Career Development at Northeast assists students in transitioning into the school, exploring career opportunities and developing career plans.

It is a school-wide goal that all students transition out of Northeast on a clearly defined career path.  

The following stages are critical parts of Northeast’s career development program:  

Self-Assessment

• Understanding what you want and need in your career
• Identifying your interests and skills
• Determining what will give you job satisfaction
• Identifying roadblocks in your life

Career Exploration

• Target a variety of occupations
• Gather “world of work” information
• Evaluate the information and narrow your choices

Developing a Career Goal

• Learn how to make career decisions
• Decide on a specific career
• Set goals and action plans

Marketing Student Skills

• Assemble an effective portfolio that showcases your skills and talent
• Develop job search strategies
• Understand the labor market in your chosen field
• Write effective resumes and cover letters
• Learn how to interview well
• Follow-up and evaluate your job search and career goals