Find a Career

Explore your career options, identify your skills and interests, and learn how to write a resume and cover letter.

Occupational Informational Network Code Connector - Interested in learning about the skills you need to become a veterinarian, or the types of jobs in the healthcare industry? Explore thousands of career options using the ONET Code Connector.

Youthhood.Org - Learn about yourself, identify your career interests, and plan your future.

The Career Key - This is a free service to help you with career choices, career changes, and career planning, job search, and choosing a college major or training program.

Get an Education

Check out these sites to learn about opportunities for high school and post-secondary education:

Alternative High-Schools
Franklin High School Alternative Program - call 503-916-5140
Marshall Night School - call 503-916-5278
Mt. Scott Learning Centers
Open Meadow
New Avenues for Youth
Pacific Crest Community School

For a complete list of community based and Portland school district operated programs, visit http://www.pps.k12.or.us/depts/edoption/.

Local Colleges and Universities
Portland Community College
Portland State University
Lewis and Clark College
Marylhurst University
Mt. Hood Community College

To find other colleges in the Portland area, visit www.portland.info.

Training and Education Programs
Job Corps
Portland YouthBuilders

Other Resources

Multnomah County Food Handler's card
Oregon Department of Transportation
Oregon Food Handler's card
Oregon State Bar Youth Resources
Social Security Administration
Vital Statistics