Photographers take pictures of people, places, or things in order to sell products, entertain people, report the news, or preserve memories. This profession allows one to work from almost anywhere – whether it be at home, in the local community, or from any particular location in the world. Newspapers and magazines commonly employ photographers. They […]
People’s lives often depend on the quick reaction and competent care of emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics. Incidents as varied as automobile accidents, heart attacks, gunshot wounds, slips and falls require immediate medical attention. EMTs and paramedics provide this vital service as they care for and transport the sick or injured to a medical […]
Chauffeurs operate limousines, vans, and private cars. They provide transportation for special occasions, and for times when it’s inconvenient for customers to drive their own cars or use public transportation. They may work for hire, or they may work for private businesses, government agencies, or wealthy individuals. Many chauffeurs transport travelers in large vans between […]
Almost everyone, at one time or another, has taught another person something. Mothers and fathers are our first teachers. They taught you many things before you were old enough to attend school. Parents who homeschool their children continue to teach them throughout the school years. But usually the word “teacher” brings to mind a person […]
Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural managers own and operate farms, ranches, nurseries, timber tracts, greenhouses, or other agricultural establishments. Many are self-employed farmers and ranchers operating family-owned farms. Most farmers receive their training on the job, often by being raised on a farm. However, the completion of a 2-year associate degree or a 4-year bachelor’s degree […]
Engineers employ mathematical and scientific principles to develop effective solutions to real-world, technical problems. Engineers need to be creative, curious, analytical, and detail-oriented. Communication skills are important because engineers often work with people in a wide range of fields. They should be able to work as part of a team. A bachelor’s degree in engineering […]
Don’t want to work inside all day? If you’re a park ranger for the National Park Service, you could spend much of your workday outdoors at one of nearly 400 locations around the country – including some of the most beautiful and historic sites on earth. NPS is one of the most visible and beloved […]
Carpenters are skilled construction workers. Carpenters construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures made from wood and other materials. Carpenters are involved in many different kinds of construction, from the building of highways and bridges to the installation of kitchen cabinets. Each carpentry task is somewhat different, but most involve the same basic steps. […]
Introducing our New Career-of-the-Month Column! Geoscientists and hydrologists study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth, and the Earth’s geologic past and present by using sophisticated instruments to analyze the composition of earth, rock, and water. Many geoscientists and hydrologists help to search for natural resources such as groundwater, minerals, metals, […]