College and Career Readiness
What is MCIS?
The Minnesota Career Information System (MCIS) is a fee-based subscription available in more than 80 percent of Minnesota schools. The system is Internet-based and offers a wealth of career, educational and labor market information in one comprehensive, easy-to-use tool. MCIS included interest and skill assessments, information on colleges, program requirements for various occupations, ACT practice tests and more. Using MCIS, students have the option of building a portfolio so they can plan and track progress toward their educational goals.
Plan Your Future:
Learn more about yourself, plan your education, and create a career plan.
Assessments:
Answer questions about yourself and connect to occupations that may interest you.
Occupations:
Explore different occupations and find out what people do at work.
Learn about industries and investigate career options in the military.
Find out if self-employment is a good fit for you.
Education:
Identify programs of study that interest you and schools that offer them.
Learn more about apprenticeships.
Explore your options for paying for school.
Employment:
Create a résumé.
Learn how to apply and interview for jobs.
Find ways to succeed on your job.