Find the work that fits
Answer 36 quick statements and see which of 907 real occupations match what you enjoy. Free, no sign-up.
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How it works
Answer
Rate 36 short work moments by how much you would enjoy them. About six minutes.
See your code
Your six interest scores give you a three-letter code and a direction on the compass.
Explore real careers
Get your 20 closest occupations, filter by preparation time, and talk the result through.
Six directions of work
Most people lean toward two or three of these. Neighbors on the compass have the most in common.
- RRealisticTools, machines, outdoors, things you can touch
- IInvestigativeQuestions, evidence, analysis, working it out
- AArtisticIdeas, design, writing, performance, expression
- SSocialTeaching, helping, caring, listening
- EEnterprisingLeading, persuading, deciding, building
- CConventionalOrder, accuracy, data, clear systems
Look up any career
907 occupations, each with its main tasks, skills, interest profile, preparation and who it suits.
Common questions
What does the career test measure?
It measures interests: which kinds of work you would enjoy. It uses six broad types, known as Holland codes: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising and Conventional. It does not measure ability, personality or intelligence.
How long does it take?
Most people finish the 36 statements in about six minutes. There is one more optional question about how much time you would spend preparing for a new career.
Are my answers saved?
No. The test runs in your browser. Your answers are not uploaded and they are gone when you close the page. If you copy your result link, it holds only your six scores and your preparation choice. A summary of your result goes to the assistant only if you press Talk this through.
How are careers matched to me?
Your six scores are compared with the interest ratings of 907 occupations in the O*NET database, using a statistical correlation. The closest 20 appear in order. You can narrow them by how much preparation you are ready for.
What should I do with my result?
Treat it as a shortlist to explore. Open the careers that catch your eye, read who they suit and who they may not, and talk the result through with the assistant on the results page.