Experience a Job Before Choosing it.
Step into real workplaces, talk to professionals, and find your next step with confidence.
Unsure Which Career to Choose?
You’ll spend over 80,000 hours working, yet most people are asked to choose a career without ever seeing the job up close.
We help people experience careers before committing to them.
See the job firsthand: Understand the day-to-day reality, not just the title.
Learn from Real Professionals: Get honest insight from verified, industry professionals, not online forums.
Decide what to do next: Know what to pursue next — or what to explore instead.
Connect with industry experts: Build real relationships and expand your network, opening doors to future job opportunities.
What’s missing isn’t information — it’s experience.
Job descriptions outline roles, but real clarity comes from experience — seeing the work up close, talking with someone who’s done it for years, and knowing whether the lifestyle and workplace fit you.
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Make decisions with confidence — even while still exploring options.
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Learning and effort feel meaningful when there’s a clear connection to real work.
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Avoid unnecessary pivots later by understanding fit earlier — saving time, money, and confidence.
How it Works
We get you a front-row seat to a career so you can decide on a direction or rule one out.
MATCH
Take a short interest quiz to find careers worth exploring.
2. EXPERIENCE
Step into a real workplace through a job shadow or guided tour.
3. NEXT STEPS
Get clear guidance on what to pursue next — or explore another career.
“I really enjoyed [Hint], and I appreciate the opportunity it’s given me to think about my options for a future career. Thank you very much!” - Jack, Student
“This is what I wish I had in high school when I was trying to pick a career.” - Scott, Parent
“My son hasn’t listened to anyone about his future career as much as he has with Hint.” - Chantel G., Parent
“This course is so important to everyone looking to clarify their career choice.” - Joy, Teacher @ Bearspaw Christian School
The Chef: Treyvon
Trevyon was still a bit unsure what career was right for him or the right steps to take until he took Hint.
FAQs
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No. The goal is exploration. Many people use a job shadow to confirm a direction — or rule one out.
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That’s a win! Finding out early helps you avoid costly detours and choose a better-fit option next.
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Real, verified professionals in the field. We carefully choose and vet each match so every experience is appropriate, structured, and valuable.
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Yes. All job shadows and tours are curated with age-appropriate structure, clear expectations, and vetted professionals.
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Seeing real work early helps students make smarter choices about education, saving time, money, and frustration later.