5 Year Plan

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Analysis of Career & Aptitude Assessment Results

Who Am I?
Use your Aptitudes Tab to understand your aptitudes and interests and how they affect school, work and social activities

Copy your Work Approach Copy your Interpersonal Style Copy your Time Frame Copy your Vocabulary
description: description: Orientation description: description:

Specialists see work as
an extension of
themselves. They are
most comfortable and
Personal
and thinking out loud,
Approach effective when they can
make a contribution
from an expert or
unique point of view
and tend to work best
individually or
independently. People
who spend their lives
Extroverts are sociable
and expressive,
outwardly focused,
communicate by talking
learn by discussing, and
enjoy group work as a
way to get energized.
They tend to be outgoing, that might not be
gregarious, enthusiastic,
and social. They naturally
initiate and sustain
Future Focused people
are able to plan and
work toward goals that
may take years to
come to fruition. They
are able to keep an eye
on a long-range target.
They will make efforts
rewarded in the near
future to reach goals in
the distant future.
Those with Proficient
vocabulary probably
fish for words
occasionally, but can
usually figure out
meaning from the
context or
conversation. They
tend to enjoy
communicating with
people with a variety
of backgrounds,
dedicated to a cause or interactions that can lead They're good to have interests, and
research are often to a broad range of around when others knowledge.
Specialists. friends and interests. get off track or lose
Extroverts tend to motivation toward a
respond quickly when long-term goal.
you speak to them
because they process
their thoughts out loud
instead of internally. They
seem generally
interested in you while
getting to know you by
asking a range of surface
level and personal
questions. In fact, they
seem to walk away with
your life story shortly
after you've met them.

In 2-3 sentences, describe a time (in class, with friends, or at work/volunteer) where the above description was true. Ex: A
 time in class this was true is when there was a debate in English and I was the first person to speak and was consistently
When I wrote my research
paper in Gov and Econ I
made sure that I did my
research on my topic. I
wanted to find sources
that were detailed and
would allow me to submit
a good paper. I didn’t want
to do the bare minimum
but instead I wanted to
really accomplish
something I would be
proud of.
Spatial Visualization:
3D Visualizers can use
Core 2D representations of
Drivers the world, like maps or
blueprints, to create 3D enjoy number games as
models in their minds
and are sometimes
called structural
speaking. I was really focused on what was in front of me.
When I had away games in
volleyball, I had the chance to
meet new people and become
close to them even if I just met
them that day. Due to my ability to
create a conversation quickly I
made new friends very easily.
Numerical Reasoning:
Numerical Detectives are
fascinated by trends in
numbers and generally
well as puzzles. Their
unique ability allows
them to translate
Applying for my summer
program at UC Berkeley might
have been a difficult thing for
most freshmans. However, I
knew that this opportunity
would open doors for me in my
future and prepare me more
than anything else could at such
a young age.
Inductive Reasoning:
Diagnostic Problem
Solvers often seem to
leap to conclusions
without having all the
information or
following a logical step-
by-step method of
Having an extensive
vocabulary is something I have
recently started working
towards. I understand that
growing up it is important to
know how to use these words
in both my writing and daily
life. I use good vocabulary in
English class especially when
writing quick blurbs.
Idea Generation:
Brainstormers always
have ideas, regardless
of how much they've
thought about a topic
or how much they
care about it. They can
come up with
 thinkers. They are information into problem-solving. They countless ways to
usually adept at numbers in order to tend to notice flaws approach a project,
adjusting these models process information instantly. Although they create themes for a
as more information quickly. Numerical may seem quick with party, or invent plot
becomes available. Reasoning helps them an opinion, they're twists for a story. But
They have a distinct remember all sorts of surprisingly accurate in it's really hard to keep
advantage over others facts from different their conclusions and them focused. They
when projects require sources to help them in observations. It's go off on tangents
reorganization or day-to-day tasks. almost as though they and even tangents of
physical placement. intuit the answer or those tangents. They
Their ability to visualize "think without like to sell their ideas
spatially allows them to thinking." It seems like and see them in
understand blueprints, they're in constant action. They're good
drawings, and maps problem-solving mode. to have around when
easily and without the entertainment,
having to rotate them note cards, or games
physically. They can don't show up
visualize how objects because they'll make
would most effectively up something on the
be organized in a given spot.
space. Often they
process information by
drawing diagrams to
 understand new
concepts quickly;
pictures, tables, and
figures clarify
information for them
better than written text
does. They like to work
with and think about
real things such as
tools, products, or
buildings.

