DID YOU KNOW?
Successful career decision-making requires a good match between the internal (I want to be a….) and the external (There is a job available as a….). While it is important to hold onto your dreams and aspirations, it is also important to take into account the reality of the world of work.

• Do you know what’s out there?
• Do you know which jobs will exist when you’re ready to go to work?
• Do you know whether it will be worth it to put effort into a particular occupation or area of study?
• Do you know what education or experience is required for your area of interest?

Labor market information will help you make an informed career decision. The publications listed below can help you find and use Delaware’s labor market information. Doing so will save you both time and money!

Answer questions like: “Will the occupation you choose provide the lifestyle you want?”, or “Will you find happiness and satisfaction in your work?”, and even “Will you know how to manage your career in a world of continuous change?”

Invest in yourself now by building self-awareness, thoroughly researching occupations, and by taking advantage of quality education and training. Make it your goal to be an informed career decision-maker. It will be worth it in the long run!

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Be sure to visit our Delaware Career Resource Network website for a wealth of information for students of all ages!

Labor market information can provide you with information such as which occupations are growing, what wages you can expect to earn for the jobs that interest you, what education or training is needed to be fully qualified for jobs that interest you, and more! Take a look at Delaware’s labor market by visiting the Office of Occupational & Labor Market Information website.

Have a disability and need help?

• Understanding My Disability
  
• Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) – these programs and services are open to students with disabilities age 14 to 21.
• Pre-Employment Transition Services Brochure
• Pre-Employment Transition Programs – innovative employment focused programs to students with a disability, who are enrolled in school, ages 14 to 22.
  
• Transition Services – as you prepare to transition from your high school to employment, college, or vocational training, you may benefit from working with a Transition Counselor for guidance and support.
• Transition Works Brochure

Applying for your first job?

Looking for summer work?

State Summer Youth Employment
The Delaware State Summer Youth Program provides summer employment experiences for youth ages 14 – 21. All projects employing youth are designed for a ten-week period between June and August. All employment experiences provide youth a meaningful work experience while gaining exposure to the working world and its requirements.

Need help with a resume? Or help finding a job?

Delaware JobLink – providing job seekers, employers, and training providers with easy-to-use tools that support a wide range of activities.

Looking for employment and training services?
Division of Employment & Training Services Request Form

Interested in a Registered Apprenticeship program? Registered Apprenticeship is a proven approach for preparing workers for jobs while meeting the needs of businesses for a highly skilled workforce.