Careers in this cluster involve designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.
Apprenticeship Information (General)
http://www.doleta.gov/OA - This is the website of the Apprenticeship Training, Employer and Labor Services section of the U. S. Department of Labor. By clicking on “Search Sponsors Database” you can locate approved employer sponsors for various apprenticeship training programs on a county level across the country . http://www.apprenticesearch.com/fpTrades/trades.asp - This Ontario-based website for employers and apprentices includes a list of many trades that have apprenticeships. In addition to info on wages, prospects and working conditions, each trade includes a small self-assessment to determine if the trade would be a good fit. It’s a great way for job seekers to begin researching skilled trades.
http://www.careersinconstruction.ca/main/index_e.asp- The Careers in Construction web site not only contains information on specific construction careers but also gives an insiders view to the industry as a whole. http://www.nawic.org/- Women interested in the construction field should check out the National Association of Women in Construction web site. http://www.constructmyfuture.com/choose.html - This website provides information for students, parents and teachers on careers in the construction industry. http://www.buildingcareers.org/ - This is the web page of the “Make It Happen” program of the Home Builders Institute. Here you will find information of careers and education and training programs in the construction industry.
http://careers.nccer.org - The Careers section of the National Center for Construction Education and Research provides descriptions of different construction careers, profiles of individuals in the field, profiles of construction projects, etc. http://ahc.org/wmspage.cfm?parml=2455 - This site comes from the Associated Builders and Contractors. It has a wealth of information on the construction industry, especially information on training programs (apprenticeship to college). Section links are Opportunities in Construction: Earning Power: Is Construction for Me?: Virtual Job Site Tour: Where Do I Go from Here?: and Related Links. http://www.agc.org/page.ww?section=Construction+Workforce+Career+Path&name=High+School - A number of career resources on the construction industry can be found at the high school section of the Associated General Contractors of America web site. http://careers.nccer.org/ - The Careers section of the National Center for Construction Education and Research provides descriptions of different construction careers, profiles of individuals in the field, profiles of construction projects, etc.
Electrical
http://www.njatc.org/ - This is the website of the National Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee for the electrical industry and contains information regarding training for electrical careers. http://www.electrifyingcareers.com - This website contains information on 59 careers in the electrical industry including both business and technical careers.
Heating, Ventilation, Cooling, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
http://www.coolcareers.org/jobs/index.shtml - The Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute and other organizations in the heating and cooling field support the Cool Careers website. Individuals can find information related to careers in heating, ventilation, cooling, air conditioning, refrigeration and plumbing.
http://www.khake.com/page29.html - You will find many links in the Guide to Welding & Metalworking Careers at the Vocational Information Center. http://www.hgt.gwynedd.gov.uk/emta/weldingasacareer.htm - This European web site provides an overview of welding as a career. http://www.pmpa.org/careers - The Precision Machined Products Association provides information on careers in precision machining (machinist/toolmaker). http://www.metalforming.com/edufound/Student/index.htm - In the student section of the Precision Metalforming Association Education Foundation’s web page you will find career and related information on the metalforming industry including machinists and toolmakers.
Careers in this cluster involve planning, managing and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering. http://www.captech.org- Students can obtain information on the process technology field (manufacturing) at the Center for the Advancement of Process Technology web site. http://www.manufacturingiscool.com - This is the website of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. Several areas are of interest to students. The “Career Information and Opportunities” section has information on manufacturing engineering and also links to other types of engineering and related careers. The “Tour Where Manufacturing Happens” link allows you to see how various items are manufactured and the “Cool Colleges” link allows you to search for colleges offering programs in the field. Finally, the “Scholarships” section has information on SME and other scholarship programs. Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Cluster Careers in this cluster involve planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering) including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services. http://www.mentornet.net/ - MentorNet is a nonprofit e-mentoring network that addresses the retention and success of those in engineering, science and mathematics, particularly but not exclusively women and other underrepresented groups. MentorNet provides highly motivated protégés from many of the world's top colleges and universities with positive, one-on-one, email-based mentoring relationships with mentors from industry and academia. In addition, the MentorNet Community provides opportunities to connect with others from around the world who are interested in diversifying engineering and science. http://www.nap.edu/readingroom/books/careers/contents.html -The Careers in Science and Engineering website provides a detailed guide to planning your education and career in these fields. Of particular interest is the career profiles section, which highlights individual’s actual career paths.
