship-breaking- Roofing- Trenching and excavation operations

Wyoming Labor Laws� Wyoming’s minimum wage is $5.15 per hour (unless under age 20, andin the first 90 consecutive days of employment).� If you earn $30.00 or more per month in tips, your employer can pay you$2.13/hour in wages as long as your tips plus wages equal $5.15/hour).� If you are 14 or 15 years old you must give proof of age to your employer. � If you are in a tipped position, your employer may ask you to voluntarilyparticipate in tip pooling with other staff, but you cannot be required topool your tips.� Employers may not deduct from wages because of employee negligence orcriminal conduct without first obtaining a court order. If a customerdecides to “dine and dash” without paying, the employer cannot deduct thecustomer’s bill from your wages.

For more on Wyoming Labor Laws, visit the Wyoming Department of Employment,Labor Standards office website at http://doe.state.wy.us/doe.asp?ID=3

You must be 16 years old, towork on construction sites.

Source: U. S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, www.osha.gov


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1.7%

2.1% Doctoral Degree

Professional Degree

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree

Some College

High School Graduate

Some High School $396

$554

$622

$672

$900

$1,064

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Unemployment Rate in 2003 Median Weekly Earnings in 2003

Education Pays...

Notes: Unemployment and earnings for workers 25 and older, by educational attainment; earnings for full-time wage and salary workers.Source: U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2006, July 26). Education pays. Retrieved August 2, 2006, from www.bls.gov/emp/emptab7.htm

Set YourSights High

Nurse ($23.18) Doctor ($60.55)Brokerage Clerk ($12.38) Stockbroker ($29.38)Paralegal ($13.64) Lawyer ($32.37)Dental Hygienist ($25.55) Dentist ($38.46)Bank Teller ($9.25) Budget Analyst ($26.84)Security Guard ($10.63) Detective ($24.36)

Don’t be a... When you can be a...

Why go to college?

� It opens career doors� You can expand your social circle� Knowledge is power�Our culture puts a high value on

educated people� Insurance companies say you will

live longer� You will likely have more time and

money to donate to charity


What if...Using your Wyoming Career Explorer as a guide to your future

Practice InterviewsComplete “Want to Ace Your Interview?” on page 31 for a variety of jobs fromthe newspaper. Work with a partner to develop a list of typical interviewquestions. One of you acts as the interviewer and conducts a practiceinterview. The one being interviewed writes his or her responses on a sheet ofpaper. Then, switch roles. Discuss the answers given for each interviewquestion. Examine good answers and areas where answers could be improved.

Exploring Occupations With ANSWERSPick an occupation and see a description of the job, its wages, employmentprojections, and other helpful information with Wyoming’s ANSWERS LaborMarket Information website - http://doe.state.wy.us/ANSWERS/. You can alsocompare occupations to each other and watch videos of people working inthose jobs. Click on the Labor Market Info tab and choose OccupationExplorer. Type in an occupation (e.g., dentist) and hit Search.

Information InterviewsInterview professionals working in the fields of your interest. Prepare questionsbefore the interview and write a report of your findings. Refer to page 23.

Job ShadowingArrange a job shadowing experience by talking to the Human Resourcesdepartment of a company with occupations you may like. Before going to thejob site, research the career and prepare five questions to be asked while jobshadowing. You can find out what is good about the job, what is bad about it,and whether you still want to pursue the job as a career. Refer to page 23.

Choosing a Career to Fit Your LifestyleUse the budget exercise on page 21 to help you realize how much money isrequired to live the lifestyle you expect in the future. Also, check out thiswebsite from Texas Workforce Solutions for an interactive quiz to determinehow much money you will need - http://www.cdr.state.tx.us/realitycheck/.

Writing a Resume and Cover LetterComplete the skills check list on page 24 to give you an idea of your strengths.Use the information to write a usable resume and cover letter. Follow theexamples on pages 25-28 or visit some websites dedicated to resume writing.

Networking ExerciseDevelop your own network of potential job contacts. Make a list of everyoneyou know and how they might be able to help you find a job. Use the people onyour list as contacts for information interviews and as candidates for jobshadowing. Refer to page 29.

Documents

WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT W Wyyoommiinngg ...doe.state.wy.us/lmi/explorer2006.pdf · Wyoming Department of Employment, Research & Planning Page 3 The Wyoming Department of