Job Shadowing

Attach a youth for a day or more to a person who has a career that the
youth is interested in. For example, a youth might dress appropriately
for working in an electricity station, start the day with the person he or
she is attached to, help with the work the person being shadowed does
and so on. A youth attached to a receptionist might work in an office
taking calls, recording messages, and receiving visitors.

Identify individuals with careers of interest. Invite them to address the
youth about their own careers and to bring posters, objects, and
audio/video tapes to listen to or view, as well as reading materials
about the careers for display or distribution.

Youth may not admit that they are afraid to leave their familiar surroundings
for a new career, but we need to be aware of that possibility
and provide all the help we can for them in making the transition.
While they are at the stage of exploring careers, introducing them to a
friendly and helpful career mentor can make a big difference.