Overview

Do you dream of flying? Can you imagine piloting a ship?  Or, would you prefer being behind the wheel of an eighteen-wheeler? Alternatively, would you like to repair or design cars, airplanes or ships? Whether you think you might like being in the air, on the sea or seeing the country by road, a career in transportation will definitely have you "on the move"!

On this page you can learn more about careers in the transportation sector and where you can obtain training or educational experience. ​
TOP RIASEC Categories: Realistic
CTE Industry Sector: Transportation

Intro Video

Get Experience Now!

You can get experience in this field in the following ways:
  • Take related CTE courses at your local high school, such as Automotive, to learn the basics of vehicle maintenance and repair.
  • Assemble model cars or aircraft, which can help in understanding the basics of aerodynamics and automotive design.
  • Use driving simulators or attend driver's education programs to understand vehicle control and operation.
  • Seek out internships or part-time work at auto repair shops, dealerships, or local garages to gain hands-on experience.
  • Join or form a club focused on transportation technology, where you can discuss and learn about advancements in the field such as electric vehicles or drone technology.
  • Reach out to a business or organization in the career area you are interested in and ask for information on what the job is really like and what type of education or experience is recommended. 

Career Videos

Airline Pilot
Auto Body Repairers
Marine Engineer
Truck Drivers

Even More: Career Ideas based on RIASEC Score 

  • Realistic: Commercial Pilot, Automotive Mechanic, Train Engineer, Ship Captain, Drone Operator
  • Investigative: Transportation Safety Analyst, Aviation Inspector, Maritime Surveyor, Traffic Flow Analyst, Vehicle Emissions Tester
  • Artistic: Vehicle Designer, Custom Car Painter, Transit System Map Designer, Aviation Photographer, Railroad Historian
  • Social: Flight Attendant, Cruise Ship Director, Tour Guide, Transit Customer Service Representative, Travel Coordinator
  • Enterprising: Logistics Manager, Freight Broker, Fleet Manager, Travel Agency Owner, Aviation Operations Manager
  • Conventional: Traffic Coordinator, Air Traffic Controller, Transportation Scheduler, Shipping Clerk, Vehicle Fleet Compliance Officer