Welcome to PathLeap — Career Exploration Reimagined for Teens
PathLeap helps high school students discover career paths they never knew existed. Learn how our AI-powered platform connects your interests to real career opportunities.
The Career Discovery Gap
Ask any high school student what they want to be when they grow up, and you'll hear the same answers: doctor, lawyer, engineer, teacher. It's not that these are bad careers — it's that they represent a tiny fraction of the opportunities out there.
Did you know there are over 1,000 distinct career paths in the US economy? Many of the most exciting and well-paying ones — like Digital Twin Architects ($145K), Carbon Credit Traders ($150K), and AI Safety Researchers ($180K+) — are virtually unknown to high school students.
What is PathLeap?
PathLeap is a free career exploration platform designed specifically for teens (grades 9-12). We use AI and real labor market data to help you:
- Discover careers you've never heard of but might love
- See real salary data and job growth projections
- Plan your AP courses based on your career goals
- Understand AI risk — which careers are AI-proof and which aren't
How It Works
PathLeap analyzes data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, O*NET, and emerging industry trends to give you a complete picture of each career. Every career profile includes:
- Salary ranges (min, median, max)
- 10-year growth projections
- AI disruption risk score
- Required education path
- Recommended AP courses
- A "Day in the Life" description
Built for the Age of AI
The job market is changing faster than ever. Careers that didn't exist 5 years ago are now paying six figures. PathLeap tracks these emerging opportunities and surfaces them before they become mainstream — giving you a head start on the future.
Ready to explore? Browse our career catalog or check out the AP Course Navigator to plan your next semester.