Jeff Markello, Esq., with Sakowski & Markello, LLP located in Elma, New York, discusses the various areas of law - malpractice, criminal law, business law, and more. Also discussed are the different educational paths to pursuing a career in law.  Click on the link below. (Videotaped on 5/25/2022)

Careers in Law/Legal Fields

Join Mary Jo Barton, President & CEO of Earth Dimensions, Inc., located on Jamison Road in Elma, as she joins Gary Grote from the East Aurora Chamber of Commerce to discuss careers in the fields of soil sciences, geology, wetland ecology, and more. Learn what areas of study are available and licensure necessary to pursue a career in geology/ecology.  Shadowing opportunities are available for students who are interested in these fields of study. Click on the link below for more information about this exciting career option. (videotaped on 6/1/2022)  

Earth Dimensions, Inc.

Are you personable, outgoing, and a lifetime learner? You may want to consider becoming a teacher! Join Jason Jacobs, Principal of Holland High School, and Joanne Ryan, retired business teacher, East Aurora High School, to explore the many opportunities offered in the field of education.

Learn the qualifications, education required and opportunities offered in the teaching field. Click on the link below to find out if this career field is for you: Careers in Education

Join Emma Giammaresi, Marketing Director, and Tracey Fest, Patient Care Facilitator, from UPD Dental Associates as they discuss careers in the field of Dentistry.  (Recorded 3/15/2022)

Careers in Dentistry

Join Jake Varecka, owner of Varecka Construction, and Tony Cellino, owner of Cellino Plumbing, as they discuss the different career paths students can take in the construction industry. Also discussed are training/education to prepare in this growiing career field. (updated 3/2/2022)

Construction & Plumbing

Moog, Inc. offers many different engineering and manufacturing opportunties at it's plant located in Elma, New York.

This growing company offers aerospace, medical, commercial and miliary engineering careers: production, project and design to name a few. Manufacturing and operations involves machining, assembly and testing of materials. Some of these products will go into space for NASA rovers!

Join in the discussion with Pete Sergi, Senior Employee Engagement Specialist at Moog, and Dan Giza, an Engineer at Moog, about careers in Engineering at the company. (Updated 2/16/20202)

Engineering at Moog

Join Dan Garvey, Innkeeper at the Roycroft Inn, as he discusses the opportunities, responsibilities and challenges the hospitality and restaurant industries are presented with currently.

Careers in Hospitality and the Restaurant Industry

Traditional nursing care, OT/PT, Social Work, Dietary, Office/Administration and Maintenance are some of the career opportunties discussed during this video interview. Join Ms. Stacy Bastian, Administrator of Absolute Care in East Aurora, and Ms. Theresa Smith, Occupational Therapist, as they discuss some of the educational and career paths to take to achieve your goal of working in a long term care/health care setting.  (updated 2/3/2022)

Careers in Long-Term Care Health and Geriatrics

Join owner of Loptr LCC/Lowkey Software LCC Dave Newell as he discusses the field of Cybersecurity and Cybertechnology. Mr. Newell is also an advisor at Mercyhurst College in the study of Cybersecurity.  From an Associates, Bachelors, and even Masters Degrees in the field, careers can be found in the field of government agencies & many businesses. Learn more here Cybersecurity & Cybertechnology

Astronics-Luminescent Systems LLC has been a forerunner for over 50 years in aircraft lighting systems including state of the art lighting for commercial and military craft, control panels, and more.  Melissa Lauricella, Human Resource Director, discusses the paths that led her to her current position in the company, and the various opportunities & responsibiltieis you can expect to experience in the field of Human Resources.

Director of Human Resources

Mark Andol, owner of General Welding & Fabrication and Made in America stores, offers his view on the challenges and successes of being a business owner. Learn of some of the various types of welding, technology involved, training and more. 

Entrepreneurship / Being a Business Owner

Interested in a career in film? Not just in front of the camera, but one of the many jobs necessary to create a realistic movie.

The Buffalo area is rich in architecture and offers many interesting settings and is becoming a "hotspot" for filmakers. A career in film can even be utilized in video games! Find out more by clicking the link provided here to listen to Tim Clark, Film Commissioner with the Buffalo Niagara Film Office.  Buffalo Niagara Film Industry

Join Mark Acquino, Instructor of Sports Conditioning and Exercise at Erie 2 Boces (Wallace D. Ormsby Educational Center) and Ashley Thompson, Manager at SNAP Fitness in East Aurora as they discuss the ever-growing opportunities in the fitness industry. Discussion willfocus on education necessary, certifications and careers involved in the field of the fitness industry.

