The U.S. Energy Department sponsors a mentorship program for students interested in pursuing STEM careers. “Mentoring Cafés” give kids the opportunity to talk with professionals in these fields, who spark their curiosity about working with cutting-edge research and exciting new technology.
Do you really need to think about college or your career path while you’re in middle school? This article explains that getting kids engaged with the world of work early is crucial to their long-term success.
A 2015 survey conducted by the Pew Research Center found that fewer and fewer teenagers have been working summer jobs over the past several decades. What are the reasons for this trend?
Which are most important to becoming successful: talent and intelligence or practice and hard work? This opinion piece suggests that natural ability and intellect win out over strong work ethic. What do you think?
Adults often complain that teenagers in the 21st century are lazy and overly concerned with material possessions. Do these opinions have a basis in reality, or are they unfair generalizations? Read to learn about the findings of a study published in 2013 that sought to answer this question.
Working hard certainly matters to achieving success, but so does (strategically) doing nothing.
It’s a good idea to start thinking about internships while at high school. What are the benefits and how might they benefit a college course?
Second Life Bikes based in NJ is a community organization where youths from 12 to 18 go to learn new skills in fixing and maintaining bicycles. When they invest 15 hours of their time they can choose a second hand bike! Scroll down to the Learn More section to watch a video and find out about the concept of Second Life Bikes.
A survey that analyzed 250,000 young Canadians from age 15 into adulthood shows that there are a lot of long term benefits for teenagers who work during the school year.
From a student who made bio-fuel and used it to drive a teacher’s car to another who developed a wind-powered cell phone charger, get 11 valuable lessons direct from teenage entrepreneurs who participated in Schoolyard Ventures. This Philadelphia-based organization helps high school students become entrepreneurs.
Is the value of work simply the paycheck at the end of the week, or does it offer more than that? Discuss with your peers.
Beginning with its first inductee, Thomas Edison, the National Inventors Hall of Fame has each year honored the hard work and ingenuity of often-unsung innovators. Explore the database to learn more about Elijah McCoy and his fellow inventors.
In 1964, science fiction writer Isaac Asimov made predictions of many technological advancements. Many are here today. Will your work in the future bring more of his visions into our lives?
Are you starting to think about your future after high school? Read about where you can get ideas and information about jobs that will be in demand and pay well.
Teen Emma Rider is on a quest to bring clean water to developing countries. To reach this goal, she has been collecting shoes, new and used, for her project, Quenching Souls. Read about the work she put into her project to help people around the world.
There is a lot of competition for summer and after-school jobs. So why not try being your own boss? Read about how to start your own successful business.
Would you keep working if you won the lottery? Many Americans say they would. Read this article to find out more.
It’s rare to make a living from playing a sport, but that doesn’t mean an interest in athletics can’t help you get a job. This article features scientists whose work involves helping athletes.
Read or listen to this story about 17-year-old Rochelle Ballantyne, who is about to become the first ever African-American female chess master. Balancing chess with volunteering in after-school programs, helping out at home, and applying to colleges, Ballantyne works hard for everything she’s earned.
Meet some teenagers who are well on their way to running successful businesses—long before they enter college!
