Career ReviewThere are many different careers available around the world, covering a variety of different branches, subjects and groups. Some careers may interest some people while others may not show even the slightest interest because different aspects of careers appeal to some people more than others. Despite their differences, all careers are essential to the functioning of today's society as we know it. I decided to do in-depth research on two specific careers, urban planners and biomedical engineers. Urban planning is an interesting job that is necessary for almost every modern community to function. Urban planners most often work for local governments and plan new developments and transportation, design the most cost-effective and environmentally friendly developments for buildings and cities, and even study how to make the more aesthetic environment (“Urban and Regional”). Planners. "). Potential candidates for this profession almost always need to possess skills in areas such as active listening, speaking, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and decision-making (“Explore Careers:: Urban and Regional Planners. ).» It is growing at an average rate, with 10% growth expected between 2012 and 2022, from the current 38,700 jobs to 42,700. The salary is quite high, with a national median salary of $65,230. Urban planners typically work regular hours plus extra time to meet with colleagues and teammates. The vast majority of them work in local government, working in offices for the planning part and going to construction sites to see the results and evaluate possible decisions. Urban planning is separated into...... middle of paper ......p things that actually impact the world around me and could make it a better place. I think I would do well in either of these jobs because of the skills I already have, and with enough work I could hone them more specifically to become a more than competent candidate for either the other. “Biomedical engineers”. BLS. US Department of Labor, January 8, 2014.Web. March 24, 2014. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Urban and regional planners”. BLS. US Department of Labor, January 8. 2014. Internet. March 24, 2014. College Board of Trustees. “Career: Biomedical Engineers”. University table. College Council, 2014. Web. March 25. 2014.Naviance, Inc. “Explore Careers::Biomedical Engineers.” Naviance. Naviance Inc., nd Web. March 24. 2014.Naviance, Inc. “Exploring Careers:: Urban and Regional Planners.” Naviance. Naviance Inc., sdWeb. March 24. 2014.