Explore personal interests
Before exploring careers, answer questions about:
- your values
- your motivations
- your identities
- personality type
- your brand
Knowing who you are sets purpose and intentions for career-related interactions (informational interviews, writing resumes, attending career fairs, social media, interviews, etc.).
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
The MBTI Career Report is designed to identify your personality type and use that information to explore careers. It is based on the belief that individuals are most satisfied and successful in jobs that allow them to use their natural preferences. Personality type is a way of determining those preferences and which occupations may provide the greatest opportunity for expression. Expect to spend 35 to 40 minutes answering questions online. To take the MBTI, schedule an appointment with a CEHD Career Coach and request a login link.
Strong Interest Inventory (SII)
The SII assessment is used to help you understand your work interests and to show you kinds of work in which you might be comfortable. The SII is not a test of your abilities; it is an inventory of things you might like to do. Expect to spend 35 to 40 minutes answering questions online. To take the SII, schedule an appointment with a CEHD Career Coach and request a login link.
Values Card Sort
Values are priorities for your life and career. Values are what is important to you. Knowing your values helps you know what majors or careers fit you. This online activity from Think2Perfom has you explore your top values. Expect to spend 10-15 minutes on this activity.
Work Values Matcher
Work values are our beliefs about what’s most important in our work. This quick online card sort asks you to rank statements to define your ideal job. Your choices indicate your top values. To do the Work Values Matcher, go to CareerOneStop. Expect to spend 10-15 minutes answering questions.
Skills Matcher
A skill is an ability to do something well. This online assessment lets you rate yourself on work skills and shows career possibilities that match your skills. To do the Skills Matcher, go to CareerOneStop. Expect to spend 10-15 minutes answering questions.
Skills Card Sort
Understanding your skills can help you in writing a resume and cover letter, interviewing and networking. This activity will help identify which of your skills you enjoy using or want to improve. To do this online card sort, read the instructions and download the slides. Expect to spend 10-15 minutes on this activity.