You can use Naviance to explore careers, what knowledge and skills they require, related majors and potential job earnings!

If you do not know what you want to do, then we suggest completing some of the career assessments listed below to help you find out what career clusters and occupations you may be interested in! All of the following assessments can be found under the Self-Discovery drop-down at the top of the Naviance Student page.

Cluster Finder – Identify activities, personal qualities, and school subjects that interest you the most to find compatible career clusters while also exploring various careers in those clusters.

Career Interest Profiler – Continue to examine your Holland types and find out which careers associated with your type require no, little, moderate or extensive college preparation.

Career Key – Understand Holland’s Six Personality Types, which are most influential for you, and search careers based upon each type.

Intelligences – Learn about the 9 multiple intelligences, which ones you are strongest in, and discover ways to use them to be successful in high school and beyond.

Learning and Productivity – Discover what factors influence and affect how you learn and what you can do to improve your study skills and environment.

Personality – Find out what your 4 letter Briggs & Meyers code is to identify your personal traits and characteristics, college satisfiers, and learning style.

StrengthsExplorer – Delve into which personal strengths you have and how they can assist your consideration of various careers.

IL High School 2 Career

Come and find out what careers earn the most by connecting to real-life earnings for various career areas and education levels! Learn more at ILHighSchool2Career

Waubonsee Career Program Videos

Waubonsee has created some great Career Program videos that highlight some of the interesting career programs they offer! There are also longer session videos highlighting Health Care Programs and Men in Helping Professions. Learn more: Waubonsee Career Program.

VALEES Manufacturing Videos

Explore the various areas of manufacturing and view videos from many local organizations like Aurora Specialty Textiles and dukane precast. Learn more: VALEES Manufacturing Videos.

Opportunities for Young Women

Discover non-traditional careers for women in agriculture and manufacturing! Learn more: Opportunities for Young Women

Illinois Educator Preparation Profiles

Are you interested in going into Education and becoming a teacher? Visit the IEPP site to learn more about teacher education programs in the State of Illinois and find out which ones produce the best program outcomes! Learn more: Illinois Educator Preparation Profiles

Illinois WorkNet

Use the menu in the top left-hand corner of the site to learn about various career opportunities and training, apprenticeships, local job vacancies and more! Learn more: Illinois WorkNet

Kane County Job and Community Resource Board

The Kane County Job and Community Resources Board connects job seekers with employment opportunities and resources to help overcome barriers to employment such as finding a job, writing a resume, job training, transportation, child care and housing. For more information, please visit https://www.risekit.co/kane#home. 

Kane County Youth and Adult Employment Services

The Kane County Workforce Development group can provide one-on-one assistance to help connect you to occupational training programs and employment opportunities. You may register as a job seeker at https://worknetbatavia.com/ to get started. For contact information, please view the Kane County Employment Service flyer or the Worknet Batavia flyer.

Illinois Post-Secondary Profiles

Illinois Post-Secondary Profiles (IPP) allows students to explore information not only about post-secondary institutions in the State but also examine occupational profiles and career information. Learn more: Illinois Post-Secondary Profiles

22-23 ISBE Career Guide

View this interactive career guide created by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) to explore different career areas! Learn more: 22-23 ISBE Career Guide

O*Net Online

Explore information about various occupations and the skills and training necessary to be successful in your chosen career! Learn more: O*Net Online

Valley Education for Employment System (VALEES)

VALEES contains career information for the trades such as iron workers, carpenters, millwrights, and more. You can also find links to all the local Union and apprenticeship programs in our area. Learn more: Valley Education for Employment System (VALEES)

Construction Industry Service Corporation (CISCO)

The Construction Industry Service Corporation (CISCO) is an organization in Northeast Illinois who represents close to 150,000 union construction workers and contractors. They help support and strengthen the union construction industry in the area. You can also view their Apprenticeship Program Guide for Northeastern Illinois. Learn more: Construction Industry Service Corporation (CISCO)

Chicagoland Career Pathways

This is a new resource for students to search for apprenticeship opportunities in the Chicago area! Find programs and requirements, hot jobs and contact information for programs in manufacturing, health care, computer technology and more. Learn more: Chicagoland CareerPathways

BuiltToLast

BuiltToLast is a video series brought to you by the Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Labor and Management Committee. They highlight the various skilled trades occupations in the Chicagoland area and what benefits they have to offer. You can watch it every Sunday on ABC at 11:30 AM. To see previous seasons, visit https://www.youtube.com/user/Built2LastTV/videos. Learn more: BuiltToLast

DuPage Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC)

The DuPage Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) offers a program for careers as a commercial electrician or a data technician. Check out their website for their innovative and competitive apprenticeships! Learn more: DuPage Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee

Waubonsee Community College (WCC)

New for 2021, Waubonsee is offering an industrial maintenance mechanic apprenticeship. Waubonsee’s registered apprenticeship is a structured work-based learning program that allows students to earn while they learn. Industrial Maintenance Mechanics are in demand with open positions readily available. See the Flyer for more information! Learn more: WCC

Quad County Urban League

The Quad County Urban League (QCUL) has several programs designed to help students gain the necessary skills to enter the utility and infrastructure workforce such as the Nicor Career Academy and the Construct Infrastructure Academy. Learn more: Quad County Urban League

Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters

The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters is one of the largest unions in the Chicagoland area offering apprenticeships in various carpentry areas such as general carpentry, millwrights, siding and more! Learn more: Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters

ICATT Apprenticeship Program

The Industry Consortium for Advanced Technical Training (ICATT) is the leading apprenticeship program for high-tech manufacturers and companies with complex technologies or logistics. Come and check out what opportunities in advanced manufacturing they have to offer! Learn more: ICATT Apprenticeship Program

Illinois Department of Education Security (IDES)

The Illinois Department of Education Security (IDES) partners and supports apprenticeship programs across the State of Illinois. You can find some information regarding programs on their site as well as find a list of unions across the state. Learn more: Illinois Department of Education Security (IDES)

Apprenticeship US

Search this site to find information on apprenticeship programs across Illinois and the United States. Learn more: Apprenticeship.gov

• Are you applying for your first job or are you planning on working after high school and need a resume to start your career?
• You can utilize the Resume feature in Naviance Student to create a custom resume that you can use, edit, print, and save!
• The Resume can be found by clicking About Me in the top right-hand corner and clicking on Resume.

