How Career Compass Works
Three simple steps to discover career paths aligned with your unique interests and personality.
Take the Assessment
Answer 60 questions about work activities you might enjoy. Rate each from "Strongly Dislike" to "Strongly Like" — there are no right or wrong answers.
Discover Your Profile
Your answers reveal your RIASEC interest profile — a hexagonal map of six personality dimensions that shape your ideal work environment.
Explore Careers
Get matched with careers from the O*NET database that fit your profile, complete with salary data, education requirements, and job outlook.
The Holland Code Framework
Developed by psychologist John Holland, the RIASEC model maps six fundamental interest types that predict career satisfaction and success.
Realistic
The BuilderYou enjoy working with tools, machines, and physical materials. You prefer hands-on problem solving and building tangible things.
Investigative
The ThinkerYou enjoy researching, analyzing, and solving complex problems. You prefer working with ideas and data over people or things.
Artistic
The CreatorYou enjoy creative expression, design, and artistic activities. You prefer unstructured environments where you can use your imagination.
Social
The HelperYou enjoy helping, teaching, and counseling others. You prefer working with people and making a positive difference in their lives.
Enterprising
The PersuaderYou enjoy leading, managing, and persuading others. You prefer competitive environments and taking on business challenges.
Conventional
The OrganizerYou enjoy organizing data, following procedures, and working with numbers. You prefer structured environments with clear expectations.
