So what if you find out the job wasn't really what you thought it would be or it doesn't fit you? That's good information to have now rather than later, don't you think?
Job shadowing is a great way to learn about careers you are interested in. At its most basic, you follow a person, who is working in the job you are interested in, through a day, or 1/2 day. You get a chance to see what the job really entails and have an opportunity to ask questions. This gives you first hand information about working in this field. If you do more than one, you can compare how the different environments influence the work.
So what if you find out the job wasn't really what you thought it would be or it doesn't fit you? That's good information to have now rather than later, don't you think? School may be out for the summer, but opportunities for learning and preparing for your future never take a break. If fact, this could be the optimal time to job shadow, volunteer, try a new hobby, or catch up on your reading. Any and all of these can help you prepare for your future now.
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