Editorial Review
SLJ Review of Exploring Hi-Tech Jobs

Hi-tech jobs are in high demand, making STEM careers a popular choice. These five books present different hi-tech career options in fields like medical technology, science, video gaming, robotics, and social media that are suitable for middle and high school students. Some of the careers covered include biomedical engineer, video game developer, environmental scientist, robotics programmer, and social media manager. Each job profile includes labor statistics, average annual salary, personality traits, projected job growth, and a sample description of “a day in the life.” Working conditions, skills, and future outlook are also included. Topics like avoiding burnout, advocating for oneself in the workplace, and navigating potential pitfalls in each career path make this series unique. The publisher does a great job making information comprehensive and detailed while being concise and easy to follow. VERDICT Another standout series from ReferencePoint that’s ideal for school library collections; school counselors should also consider.