In 2-3 sentences, describe a time (in class, with friends, or at work/volunteer) where the above description was true. Ex: A
time in class this was true is when there was a debate in English and I was the first person to speak and was consistently
speaking. I was really focused on what was in front of me.

When I was packing the car for a
camping trip I knew how
everything could fit. I made sure
that the shapes would fit close
to each other to ensure that it
would also be a snug fit.
I used to love an activity in class
where we would have to find the
pattern/relationship between
numbers. For example: 2,4,6 or
2,3,5,9,17,33
When a friend is telling me a
story I tend to try to finish their
sentences with a variety of
random answers. I am very
quick to create an answer that is
both logical and funny.
I have noticed that although I
am helping someone I can try
to relate it to something which
will eventually result in us
being off task.
 Career Selected (From “Overall” Fit)
Type in below

Energy Engineer

Why This Fits You

Why is this a good career for your personality, talents, and interests?
SECTION: A Day in the Life, Core Tasks, How This Career Fits You, How Your Interests Match This Career

Read the “A Day in the Life” section for this career.

What descriptors excite you and challenge/scare you about this career? Why?

The portion of energy engineering that excites me the most is being able to increase energy efficiency and also developing
renewable sources of energy.
The portion that is a little intimidating is the responsibility of finding better insulation, lighting, and heating & cooling properties.

Browse “Core Tasks” for this career.

What tasks seem really interesting and really boring to you?

Being able to manage the design of energy conservation projects seems really meaningful and exciting for me. Monitoring the
energy consumption however doesn’t seem as fun.

Browse “How This Career Fits You” for this career.

List 2-3 aptitudes that would make this career a great match for you, and those that might make this a challenging career for you.

Idea Generation and Timeframe Organization are a great match for me. Work Approach and Sequential Reasoning will be a bit
challenging for me.
 Browse “How Your Interests Match This Career” for this career.
List 1-2 interests of yours that would make this career a great match, and 1-2 that might make this a challenging career for you.

My investigative interest is high and matches this careers expectation. However my artistic interest is very low and will be a
challenge in this career.

Educational Investment
What educational preparation will you need to engage in to obtain this career?
SECTION: How You Get There (Commonly Held Degrees/Certifications/Licenses, Best Majors/Careers)

What is the most commonly held Read the “Educational Summary”. What are some skills/experiences you have to prepare
degree for this career? yourself for this career?

Bachelor’s Degree I must be prepared to obtain a bachelor’s degree. Taking at least four years of a program should be
expected as well.

List the titles of majors that would best prepare you for this career.

General Engineering Geotechnical and Engineering Mechanics Manufacturing Engineering

Geoenvironmental Engineering

Click “Explore”. Read the major description, and reflect on why this major might be interesting. What might not be so interesting?

I like how it says that I would be Designing earth supported Being able to understand the Materials science and engineering
involved in public works and social structures sounds very behavior of structures interests sounds challenging and I would
organization. interesting to me! me. like to participate in that.

Job Openings/Outlook
What is the growth rate and average salary outlook for this career?
SECTION: Expected Job Openings and Salaries
 State you’d like to live in Growth Rate for this state Starting Salary for this
career in selected state

California 14.1% $61,000

What is the average salary for a single Looking at the growth rate, will it be challenging to get a job in this How satisfying is this salary?
person living in the state and county of career? How can I make myself more competitive (Example: Building What do I need to do to feel fully
your choice? resume through experience.) satisfied with the income I will
earn?
(To better understand salary, please see
this site for cost of living descriptions for
each state.)

$110,000 Participating in cooperative engineering programs in college that I am satisfied with this salary. I
can give me college credit will make me more competitive. Also need to make sure that I put a lot
having practical experience in engineering jobs will help. into savings for my children and
help out my family as well.

Interested Industries
Using the list of industries you could work in with this career, list 2 where you would be interested working in that atmosphere.
SECTION: Jobs in this Career

Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services Computer Systems Design and Related Services

What makes these industries a good match for you?

In 1 sentence, describe why you chose this industry. What do you assume might be fun or interesting about this industry?