Click here to watch the video: Fitness Industry

Join Robert Nowak, owner of Robert Nowak Heating & Cooling and Charles Snyder, owner of Charles D. Snyder & Sons, Inc. as they discuss the careers available in construction and HVAC trades. If you like working with your hands, learn how a career in these valuable & necessary trades might be just what you are looking for!

Heating & Cooling / Commercial Construction

Becoming an Accountant gives you many options in types of accounting positions and corporations where you can work. The choices that accounting professionals have are varied: private or public sector, tax preparation, general accounting services, staff accountant, state and federal government to name a few.  Each type of accounting carries similar responsibility, but an employer's goals may be very different.

Explore careers in accounting here: Accounting Career Paths

Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) operate under strict ethical standards to develop, analyze, and report financial information. Tax, estate, forensic, financial planning are some examples of the many services a CPA can perform. Sound interesting? Learn more by clicking this link: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Licensed behavior analysts use learning-based methods to treat people diagnosed by a psychologist or physician with an autism disorder.  Managing behavior, social interactions, self-help and safety skills are some examples of the services that a licensed behavior therapist or a certified behavior therapist provide to clients. To learn more about education, training, and skills, please click here:  Applied Behavior Analysis

Creative Arts Therapists train in both psychotherapy and creative arts. This can include dance, drama, music, poetry, and art therapy.  Learn more here: Creative Art Therapist

A Marriage and Family Therapist trains in psychotherapy and other counseling methods to advise people about thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that affect interpersonal relationship. Click here to learn more: Marriage and Family Therapist

Mental Health Counselors train to treat people with mental and emotional disorders and other behavioral challenges. To learn more about education, abilities, and skills, click this link: Mental Health Counselor

A Psychoanalyst helps people uncover the unconscious mental processes that influence their behavior and personality. Learn more here: Psychoanalyst

A Psychologist researches all forms of human behavior, cognition, and emotion using methods of observation and evaluation. If you would enjoy working in a hospital, clinic, or school setting to research, evaluate and treat individuals with emotional and/or behavioral issues, or individuals with disabilities, click the following link for information regarding education and licensure:  Psychology

Social Workers help individuals and groups with mental disorders, family difficulties, addictions, community issues, and more. There are two (2) types of social workers: Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSW)-who have a master's degree in social work; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), who have a master's degree and also 36 months and 2,000 client contact hours in post-LMSW work. Concern for others, critical thinking, and an interest in human development/behavior are key in becoming a social worker. If this sounds like you, click the link to learn more: Social Work

Certified Shorthand Reporters transcribe passages from notes taken of dictated records or legal proceedings. Court reporting, freelance reporting, and real-time reporting such as closed captioning of live events are examples of work settings. Learn more about education, experience & obtaining licensure at: Certified Shorthand Reporting

Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) operate under strict ethical standards to develop, analyze, and report financial information. CPAs can work in tax, estate, forensic accounting, financial planning and in other services.  To learn more, click here: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 

Architects provide services related to the design and construction of and the spaces around them. Design creativity, creative thinking, and and interest in Math and Art are some of the skills that you need. Learn more here:  Architect

Professional engineers lead and work on projects and processes that apply engineering principles and data to safeguard people and property. Mathematics, Sciences, problem solving and attention to detail are some of the skills and abilities for a career in this field. Learn more about this field here:  Engineering

Professional Geologists gather and interpret data about the Earth; it's physical structure, it's history, and the processes that act upon it. As a geologist you will be able to create geographical maps, advise government and industries, and evaluate natural resources. To learn more about the study of Geology, click this link:  Professional Geologist  

A Certified Interior Designer plans, designs, supervises and consults on interior spaces while incorporating safety and accessibility standards in the development of their design.  You can work for an architecture firm, residential or institutional firms, or be self-employed. If you enjoy technical drawing, art and are creative, a career path in Interior Design might be just what you are seeking! Click the link here to learn more:  Certified Interior Designer

What exactly is a Land Surveyor? Apply mathematics, technical and research skills to measure and plot to map an area's physical features along with an interest in data analysis, math and technical skills, and you are ready to become licensed as a Land Surveyor! Learn more about obtaining education, licensure, and professional skills here: Land Surveying   

Preparing drawings and specifications that meet codes and regulations for land use, plant materials, grading and drainage are just some of the duties that a Landscape Architect does. Creativity, analytical thinking, and an interest in Math and Art are some of the skills needed.

