Whether you’ve only just started thinking about careers or already have some ideas in mind, it’s always good to be aware of your options. Maybe there’s an ideal type of job for you out there that you just haven’t heard of yet or that you’ve already dismissed because the stereotype doesn’t appeal.
Feeling a bit uncertain about careers or torn between conflicting priorities? Our advice on how to choose a career can help you start to work out what’s important to you, shake off any unhelpful assumptions that you or those around you may have, and work out what to do if you feel spoilt for choice.
Got a rough idea of what’s important to you, but not sure how this translates into an actual job? One of the following articles may help you:
Careers involving travel
Careers working with children
Careers working with animals
Careers helping people
Creative careers
Careers as a manager
Well-paid careers Already have some specific career areas in mind and want to find out more? TARGETcareers has advice and info on 14 key career areas, ranging from media to science. Each outlines what types of jobs and employers are available, how to get into it, what the salaries are like and whether the work would suit you.