Assessment of Career Research Paper
An Awill demonstrate the following:
e Context of and Purpose for Writing // A thorough understanding of context and purpose.
The paper narrates skillfully the answers to the questions/prompts in a coherent,
focused way that is purpose-driven and persuasive
e Content Development // Appropriate, relevant, and compelling content, conveying the
student’s understanding and shaping of the questions posed, and connecting the dots
for the target audience, motivating them to action
o Research // Identified key industry knowledge and takeaways related to this topic
and the research strongly supports this acquisition of knowledge
o Reflection // Student clearly understands the industry or occupation and
successfully reflected back on the importance to that student and its
significance to his or her own journey
o Conclusion // Student concludes with key takeaways, significance, and next
steps
e Execution of writing // Detailed attention to and successful execution of writing,
including organization, content, presentation, and formatting
e Sources // Credible sources cited appropriately
e Control of Syntax and Mechanics // Student uses graceful language that skillfully
communicates meaning to readers with clarity and fluency, and is virtually error- free
o Written communication, including a good news thank you note // writing is clear
and concise; well-organized and developed; no spelling or grammatical errors;
thank you note is customized
e Informational Interview //
o Choice of interviewee // Clear explanation of the importance to the student’s
career plan and vision; explains how the connection was established |
o Provided information regarding understanding of the field or professional interest
// Lessons learned; golden nuggets and tips; intuence Gt GisCovVGring Gpucns
and opportunities; summary of significance regarding the field, industry or career
trajectory
o Inipiaiil undorctanaig of cadcrsnip and career progression // Identifies
leadership, managerial, or working styles of the interviewee with outcomes; then
reflects upon their own style; connects interview to their career plan
Minimum of 700 words (can be more) ● Formal, essay format with correct grammar, punctuation and spelling ● minimum of 3 sources ● APA style for citations within text and for reference page ● 1” margins & 12-point font .
