Exploring This Job
One great way to obtain experience is to work as an assistant to your high school's sports equipment manager. Talk to equipment managers about their careers. Questions to ask include: What do you like and dislike about your career? What high school and college classes should I take to prepare for this career? What's the best way to break into this field?
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