San Marcos High School

Majors Program Requirements

 

In order to complete the Majors Program, you must do the following activities and provide proof of each.  Your final Majors portfolio with proof of the nine requirements must be turned in to the Career Center as soon as they are completed.

 

Requirements

                                                                                                   Proof of Completion

á     Career Guidance                                                                 Completed career            

         Discover your strengths, needs and requirements for your ideal career          assessment                     _______

            in your RISE or English class, or individually with the career counselor.      

 

á      Declaration of Major Form                                                Signed form to               

         Complete and sign the form.  Discuss the program with your parents            Career Center                  _______

            and obtain their signature.

                                   

á      Informational Interview (1/2 hour - 1 hour)                                         Typed questions

         Interview a professional in an occupation that interests you.                           and answers                    _______

 

á      Job Shadow (2 - 4 hours)                                                                             Job Shadow

         Observe a professional on the job and tour his/her work place.                      evaluation form               _______

 

á      Class related to your major (1 term or semester)                               A copy of your transcript

Gain more knowledge about your career field by                                            or report card                  _______

completing a class or course related to your major.

 

á      Internship (20 - 60 hours)                                                                             Internship evaluation

ÒTry onÓ a career and acquire new skills through an unpaid job.                    form and letter of

Related community service or volunteer work can also                                   recommendation              _______

fulfill this requirement.

 

á      Resume                                                                                 A copy of your resume     _______

         Highlight your skills and experience for future employers and schools         

            on a one-page computer-typed resume.

 

á     Create a Professional Portfolio                                           Completed portfolio         _______

            Compile a collection of achievements and work samples in a folder

            to present to colleges and employers.

 

á     Mock Job Interview

            Do a practice interview with a professional and present your                         Date scheduled                _______

            portfolio for evaluation.                                                                                   Interview completed         _______