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Career Exploration

Season 5 Episode 506 | 26m 46s

About 80 percent of U.S. students end up changing their college major at least once. Now, new technology makes it easier for teens to explore occupations online – and even go on “virtual job shadows” so they can make better decisions about careers. On this episode career counselors reveal strategies and digital resources to help young people explore their interests and aptitudes.

Aired: 04/04/18
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