Job searching can be stressful. Not knowing what to do next can be stressful.
You might not know where to start, or you might feel overwhelmed by all the available options.
We’ve created a handy checklist that will help guide your way.
So-called “soft skills” are personality traits and behaviors that are key to landing a job and enjoying a successful career. These qualities are timeless and valuable in all fields – from high tech to manufacturing to the service sector and beyond. What are employers looking for? Are we prepared?
This WQED program explores those issues with an eye towards future needs.
Open a question below, and watch videos that match your desires to your interests.
Welding
Listen to Kaitlyn talk about her training at Pittsburgh Technical College
Culinary Arts
Watch Thomas as he cooks up the life and career he loves
Computer Science
Listen to how computer science is empowering.
Equine Veterinarian
Watch a vet at Allegheny Equine
Soil and Water Conservationist
Meet Riley who is an agricultural conservationist with Allegheny County.
Civil Engineer
Meet Adam who works right here in Pittsburgh for PJ Dick.
Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering
Meet Lynn who works for Arconic.
Barber
Listen to a female Barber owner reaching her dream.
Fitness Trainer
Listen to Joyce talk about being a business owner.
Direct Support Professional
Randy loves helping people with disabilities with their day to day activities.
Marketing
Listen to Kristin working in Lawrenceville loving her job.
Community Development Market Manager
Listen to Jason talk about why he loves his job.
Forensic Lab Technician
Visit a spectroscopy lab at Waynesburg University for an explanation of how an unknown material found at a crime scene is identified.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Listen to Jeremy talk about a day in the life of…
Prototype Machinist
Listen to Eric talk about his fabulous job at Carnegie Mellon
UPS
Go on the job with UPS drivers and warehouse staff.