I enjoy working with other engineers so I believe that this could help me I have some experience with computer design. I like the idea of
get in contact with many other people and expand my network. creating new products that will help improve the state of living for
people around the world.
5 Year Planner to Get There

My 5 Year Vision
In 5 years, I will...

be living in this year: be this old: living (with whom/where):

2023 23 In an apartment with either friends or

family.

have completed this educational goal: be working here: with this job title:

Graduated with a B.S. from CAL POLY DNV GL Senior Energy Engineer
San Luis Obispo

I will still be/begin working on these goals:

Education Career/Work Personal

Culinary School Expanding my network and bettering my Controlling

resume

To get there, here is my year-by-year plan:

Year 1
In 4 years, I will...

be living in this year: be this old: living (with whom/where):

 2022 22 Apartment

Education

Where will you be attending school How many units/semesters will you What will you be majoring in?
and/or training? have completed towards your
major/goal? (1 school year = 2
semesters)

Internship/Job given through Cal Poly 180 units Environmental engineering

Career/Work

Where will you What types of experience or Who will you meet or How will this person be supportive?
be working, skills will you be gaining from this build a relationship with Think: who will they connect you to; What can
interning, work? through this experience they say about you in a reference; What might
volunteering? who can be a support they be able to offer you?
for you in your career
journey?

Cal Poly Workforce experience First boss + coworkers They can say that I am a team player and
Internship supportive.

Year 2
In 3 years, I will...

be living in this year: be this old: living (with whom/where):

2021 21 Apartments
 Education

Where will you be attending school How many units/semesters will you What will you be majoring in?
and/or training? have completed towards your
major/goal? (1 school year = 2
semesters)

Cal Poly SLO 135 Environmental Engineering

Career/Work

Where will you What types of experience or Who will you meet or How will this person be supportive?
be working, skills will you be gaining from this build a relationship with Think: who will they connect you to; What can
interning, work? through this experience they say about you in a reference; What might
volunteering? who can be a support they be able to offer you?
for you in your career
journey?

Engineering Club Teamwork and community Friends that can help They can help me meet new workers and also I
building me in my future will be in touch with them for job reference.
endeavors

Year 3
In 2 years, I will...

be living in this year: be this old: living (with whom/where):

2020 20 Dorms
 Education

Where will you be attending school How many units/semesters will you What will you be majoring in?
and/or training? have completed towards your
major/goal? (1 school year = 2
semesters)

Cal Poly SLO 90 Environmental Engineering

Career/Work

Where will you What types of experience or Who will you meet or How will this person be supportive?
be working, skills will you be gaining from this build a relationship with Think: who will they connect you to; What can
interning, work? through this experience they say about you in a reference; What might
volunteering? who can be a support they be able to offer you?
for you in your career
journey?

Engineering Club Teamwork and community Friends that can help They can help me meet new workers and also I
building me in my future will be in touch with them for job reference.
endeavors

Year 4
In 1 year, I will...

be living in this year: be this old: living (with whom/where):

2019 19 Dorms

Education
 Where will you be attending school How many units/semesters will you What will you be majoring in?
and/or training? have completed towards your
major/goal? (1 school year = 2
semesters)

Cal Poly SLO 45units Environmental Engineer

Career/Work

Where will you be What types of experience or Who will you meet or How will this person be supportive?
working, interning, skills will you be gaining from build a relationship with Think: who will they connect you to; What can
volunteering? this work? through this experience they say about you in a reference; What might
who can be a support they be able to offer you?
for you in your career
journey?

Engineering Club Knowledge on how to work I can expand my They can connect me to job opportunities and
with other engineers network with the leader speak on my work ethic.
of this club and this can
open up opportunities.

This Year, I need to do the following to make this all happen:

Affording the Education

Complete this spreadsheet to show how you will afford your educational expenses.

Applying for the Education

To Do Item My Details My Notes/Next Steps

 Committed to Attending Deposit amount submitted: $0 Date submitted: 4/19/18

Registered for Orientation Orientation Cost $190 Date of orientation: 7/14 - 7/15
Submitted:

Accepted Financial Aid Amount Accepted in $5742 Amount Accepted 5/1/18

Package Grants: in Loans: $5,500

Changed WebGrants to College Attending Date completed:

College Attending

Completed placement Placement Test(s) Needed: 1. N/A Dates of Test(s): n/a

testing

Registered for Housing Deposit amount submitted: $500 Date application 4/24/18 Also paid dining deposit ($1000).
submitted:

Confirmed Health My health insurance yes Date submitted: 5/1/18

Insurance with College provider: Kaiser