This is not a math or logic problem to “solve” — it’s a
self-reflection and career exploration worksheet called a “Scavenger Hunt Worksheet.” The goal is for you (the student) to research and think deeply about a job you’re interested in, then fill in the blanks based on your findings.
Since you didn’t specify which job you’re interested in, I’ll use
“Software Developer” as an example to show you how to complete this worksheet. You can replace it with any job you like — such as teacher, nurse, architect, veterinarian, etc.
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✔ The job I’m interested in: Software Developer
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1. What education level do most people in this career have?
> Most software developers have at least a
bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Some may enter the field with coding bootcamps or self-taught skills, but a degree is common.
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2. What is one activity you didn’t know you would be doing in this job?
> I didn’t know that software developers often spend time
writing documentation for their code or collaborating with non-technical team members (like designers or product managers) to understand user needs.
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3. Name one skill you would need for this job that you’re already good at.
> I’m already good at
problem-solving — I enjoy breaking down complex problems into smaller steps, which is essential when debugging code or designing software features.
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4. Name one or more activities you might do in this job that interest you.
> I’d enjoy
building new applications from scratch, testing them, and seeing users interact with my creations. I also like the idea of working in teams to create something useful or fun.
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5. What is one ability people in this career often have?
> People in this career often have strong
logical thinking and attention to detail — because even small mistakes in code can cause big problems.
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6. What is one of the occupations related to this job?
> A related occupation is
Web Designer — they focus on the visual layout and user experience of websites, while software developers build the underlying functionality. Another is
Data Scientist, who uses programming to analyze data.
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How to Use This Worksheet Yourself:
1. Pick a job you’re curious about (e.g., “Graphic Designer,” “Mechanical Engineer,” “Chef”).
2. Research it using reliable sources (like O*NET Online, Bureau of Labor Statistics, or company websites).
3. Answer each question honestly — even if you don’t know everything yet!
4. Think about your own strengths and interests — how do they match up?
This worksheet helps you connect your personal skills and interests to real-world careers — a great first step toward choosing your future path!
Let me know if you want to fill this out for a different job — I’m happy to help! 🚀
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of career scavenger hunt worksheet.
