You May Be Realistic
If you are: practical, straightforward, mechanically inclined, persistent, conforming, thrifty
If you can: fix electrical things, solve mechanical problems, operate tools and machinery, repair cars, build things
If you like to: work with machines, make house repairs, be physically active, use your hands, work alone, work outdoors
If you relate to the Realistic occupational type then your Michigan Career Pathway is most likely Manufacturing and/or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Manufacturing and STEM Careers in this path are related to technologies necessary to design, develop, install, and maintain physical systems. These include engineering, manufacturing, construction, service and related technologies.
Based on Personality types developed by John Holland, Ph.D.
Explore These Possible Realistic Career Areas
The Academic Programs referenced below are not necessarily the only programs offered by departments, but are meant to reflect the Career Areas referred to.
| Career Areas | Academic Programs Offered by NMU | Academic Department |
| Aircraft Mechanic | Aviation Maintenance Technology | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Air Conditioning Installer | Heat/Air Condition/Refrigeration | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Automotive Mechanic | Automotive Service Technology | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Auto Body Repair | Collision Repair Technology | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Carpenter | Construction Management | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Computer Aided Drafting Technician | Computer Aided Design-Mechanical | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Conservation Technician | Environmental Conservation | Geography Department 3001 New Science Facility, 227-2500 |
| Electronics Engineer | Electronics Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Electromechanical Technician | Electromechanical Technology | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Fish and Game Warden | Environmental Conservation | Geography Department 3001 New Science Facility 227-2500 |
| Food Service Worker | Culinary Arts, Food Service Management | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Industry Supervisor | Industry Technology | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Mechanical Engineer | Mechanical Engineering Technology | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Plant Engineer | Pre-Engineering | Physics Department 2515 West Science, 227-2450 |
| Refrigeration Mechanic | Heat/Air Condition/Refrigeration | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Restaurant Cook | Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, Hospitality Management | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
| Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator | Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator | Technology and Occupational Sciences 227 Jacobetti, 227-2067 |
Internships, Volunteer, and Job Possibilities
- Automotive Dealership
- Construction Company
- Consulting Firm
- Engineering Firm
- Manufacturer
- Michigan DNR
- National Park Service
- US Forest Service
- US Fish and Wildlife Service
For more information contact Career Services at 227-2800.
Student Organizations
A listing of all NMU Student Organziations is available at The Hub, linked below. For more information, contact the Center for Student Enrichment.
The Academic and Career Advisement Center Staff, 3302 C.B. Hedgcock, 906- 227-2971, can provide you with more information on careers and majors which match this occupation type, as well as the career planning process.