Future Mobility - CAREER SNAPSHOT
MAGNATE ELON MUSK:
Creating a Better, More Sustainable Life on Earth and Beyond
When Elon Musk was young, he didn't know what he would do in the world. He thought inventing something would be cool. As he got older, he was always considering things beyond their scope. He questioned the purpose of life and realized the advancement of knowledge and the scale of consciousness would be the only way forward.
After attending University at 17, he later received a dual bachelor’s degree in economics and physics. Musk then began a Ph.D. in applied physics and material sciences but decided to pursue a business career instead. He became a co-founder of Zip2, a web software company. After its profitable sale to Compaq, Musk founded an online bank, X.com, later known as PayPal.
His vision continued on future mobility with SpaceX aerospace manufacturing and space transport services; Tesla electric vehicle manufacturer, becoming its product architect. Musk continues to be innovative with his future visions for humanity. One more vision is an open-source high-speed transportation system, known as the Hyperloop, in the idea of a vacuum tube train.
Future Mobility - Career Pathway Questions to Consider - Step #20
Future Mobility
Your post-voyage reflection:
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Have you taken some key high school courses you need to get yourself started on the pathway?
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Which summer activity are you eager to pursue in order to validate your interest in this career field?
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What “Lifelong” learning pathways will you take upon leaving high school? You can choose among full-time employment, apprenticeships, armed services and post-secondary education, which are all sound choices.
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If you choose a college pathway, what major and courses would you choose to study at a two-year or four-year college?
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What other activities are you eager to explore to increase your success chances of entering the field of employment after completion of high school or college?
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When ready, what type of full-time employment opportunities will you choose?
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If relevant, which apprenticeship program(s) would you join for on-the-job training leading to full-time employment?
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If you are interested in the military's “FREE” education and training in a field you would like to pursue, which military service would you consider and why?
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Did you enjoy this career pathway adventure?
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Would you like to try another pathway?