Engineering
http://www.tryengineering.org/home.php - TryEngineering.org is a resource for students, parents, teachers and school counselors. This is a portal about engineering and engineering careers, and the sponsors hope will help young people understand better what engineering means, and how an engineering career can be made part of their future. http://www.engineeringk12.org/ - This is the website of the American Society for Engineering Education.The site has information on the engineering field for both students and educators. http://www.discoverengineering.org - An interactive tour of the engineering profession is given. http://www.engineeringinsights.org - This website from the National Association of Professional Engineers has information on the various engineering specialties and the settings in which they work. http://www.swe.org/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=115&ssSourceNodeId=8 - This is the K-12 program section of the Society of Women Engineers website. It contains resources for students and educators from elementary to high school. http://www.asce.org/kids/whatis.cfm- Individuals considering a career in civil engineering should go to this section of the American Society of Civil Engineers website. http://www.asce.org/kids/resources.cfn#prograrms - This is the career resource portion of the American Society of Civil Engineers website. It contains career information including links to many related websites. http://www.mentornet.net/ - MentorNet is a nonprofit e-mentoring network that addresses the retention and success of those in engineering, science and mathematics, particularly but not exclusively women and other underrepresented groups. MentorNet provides highly motivated protégés from many of the world's top colleges and universities with positive, one-on-one, email-based mentoring relationships with mentors from industry and academia. In addition, the MentorNet Community provides opportunities to connect with others from around the world who are interested in diversifying engineering and science.
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster
Careers in this cluster involve planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance. http://education.dot.gov - The Garrett A. Morgan Technology & Transportation Futures program website comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation and features information on a variety of transportation careers including aviation and marine transportation.
Automotive and Truck Related
http://www.ayes.org/docs/about/index.htrnl - This is the website of the Automotive Youth Education System, which is a partnership among participating automotive manufacturers, participating local dealers, and selected local high schools/tech prep schools. The programs goal is to encourage bright students with a good mechanical aptitude to pursue careers in the ever-changing fields of automotive service technology or collision repair/refinish, and to prepare them for entry-level positions or challenging academic options. http://www.natef.org/career.cfm - This web site from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation provides career information on Automobile Technician, Auto Body Technician, Truck Technician, Parts Specialist and Alternative Fuels Vehicle Technician .
Engineering & Industrial Career Pathway
Architecture & Construction Cluster
Careers in this cluster involve designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the built environment.
Apprenticeship Information (General)
http://www.doleta.gov/OA - This is the website of the Apprenticeship Training, Employer and Labor Services section of the U. S. Department of Labor. By clicking on “Search Sponsors Database” you can locate approved employer sponsors for various apprenticeship training programs on a county level across the country .
http://www.apprenticesearch.com/fpTrades/trades.asp - This Ontario-based website for employers and apprentices includes a list of many trades that have apprenticeships. In addition to info on wages, prospects and working conditions, each trade includes a small self-assessment to determine if the trade would be a good fit. It’s a great way for job seekers to begin researching skilled trades.
Architecture
http://www.akropolis.net/~zeus/architecture/ - This website contains a great deal of information on careers in all the fields of architecture.
http://www.aia.org/ed_careers - This is the careers in architecture section of the American Institute of Architects.
http://www.naab.org - Information on accredited training programs in architecture can be found at this web site.
http://www.akropolis.net/~zeus/landscape/ - This website contains a great deal of information on careers in all the fields of landscape architecture.
Construction Related
http://www.careersinconstruction.ca/main/index_e.asp- The Careers in Construction web site not only contains information on specific construction careers but also gives an insiders view to the industry as a whole.
http://www.nawic.org/- Women interested in the construction field should check out the National Association of Women in Construction web site.
http://www.constructmyfuture.com/choose.html - This website provides information for students, parents and teachers on careers in the construction industry.
http://www.buildingcareers.org/ - This is the web page of the “Make It Happen” program of the Home Builders Institute. Here you will find information of careers and education and training programs in the construction industry.
http://careers.nccer.org - The Careers section of the National Center for Construction Education and Research provides descriptions of different construction careers, profiles of individuals in the field, profiles of construction projects, etc.
http://ahc.org/wmspage.cfm?parml=2455 - This site comes from the Associated Builders and
Contractors. It has a wealth of information on the construction industry, especially information on
training programs (apprenticeship to college). Section links are Opportunities in Construction:
Earning Power: Is Construction for Me?: Virtual Job Site Tour: Where Do I Go from Here?: and
Related Links.
http://www.agc.org/page.ww?section=Construction+Workforce+Career+Path&name=High+School - A number of career resources on the construction industry can be found at the high school section of the Associated General Contractors of America web site.
http://careers.nccer.org/ - The Careers section of the National Center for Construction Education and Research provides descriptions of different construction careers, profiles of individuals in the field, profiles of construction projects, etc.
Electrical
http://www.njatc.org/ - This is the website of the National Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee for the electrical industry and contains information regarding training for electrical careers.
http://www.electrifyingcareers.com - This website contains information on 59 careers in the electrical industry including both business and technical careers.
Heating, Ventilation, Cooling, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
http://www.coolcareers.org/jobs/index.shtml - The Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute and other organizations in the heating and cooling field support the Cool Careers website. Individuals can find information related to careers in heating, ventilation, cooling, air conditioning, refrigeration and plumbing.
Plumbing & Heating
https://www.phccweh.org/foundation/career.cfm - The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association offers a number of career education resources at this website.
