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Job Shadow Guide






What is a job shadow?

A job shadow is a learning experience that takes place at a business or organization in your community. It usually lasts three to six hours. During a job shadow, you follow a worker (called your “host”) on a typical workday, observing them and asking questions about their work. You also complete written assignments that help you understand; think about; and record the things you see, hear, and learn.

Why are job shadows important?

Job shadows give you a chance to:

Identify career interests

Observe workers’ daily routine

Learn about the academic, technical and personal skills required for particular jobs

Understand the connection among school, work and your goals

Practice communication skills by interacting with workers

Realize that different jobs are characterized by different work cultures and environments

Explore your community by traveling to and from the job shadow location

Student Voices

“Job shadows help you see what you need to know to do different jobs. You get to see what a job is really like before you make up your mind about what you want to do.”








Three Parts of a Successful Job Shadow



Prepare

Gather important information









Participate

Ask questions and observe what people do









Reflect and Learn

Think about your experience













Job Shadow Guide



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This material is based upon work supported by the NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research, a major facility sponsored by the U.S. National Science Foundation and managed by the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research. Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. National Science Foundation.







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