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opportunities that require no further academic study or training beyond high school as well as those that do. Readers in high school can start prepping for careers immediately through volunteer work, internships, academic classes, technical programs, or career academies. (Currently, for instance, one in four students concentrates on a vocational or technical program.) For each profile, the best ways for high school students to prepare are featured in a “Start Preparing Now” section. For readers who are called to serve in the armed forces, this decision also provides an op- portunity to step into a range of careers. Every branch of the armed forces, from the army to the coast guard, offers training in areas including administrative, construction, electronics, health care, and protective services. One volume of Careers in Demand for High School Graduates is devoted to careers that can be reached with military training. These range from personnel specialist to aircraft mechanic. Beyond military options, other entry-level careers provide job seekers with an opportu- nity to test-drive a career without a huge commitment. Compare the ease of switching from being a bank teller to a sales representative, for instance, with that of investing three years and tens of thousands of dollars into a law school education, only to discover a dislike for the profession. This series offers not only a look at related careers but also ways to advance in the field. Another section, “Finding a Job,” provides job-hunting tips specific to each career. This includes, for instance, advice for teacher assistants to develop a portfolio of their work. As it turns out, employers of entry-level workers aren’t looking for degrees and academic achievements. They want employability skills: a sense of responsibility, a willingness to learn, discipline, flexibility, and above all, enthusiasm. Luckily, with 100 jobs profiled in Careers in Demand for High School Graduates , finding the perfect one to get enthusiastic about is easier than ever. In this volume, you will be introduced to an exciting array of careers in the hospitality industry. Many of the jobs featured in this volume offer flexible hours and part-time work, but what really sets this volume—and indeed this industry—apart from the rest are the unique and diverse places where you can find work. Anywhere people go for leisure, there are jobs to be had at hotels, restaurants, and bars—not to mention at baseball stadiums. There’s Room for You in Hospitality All hospitality jobs share a common purpose: to service people in the best way. Every job is designed to make people’s lives a bit brighter, whether it’s by preparing an exquisite meal, making sure someone’s flight is enjoyable, or putting together a beautiful bouquet of flowers.

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