Students explore future possibilities by searching for their dream job.

Year level

9-12

Duration

5 minutes

Type

In class activity

SEL Competencies

Self-awareness

Responsible decision-making

Learning intention

Students search for their ideal job to consider what they could end up doing in the future.

Key outcomes

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

  • identify jobs that interest them

  • consider the steps a person takes in their career.

Materials needed

  • Individual internet access.

Mapped to

  • This resource is not mapped to a curriculum.

Activity 1

Instructions

5 minutes

  1. Using Seek, Jora or Ethical Jobs, students search for their ideal position. Skills, qualifications and location are no limit. Encourage students to think big.

  2. Ask students:

    • What appeals to you about this job?

    • Why would you like to do something like this?

    • What steps might the successful applicant have taken in their career?

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