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Theoretical

Rewards those who value knowledge for knowledge’s sake, continuing education and intellectual growth.

If Theoretical is one of your top Motivators, look for a career where you can deeply pursue your intellectual interests. Opportunities for continuous learning and a mentor that you can learn from is important.  Ask yourself, “What am I most curious about?”

Motivators in Careers

Explore the connection between what drives you and the careers that align with your passions.

Engineering and Project Management Supervisor

Kelly Wasserbach


Civil Engineer

Torrey Addair


Top Tips

  • Continuing education

  • Start a blog

  • Research

  • Experiment

  • Work in a bookstore

Suggested Activities

  • Research-based tasks

  • Lectures with lots of facts or high concept load

  • Robotics and science clubs

  • Continuous education and learning opportunities

Career Ideas

  • Science

  • Research & Development

  • Astronomy

  • Engineering

  • Aerospace

  • Education

  • IT

  • Mathematics

  • Economics

  • Journalism

  • Law

  • Think Tanks

  • Healthcare

  • Psychology

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