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"From writing a cover letter to preparing for interviews, getting a first job can be a challenge. Learn practical steps and strategies for landing that first job and building a lifelong career."--Provided by publisher. Finding a job can be overwhelming, even for a seasoned professional. For first-time job applicants, it can be even harder not knowing the ins and outs of job searching and applications. From determining what jobs are available to balancing...

Asks young readers to identify the occupation of each community helper from the type of tasks they perform and explains how these helpers work together to keep communities clean and safe and people healthy.

Provides statistics and facts about dangerous jobs, from deep sea diver and bounty hunter to stunt performer and race car driver.

"Describes in detail several of history's most dangerous jobs"--Provided by publisher.

There's so much more to art than paintings that hang in a museum. From makeup artists to animators, art professionals are all around us, shaping the look of TV shows, theater shows, video games, and so much more. This set introduces young readers to the many jobs those interested in art could pursue. Each profession also includes a spotlight sidebar on someone succeeding in that field. A perfect supplement for STEAM curricula, this volume opens budding...

From dams to computers, so much in the world around us requires special kinds of engineering. This essential volume breaks down the many jobs that have to do with engineering-including metallurgists, mechanical engineers, systems engineers, and more-and explains the tasks these engineers accomplish, and also how they train for the position. Within each job's explanation is a sidebar highlighting the work of a successful engineer in that sector. An...

Whether you want to study the past, the present, or the future, science jobs are where you can do it! But not all scientists are simply studying. They are using their theories and ideas to explain-and change-the world. This book includes sections on oceanographers, brain surgeons, food scientists and many more, expanding the world of science careers for young readers. Full of information about how one becomes each and the tasks that are part of each...

Invites readers to guess different professions based on the uniform and equipment required for each.

Describes why people work and what types of jobs are available.

Not many people know that the first pilots took to the skies in hot air balloons. Today, professional pilots use fast jets and helicopters to get from place to place in style. Through the use of accessible text and colorful photographs, early readers will learn all about the people who soar high above their towns and cities every day, and will have fun exploring the cockpit of the world's fastest vehicles. A picture glossary helps reinforce essential...