Sample Outline

Formatting Option #2 - "Essay"

The Introduction:

• We’ve been involved in many activities this semester having to do with self and career exploration.  (Too obvious???  Revise and expand.)
• The purpose has been for us to get to know ourselves better and to find out which occupations or careers might fit best with our personalities, our values, and our interests.
• My overall evaluation of the project is that it has been somewhat helpful.  (Revise and expand.)

Choice #1: College Professor

The MBTI Data -- what it says and how it supports me being a college professor

The Values Card Sort -- what it says and how it supports me being a college professor

The Strong Interest Inventory -- what it says and how it supports me being a college professor

MCIS Research

• Give relevant information about preparing to be a college professor
• Possible Major: English

Choice #2: Physician

The MBTI Data -- what it says and how it supports (and does NOT support) me being a medical doctor

The Values Card Sort -- what it says and how it supports (and does NOT support) me being a medical doctor

The Strong Interest Inventory -- what it says and how it supports me being a medical doctor

MCIS Research

• Give relevant information about preparing to be a medical doctor
• Possible Majors: Chemistry, Biology, English

Choice #3: Chemist

The MBTI Data -- what it says and how it supports (and does NOT support) me being a chemist

The Values Card Sort -- what it says and how it supports (and does NOT support) me being a chemist

The Strong Interest Inventory -- what it says and how it supports (and does NOT support) me being a chemist

MCIS Research

• Give relevant information about preparing to be a chemist
• Possible Majors: Chemistry, Biochemistry

The Action Plan:

Summer 2007 -- give details about classes I am planning to take -- start looking for internships or opportunities to explore one or more of these careers

Fall 2007 -- give details about classes I am planning to take -- start narrowing down to and deciding on one major and career path

Spring 2008 -- give details about classes I am planning to take -- get a job or internship in the area I am planning to go into

Conclusion:

I NEED IDEAS HERE!