Welding & Metalworking
http://www.khake.com/page29.html - You will find many links in the Guide to Welding & Metalworking Careers at the Vocational Information Center.
http://www.hgt.gwynedd.gov.uk/emta/weldingasacareer.htm - This European web site provides an overview of welding as a career.
http://www.pmpa.org/careers - The Precision Machined Products Association provides information on careers in precision machining (machinist/toolmaker).
http://www.metalforming.com/edufound/Student/index.htm - In the student section of the Precision Metalforming Association Education Foundation’s web page you will find career and related information on the metalforming industry including machinists and toolmakers.
Other Construction Related
http://www.insulation.org/careers/contracting.cfm - An overview of insulation contracting is given at the National Insulation Association website.
Manufacturing Cluster
Careers in this cluster involve planning, managing and performing the processing of materials into intermediate or final products and related professional and technical support activities such as production planning and control, maintenance and manufacturing/process engineering.
http://www.captech.org - Students can obtain information on the process technology field (manufacturing) at the Center for the Advancement of Process Technology web site.
http://www.manufacturingiscool.com - This is the website of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. Several areas are of interest to students. The “Career Information and Opportunities” section has information on manufacturing engineering and also links to other types of engineering and related careers. The “Tour Where Manufacturing Happens” link allows you to see how various items are manufactured and the “Cool Colleges” link allows you to search for colleges offering programs in the field. Finally, the “Scholarships” section has information on SME and other scholarship programs.
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Cluster
Careers in this cluster involve planning, managing, and providing scientific research and professional and technical services (e.g., physical science, social science, engineering) including laboratory and testing services, and research and development services.
http://www.mentornet.net/ - MentorNet is a nonprofit e-mentoring network that addresses the retention and success of those in engineering, science and mathematics, particularly but not exclusively women and other underrepresented groups. MentorNet provides highly motivated protégés from many of the world's top colleges and universities with positive, one-on-one, email-based mentoring relationships with mentors from industry and academia. In addition, the MentorNet Community provides opportunities to connect with others from around the world who are interested in diversifying engineering and science.
http://www.nap.edu/readingroom/books/careers/contents.html - The Careers in Science and Engineering website provides a detailed guide to planning your education and career in these fields. Of particular interest is the career profiles section, which highlights individual’s actual career paths.
Engineering
http://www.tryengineering.org/home.php - TryEngineering.org is a resource for students, parents, teachers and school counselors. This is a portal about engineering and engineering careers, and the sponsors hope will help young people understand better what engineering means, and how an engineering career can be made part of their future.
http://www.engineeringk12.org/ - This is the website of the American Society for Engineering Education. The site has information on the engineering field for both students and educators.
http://www.discoverengineering.org - An interactive tour of the engineering profession is given.
http://www.engineeringinsights.org - This website from the National Association of Professional Engineers has information on the various engineering specialties and the settings in which they work.
http://www.swe.org/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=115&ssSourceNodeId=8 - This is the K-12 program section of the Society of Women Engineers website. It contains resources for students and educators from elementary to high school.
http://www.asce.org/kids/whatis.cfm- Individuals considering a career in civil engineering should go to this section of the American Society of Civil Engineers website.
http://www.asce.org/kids/resources.cfn#prograrms - This is the career resource portion of the American Society of Civil Engineers website. It contains career information including links to many related websites.
http://www.mentornet.net/ - MentorNet is a nonprofit e-mentoring network that addresses the retention and success of those in engineering, science and mathematics, particularly but not exclusively women and other underrepresented groups. MentorNet provides highly motivated protégés from many of the world's top colleges and universities with positive, one-on-one, email-based mentoring relationships with mentors from industry and academia. In addition, the MentorNet Community provides opportunities to connect with others from around the world who are interested in diversifying engineering and science.
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Cluster
Careers in this cluster involve planning, management, and movement of people, materials, and goods by road, pipeline, air, rail and water and related professional and technical support services such as transportation infrastructure planning and management, logistics services, mobile equipment and facility maintenance.
http://education.dot.gov - The Garrett A. Morgan Technology & Transportation Futures program website comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation and features information on a variety of transportation careers including aviation and marine transportation.
Automotive and Truck Related
http://www.ayes.org/docs/about/index.htrnl - This is the website of the Automotive Youth Education System, which is a partnership among participating automotive manufacturers, participating local dealers, and selected local high schools/tech prep schools. The programs goal is to encourage bright students with a good mechanical aptitude to pursue careers in the ever-changing fields of automotive service technology or collision repair/refinish, and to prepare them for entry-level positions or challenging academic options.
http://www.natef.org/career.cfm - This web site from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation provides career information on Automobile Technician, Auto Body Technician, Truck Technician, Parts Specialist and Alternative Fuels Vehicle Technician .
Aviation Related
http://www.alpa.org/Default.aspx?tabid=123 - Future pilots should go to this page on the Air Line Pilot Association’s website.
http://www.faa.gov/careers/employment/atc.htm - In this section of the Federal Aviation Administration website information on air traffic control specialists is provided.
http://www.natca.net/about/career.msp - Here the National Association of Air Traffic Controllers provides information on air traffic controller careers.