It should not come as a surprise, but to many young people it does: What you do during high school and college can have a significant impact on career opportunities. Some students think that as long as they get good grades, everything will turn out just fine. But many talented people have failed to get the federal job they want because of an unlawful act they committed during a moment of indiscretion. In this groundbreaking guidebook, Lorraine Koster, a licensed private investigator with more than 20 years of experience, shares her insights into why and how federal government pre-employment background investigations are conducted and how to master the application process. Learn what information is available to investigators, how to find career opportunities, the best ways to navigate the application process and much more. Acting responsibly at an early age is important for anyone wanting to succeed later in life. Take the first step into landing that dream job in Students Beware: Life Does Not Begin at 21.

* Explores how STEM subjects are used in different careers. * Included profiles of influential figures and resources for classes to take in high school/college if readers want to pursue a specific career. * Includes a section on matching readers' interests to potential jobs.

Life after slavery was abolished in the Virgin Islands meant that young persons had to mature early. Finding a career was of utmost importance. This is the first book in a series that follows the lives of young Virgin Islanders as they become qualified in a chosen profession. Ben, a young boy of ten years has always enjoyed thatching day at his family home. This year he is finally able to take an active part in the activities as he learns how to become a Thatcher man. Follow the story of Ben as he begins his chosen career by learning all he needs to know about thatching a house including the secret language of the thatcher's.