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"Who do you call when you need to land a car-sized rover on Mars or shrink a computer part to fit in the palm of your hand? An engineer! Engineers find creative solutions to problems using their math, science and technology skills. Learn the steps of the engineering design process, and then see it come to life in these nine stories of real-world engineering ingenuity. Follow along as these problem-solvers build a faster bicycle, fix a particularly...
3) Psychologist
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Job requirements -- Integrity and trustworthiness -- Respect and compassion -- Justice and fairness -- Responsibility -- Courage -- Self-discipline and diligence -- Citizenship -- Career opportunities.
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"Bursting with practical tips and tricks, such as creating actual story-finding maps of your neighborhood, this book will help you build confidence and establish good writing habits as you learn to use a journal to snoop out plots full of action and emotion about yourself, your family, your friends, your neighbors, and your pets. As Jack shows you hot to shape your rough ideas, organize plots, and polish drafts to shiny perfection, he also shares...
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"Find out what it takes to be a homeland security officer... Across North America, homeland security officers protect us all, in a variety of ways, through various agencies... Employers in this field look for candidates with education, experience...and character. These officers have the opportunity to serve their communities with courage, fairness, diligence, and integrity. The job is challenging--but with the core qualities of a good character, homeland...
7) Clergy
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Examines the job requirements, challengs, and rewards of a career in the clergy as well as the character traits needed.
8) Politician
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Discusses career opportunities in the field of politics and government, the educational requirements, and the qualities needed to pursue a career in this field.
11) Journalist
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Discusses a career in the field of journalism, the educational requirements, and the qualities needed to pursue a career in this field.
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Young adult science and math types learn about jobs that don't need a college education. Each career overview includes tips on career preparation and future prospects. Sidebars offer profiles on specialized jobs or professionals, and each chapter contains annotated career information.