Career Exploration
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Finding a good fit
One way to explore majors and careers is to consider how personalities relate to work environments. A career theory created by Dr. John Holland indicates that people and careers can usually be classified into six basic types. Knowing about these types can help you identify major and career options to explore.
Realistic
People in the realistic category often prefer to work with objects and things. They are likely to enjoy creating things with their hands and using tools and machines. Some prefer...read more
Investigative
People in the investigative category often have a strong desire to understand cause and effect and solve puzzles and problems. They often work in jobs that are scientific in nature. They often have jobs that include...read more
Artistic
People in the artistic category prefer to be expressive. They like the opportunity to create new things and be innovative. They typically don't like structure or conformity. They prefer to use their imagination...read more
Social
People in the social category prefer to work with others in a supportive way. They tend to be highly verbal, express themselves well, and get along well in groups. Social types typically prefer the team approach to problem solving. People in the social category often describe themselves as cooperative, friendly...read more
Enterprising
People in the enterprising category often prefer activities selling and promoting. They enjoy influencing others and being in a leadership position. They often use their skills to influence others. They often like competitive activities...read more
Conventional
People in the conventional category often prefer orderly, systematic work—typically with data. Work tasks often include keeping records and organizing written and numerical materials according to a plan. They like to see things run efficiently and smoothly...read more
This model of occupations is the copyrighted work of Dr. John Holland, and his publisher, Psychological Assessment Resources, Inc. (PAR).