USAJOBS Career Explorer
USAJOBS Career Explorer
This tool will help you understand what jobs within the federal government might fit your interests. Read each question and determine how much you think you would like or dislike doing each activity.
Don't think about whether you have the skills to do the activity or how much money you would make. Our goal is to allow you to explore careers in the federal government you might like or find rewarding.
Question 1 1. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Operate machines to cut, shape and fit metal, glass or concrete parts. Use tools to create finished products or structures.
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Fix electronics, machines and work equipment using hand and power tools. Replace parts, make repairs and perform tests to check the results.
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Study plant and animal growth in settings such as farms, forests, zoos or shelters. Tend to crops or animals and learn what affects their growth or survival.
Question 4 4. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Provide health care and treatment to patients with various conditions and needs. Perform medical procedures and track patient progress.
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Transport cargo and passengers by land, sea or air using trucks, trains, planes or boats. Load materials and follow routes and directions.
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Create, configure and test computer software and hardware. Write programs, conduct analyses and meet design standards.
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Provide recreation and social services in parks, health centers or community centers. Teach classes, organize group activities and help people with their needs.
Question 8 8. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Create products from fabrics and raw materials that meet quality and safety standards. Write and apply product requirements.
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Investigate and solve legal claims or disputes related to civil or criminal law. Interview witnesses, review evidence and appear in court.
Question 10 10. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Design and construct buildings and spaces to meet safety and efficiency goals. Make sure that interior and exterior materials are of high quality.
Question 11 11. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Shape metals and other physical objects using heat, pressure or chemicals. Use specialized machines to work with metal or print text or images.
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Manage the purchase and sale of commercial products and services to customers. Take orders, determine prices and meet customers' needs.
Question 13 13. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Create and edit visual and audio content for video, print and online media platforms. Use cameras, software or other tools to create graphics, stories and layouts.
Question 14 14. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Track and report business operations such as workloads, budgets, schedules or services. Collect information, monitor work quality and track the use of resources.
Question 15 15. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Evaluate product designs and technical services to check their usefulness and compliance with rules. Review data and reports to provide feedback.
Question 16 16. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Monitor the quality and safety of food and agriculture products and supplies. Make sure food products are made and processed properly.
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Maintain the condition of work areas, property and public spaces. Keep buildings and spaces in good working order and free from damage.
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Control the flow and pressure of gas, water, air or oil in energy or utility systems. Measure levels and change settings on valves, pumps or storage tanks.
Question 19 19. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Teach and train others science, math or workplace topics. Engage students, provide feedback and track progress.
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Direct an organization's functions and coordinate the activities of the workforce. Determine work plans, manage resources and control budgets.
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Handle the shipment and storage of supplies for customers, stores or warehouses. Arrange, move, pack and label items.
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Prevent fires, accidents or injuries at work sites by assessing safety hazards. Create safety rules, conduct checks and inspections and investigate accidents.
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Design methods to efficiently and securely store and transport critical supplies and resources. Make sure policies are followed to protect the public and prevent waste.
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Map the features, dimensions and contours of land or objects using measurement instruments. Use tools like cameras or GPS devices to take measurements.
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Process bills, payments, invoices and credit services. Check the status of accounts and statements and verify that information is correct.
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Design hiring and training programs to help people find and maintain jobs. Provide guidance to job seekers and employees.
Question 27 27. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Select the right materials for use in laboratories, factories or work sites. Handle special chemicals or raw materials to make sure they are used or disposed of correctly.
Question 28 28. How interested are you in doing these activities at work?
Identify and fix problems with the parts and functioning of engines and mechanical systems. Make adjustments and ensure systems work as intended.
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Provide services or treatment to help clients with physical or emotional rehabilitation. Create personalized treatment plans and connect people with health resources.
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Collect, analyze and report data to inform decisions, conduct research or discover trends. Check data quality, interpret results and explain findings.
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Provide information about services, rules and trends to businesses and the public. Issue guidance and answer questions to help others understand policies.
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Protect the public from hazardous materials, crime or controlled substances. Enforce laws and prevent harm from dangerous materials or activities.