Career Resources
O*NET is a tool that helps users to explore over 900 occupations. It gives users detailed information about skills, education, and outlook on different professions.
My Texas Future is a free website from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board that helps middle- and high-school students explore careers, plan classes, and take step-by-step actions to get ready for college, training, or a job after high school.
Texas Career Check is a tool that allows you to explore occupations and career and educational pathways .
Texas Reality Check is a tool that allows users to explore how lifestyle choices impact monthly expenses and determine the salary needed to support those choices. Students who use the Lifestyle Calculator are able to simulate various living situations and see how their decisions impact their monthly budget. The Occupation Calculator then helps to identify careers that match the desired salary requirements.
This website offers tools to explore career options, gain work experience, and explore post-secondary education options.
Workforce Solutions Alamo is a community-focused organization that provides free career development and educational support to individuals in the San Antonio area. Their Youth Empowerment Services (YES!) program is specifically designed for young people aged 16 to 24, offering a range of services to help them succeed in education and the workforce. Contact your counselor for more details.
Check out this video to walk you through a step-by-step process on how to use O*NET. This video also has tips on how to elevate your resume using the skills section in O*NET (Armstead, 2014).