Career Exploration Tools for Youth

Career Explorer

A tool that can be used to learn about different jobs in Iowa including what wages you can earn and what training or education you need.

• Link: https://workforce.iowa.gov/career-explorer

O*NET Career Exploration Tools

Offers free career assessment tools designed for youth to explore careers based on their interests, values, and skills.

• Link: https://www.onetonline.org/

MyNextMove

A simple and engaging career exploration tool for young people that provides career options based on interests and abilities.

• Link: https://www.mynextmove.org/

Myfuture

Resources to explore career pathways and tools to develop self-knowledge to help with career decision-making.

• Link: https://myfuture.edu.au/

CareerOneStop Youth Program Finder

Helps youth find training and employment programs by location, with a focus on WIOA services.

• Link: https://www.careeronestop.org

RoadTrip Nation

Offers videos and career exploration tools that focus on personal stories from individuals in various career paths. Ideal for helping youth understand career journeys.

• Link: https://roadtripnation.com/

mySkillsmyFuture

Career exploration tool provided by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps individuals explore job options and find new careers based on their current or previous work experience.

• Link: https://www.myskillsmyfuture.org/

Career Information for Students

Search for careers based on what interests you. Find out what people in an occupation do, what kind of education and training they need, salary information, and job outlook.

• Link: https://www.bls.gov/k12/home.htm

SkillUp America

A free online learning platform offering career exploration, skill-building, and job placement support in in-demand industries like technology and healthcare.

• Link: https://www.skillup.org/