Learn about the education and licensing necessary to have a career as a Landscape Architect by clicking this link:  Landscape Architect

Acupuncturists use medical theories and techniques developed in Eastern Asia to improve or maintain the health of their patients. Learn about education necessary, licensing, professional skills, work settings in more by clicking here:  Acupuncture  

At sporting events, athletic trainers provide emergency care and first aid to people who have sustained an athletic injury.  In addition, an athletic trainer can instruct in the care and prevention of athletic injuries, analyze factors that lead to injuries, and more. Does this career path interest you? Learn more about education requirements, trailing, job growth, skills necessary, and more by clicking on this link: Athletic Trainer

Audiologists are licensed professionals who evaluate, diagnose, and treat hearing disorders in individuals. Projected job growth is higher than average in this field. Learn more about what it takes to become an audiologist here:  Audiologist

A chiropractor uses their hands, instruments, diagnostic imaging and lab tests to detect nerve interference and misaligned vertebrae (bones of the spinal column). As a Doctor of Chiropractic, you will be able to practice in a group setting or in a private practice. If concern for others, interest in sciences, and attention to detail sounds like you, click the link here to learn more about becoming a licensed practicing professional:  Chiropractor

If you have an interest in chemistry, biology, and science, then a career in laboratory technology might be for you! Click on the links to find out more!

Histological Technician   Cytotechnologist   

Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Certified Clinical Laboratory Technician

Dentistry involves the care, diagnosis, and treatment of issues regarding the mouth; including teeth, gums, jaws and other areas of head and neck. Learn about the different careers in the field of Dentistry by clicking the links below:  

 Dentist        Registered Dental Assistant     Dental Assistant 

Dietitians and Nutritionists help achieve and maintain people's health by examining nutrition needs based on age and other factors such as medical conditions. If you have an interest in behavior science, biochemistry and have good attention to detail, you may want to explore a career in dietetics as outlined in this link: Dietitian / Nutritionist

Massage Therapists apply a scientific system of activity to the muscular structure of the human body. Work in private practice, hospitals, health spas and more. To learn more about how to become a licensed Massage Therapist, click on this link:  Massage Therapy

What is a Medical Physicist? A Medical Physicist applies the principles of physics in the use of radiation for medical purposes.  If you have an interest in Physics and other sciences, Mathematics and use of technology, then a career in this field may be for you! Learn more here: Medical Physicist 

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) provide patient care under the supervision of an RN, nurse practitioner, physician, dentist and more. To learn how to become an LPN, click this link: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

A Registered Nurse (RN) provides health care to patients with a variety of medical conditions. Click this link to learn more:  Registered Nurse

Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) are registered nurses who have completed advanced clinical nursing education to become certified in one or more specialty areas such as Oncology, Pediatrics, Adult Health or Psychiatry/Mental Health. Click this link to learn more about becoming a Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Nurse Practitioners are Registered Nurses who have completed advanced clinical education to become certified in a specialty area. Pediatrics, Community Health, and Acute Care are just some of the many fields available to become certified in. Learn more here: Nurse Practitioner.

Providing primary health and wellness to women of all ages, a midwife must also complete a master's degree and board certification.  Working in a hospital or physician's office, your interest in biology, social sciences, dependability & care for others might lead you to become a midwife. Most midwives are also RN's, though it is not a requirement. To learn more, click this link: Licensed Midwife

Occupational Therapists (OT) help people with injuries or disabilities restore or improve their physical abilities & adapt to their surroundings.

Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA) provides services under the supervision of an OT or physician. Learn more at this link: Occupational Therapy

An Optometrist will diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system. A concern for others, attention to detail, and preparation in the sciences are some of the skills necessary for this career.  To learn more, click here: Optometrist

As an ophthalmic dispenser, or optician, you will adapt and fit lenses - both eyeglasses and contact lenses - to correct deficiencies or abnormalities of the patient's eye.  Close work with customers, physicians, and organizational skills are traits needed for this career field.  Learn more by clicking this link: Ophthalmic Dispenser/Optician

As a Pathologists' Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a physician to perform visual and microscopic examination of human organs and tissues. Working in a hospital, forensic lab or morgue, or research lab, having an interest in anatomy, laboratory science and attention to detail could lead you to this career path.  To learn more, please click this link:  Pathologists' Assistant

Perfusionists operate heart-lung machines during open heart surgery. Under the supervision of the heart surgeon, they redirect the circulation of a patients blood outside the body, monitor and manage the patient's breathing & circulation, and re-start the heart after surgery.  If you have a concern for others, mental and physical endurance, and an interest in medical sciences, you may be interested to learn more about this career. Click this link to learn more : Perfusionist

Pharmacists prepare and dispense drugs. This included patient drug safety and counseling patients about dosages, side effects, interactions, and any limitations.  An interest in biomedical sciences, attention to detail and concern for others are some interests/abilities needed for this licensed profession.

To learn more, click here: Pharmacist