Explore the career opportunities available to you in the Armed Services! Be sure to click on each Branch to find specific links and recruiter information!

Today’s Military
Explore the various career opportunities available in the military.

Careers in the Military
Examine different occupations in the military and utilize their Guided Exploration Tool to find what careers best fit you.

College Grad – Military Careers
Delve into information about personnel and officer occupations and understand the training needed to progress in your future career.

Federal Employment
This site gives a job seeker access to employment opportunities with various federal government agencies.

ASVAB Spring Testing Date
Date: Thurs, Apr 11 2024
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: EAHS Fieldhouse
See Flyer for more information

Deadline to Register: Tues, Apr 4, 2024
Registration Link: Registration Form

ASVAB Career Exploration Program
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Test is an examination used to help students predict future academic success and explore possible career options in the military. You can visit ASVAB Career Exploration for information on the structure, content and length of the test.

ASVAB Post-Test Activities
After completing the ASVAB, students and parents can utilize this resource on understanding your ASVAB results, exploring careers and much more. Please visit Post-Test Activities for more information.

ASVAB Placement Exam Information
This site, coordinated by the United States Army, provides students with an overview about the ASVAB, examples of possible career options, and frequently asked questions. Please visit Placement Exam (ASVAB) for more information.

ASVAB Study Guide
This is one of several sites students may use to find practice tests and questions to prepare to take the ASVAB test. Please visit Free ASVAB Study Guide for more information.

Union Test Prep
Union Test Prep provides students with practice questions in order to prepare to take the ASVAB test. Please visit Union Test Prep – ASVAB for more information.

SSG Andrew C. McCannon: (847) 903-6498
Email: andrew.c.mccannon.mil@mail.mil

SSG Zachary Wedman: (331) 234-0359
SSG Agustin Roblez-Vega (Spanish speaking): (630) 673-0866

United States Army ROTC
The United States Army ROTC is an undergraduate program that prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Army.
Location: College/University campuses across the United States.

Careers and Job in the Army
Research specific careers and opportunities within the Army.

United States Army Recruiting
Guide to enlisted careers in the U.S. Army

United States Military Academy at West Point
The United States Military Academy at West Point (USMA) is the undergraduate college of our country’s army service. The Military Academy at West Point prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Army.
Location: West Point, NY.

Gunnery Sergeant SotoGurrola, Florentino
Recruiting Sub-Station Sub Station St Charles
Email: FLORENTINO.SOTOGURROLA@MARINES.USMC.MIL
Work: 630-546-7237
Personal: 708-906-0331

Roles in the Marines
Explore your future career aspirations in the Marines.

United States Marine Corps Recruiting
Guide to enlisted careers in the U.S. Marine Corps

United States Merchant Marine Academy
The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is the undergraduate college of our country’s maritime service, the Merchant Marine Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the Merchant Marine.
Location: Kings Point, NY.

SFC Christopher Hess
Cell: (815) 822-4601
Phone: (309) 567-7041
Email: Christopher.m.hess.mil@mail.mil
Address: 803 Ziegler Ave. Aurora, IL

United States Army National Guard
The Army National Guard is the primary reserve military force partly maintained by each state (Illinois) but also available for federal use.

United States Air National Guard
The Air National Guard is the primary reserve military force partly maintained by each state (Illinois) but also available for federal use.

Army National Guard Career Options
Find out how you can become an integral member of the Army National Guard.

ABF3 (AW) Ariadne Diaz
Phone: (630) 906-6286
Email: ariadne.diazortiz@navy.mil
Address: TAOC Chicago – NRS Aurora
908B N. Lake Street
Aurora, IL 60506

United States Naval Academy
The United States Naval Academy (USNA) is the undergraduate college of our country’s naval service. The Naval Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
Location: Annapolis, MD.

Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps
The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) is an undergraduate program that prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
Location: College/University campuses across the United States.

United States Navy Recruiting
Guide to enlisted careers in the U.S. Navy

YNC Leon L. Judge
USCG TRACEN Yorktown
Education Resource Center
Office: 757-856-2396
Email: Leon.L.Judge@uscg.mil

United States Coast Guard Academy
The United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) is the undergraduate college of our country’s maritime law service. The Coast Guard Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Coast Guard.
Location: New London, CT.

United States Coast Guard Recruiting
Guide to enlisted careers in the U.S. Coast Guard

TSgt Marcus Brown
347th Recruiting Squadron
908 North Lake Street
Aurora, IL 60506
Office: 630-852-4999
Cell: 847-450-8697
Email: marcus.brown.3@us.af.mil

United States Air Force Academy
The United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) is the undergraduate college of our country’s air service, the Air Force Academy prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.
Location: Colorado Springs, CO.

United States Air Force ROTC
The United States Air Force ROTC (AFROTC) is an undergraduate program that prepares young men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.
Location: College/University campuses across the United States.

United States Air Force Recruiting
Guide to enlisted careers in the U.S. Air Force and U.S Space Force