| A | B |
| values | beliefs that guide the way people live |
| lifestyle goals | reflect your vision of how you see yourself living in the future |
| aptitude | an ability or potential for learning a certain skill |
| career outlook | the availability of jobs in any field |
| Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) | U.S. Department of Labor publication that describes about 20,000 jobs and their relationships with data, people, and things |
| Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) | U.S. Department of Labor publication that provides information on more than two hundred occupations; updated every two years |
| Guide for Occupational Exploration (GOE) | reference that organizes the world of work into 12 interest areas that are subdivided into work groups and subgroups |
| career consultation | an informational interview with a professional who works in a career that interests you |
| internship | student's direct work experience and exposure to various aspects of a career, either with or without pay |