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Every student wants to choose an unconventional career path and chart the way for others to follow! But the question, ‘What is your career goal’, is one that makes them think. 

The question resonates in our lives as Thanos’ voice peals through the universe. As you figure out a way to identify the ideal career choice, there is always an itch to think beyond the conventions and try something that offers more intrinsic value. That prompts you to chart an unconventional career.

Unconventional careers can be quite subjective. Although the classic debate between traditional and unconventional still persists, let’s see what you should do once you have decided to pursue an unconventional career.

1) Secure an internship

The first step to your unconventional career is to secure an appropriate internship that gives you hands-on experience. You can start this in your school as and when you get some time; you can moonlight for experience and extra bucks.

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Secure an internship

If you are an aspiring wedding photographer, secure an internship with an expert in the field, and assist him. This adds to your work experience and helps you build contacts. You can also start small by taking a few works. If you want to become a sportswriter, you can start blogging about sports. An internship is the key to making a mark in your unconventional career space. It’s easy to find the job of a legal associate than to find a place for a Jazz musician.

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2) Find a good mentor:

In Star Wars, The Empire Strikes Back, Yoda shows his wisdom by mentoring Luke with the lines “Do. Or do not. There is no try” and helps him focus on his present. You need such a mentor at crucial stages of life. For many, the mentors are their parents, friends, and senior persons in the family. They handhold and guide you on your career path.

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Find a good Mentor

When you pick up a traditional career path, finding mentorship is not difficult. However, when you choose an off-beat career, you may struggle to find a mentor.

So, enhance your social presence – Linkedin, Instagram, Facebook, and connect with experts who can be good mentors for you. Like the way Tony Stark drew some contours to the young Spiderman’s exuberance, you need someone who can rightfully say how and when to draw the line.

3) Prepare your family

Another challenge you face while picking up an unconventional career path is to prepare and convince your family of your decision. If your family members haven’t heard of your career path or they are lovers of traditional careers, you may find this process a little tough. Tell them your interests and goals, and how you can realise them with your choice of career.

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Prepare your family

Do some proper homework for Plan B and Plan C when you face your family to ensure a smooth transition. Figure out all the job opportunities, expected salary, and career progression, and keep them in writing so that you are comfortable talking to them, and they can also refer back to your research when in doubt. All you need is to muster some courage and discuss your decision with your family.

4) Self-training

In an unconventional career space that’s challenging and constantly evolving, you have to be on your toes, beefing up the learning curve. Start early with some online courses, and other online resources to equip yourself with all the required ammo. If you want to venture out on your own and get into a self-employed role, things can be tougher as you have to build a good portfolio and market yourself. So the deeper the learning, the higher will be your chances of finding work.

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The unique quotient you possess can add to your chances of getting rewards. The exclusive bunch of people with special skills and talents is difficult to find, so you are suitably rewarded for your work. Think of the Avengers squad, if a superhero loses the job, it’s difficult or next to impossible to find a replacement. With a special skill set and constant upgrades, your career tunnel is always illuminated with arc lights.

Choosing the Right Internship

If you’re looking for internships to get started on your path towards an unconventional career, we’re here with the best tool for you! 

Imagine if you could live the life of a Dentist or an Architect for two hours and decide what’s the right career choice – that’s the At-Home Virtual Internship Program for you! 

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With online internships now becoming the buzzword, it’s the perfect time to enroll in an internship program. This is a first-of-its-kind simulated internship experience that is conducted online. It helps you experience different careers through 1-2 hour interactive programs, which give a focused approach and a holistic experience of prospective careers. You can experience 18 different careers and get a real picture of each field before finalising what career you want to pursue.

VIP was a brain booster for me. It was a great experience with a lot of learning. The experience gave me the knowledge of Computer Engineering and Graphic Designing. Thanks to the practical experience, I know how to deal with problems faced in these industries,” says Tejovarsh Acharya, grade 11 student of Vidya Niketan Birla Public School, Pilani. 

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Harini Prasad
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When Harini Prasad is not busy researching about top trends in education and learning techniques for students, you will find her writing about all things fashion, travel, cinema, and music. A millennial poster-child, Harini is a former lifestyle journalist with specialisation in child rights, gender, and new media journalism. Currently, she is busy exploring the world of marketing and content creation.

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