My dream job would be related to my concern for the environment. I've always been interested in alternative fuel sources for cars and electricity. I would love to spend the day researching and making these new sources of energy reasonable to use and produce. Working with my passion to make the world a better place would be the perfect job for me.

- By LEAH SPANGLER, William Penn Senior High School

My dream job would be to be Sean "Diddy" Combs' right-hand man. He's the leader of the entourage (next to Diddy), present at every awards show, every concert, every party, every music video.

That would be the life.

I'm sure the money would be plentiful, too. Diddy has status, respect and nice clothes. He's got it all. How amazing would it be to have the job of setting up shows, parties and TV appearances for him? He's the man. And I'd love to be the man with the plan.

- By ALEX BISHOP, York Catholic High School

For some, a dream job includes endless riches and stardom. For me, a dream job includes delving into the past and researching the people and events that came before me. Ideally, I would love to write history books. Researching the past can give us insights into the future, can define where we've come from and who we are. History books and research documents are testimonies to our forefathers, printed memorials to our past. History is the basis of tradition, and I would love to be part of recording those traditions for generations to come.

- By ABIGAIL STOLLAR, Spring Grove Area Senior High School

My dream job would be being a celebrity publicist and magazine writer. Being a publicist, you can make or break a person's career. I guess I would like the power. A publicist is a great job to network, meet new people and establish lasting relationships. Being a publicist gives you status, also, and people know who you are. I would like being a magazine writer, too. Writing for a well-known magazine gives you the assurance that you're being heard. People seriously consider your opinions on music, fashion, movies, etc.

- By JONATHAN MOORE, William Penn Senior High School

My dream job is that of a travel writer. I would like to be the person who goes from one place to the next, explaining the experiences along the way. It wouldn't matter which publication I worked for, who my audience was, or even how much I got paid. The point is that my foremost passion and my career will have intersected. I realize that becoming what amounts to a nomad with a laptop would have its drawbacks -- like jetlag and having to pack. But I think I would come to relish even these aspects of the job. True wanderlust is not something that can be put on the back burner.

- By LEXIE GROVE, West York Area High School

Ever since I started helping in our middle school's library, I have wanted to become a librarian. Of course, one of the prerequisites of being a librarian is a love of books. I have enjoyed reading ever since I was little, even bringing books in the car with me to read when my mom took me along on errands. I also like to work with children and see them develop into readers. I hope to pass on my passion for books and reading to younger generations. There is no aspect of being a librarian that does not appeal to me -- shelving books, buying new materials and helping students. While this is not a typical dream job for most teenagers, this job would provide me with a fulfilling career for life.

- By MARIA STAYER, York Suburban Senior High School

Have you ever met someone whose ultimate goal in life was to become a professional cartoonist? Ever since I was 8, this has been my dream job.

I started small, creating jokes and depicting them with simple characters that my family members could enjoy and laugh at. But soon, that pastime evolved into an obsession: Drawing day and night, designing different characters and personalities, dipping into my yet-young-and-untapped sense of humor and pulling out jokes and gags. I soon went as far as to send my characters to the U.S. copyright office to be stored in the national archives where all the greats were kept.

As I got older, I began to think about the future of comic strip artists. I figured the long hours and (according to some artists) stressful deadlines didn't exactly fall into my life story. That and God had other plans for me.

I started working at a local graphic arts place and I like it very much.

As I head to college this fall, I'm not sure where God will lead me, but I'm pretty sure that he included comic strip days in my life for a reason. Who knows, maybe I'll take over for Bill Amend one day...

- By JEN GIAMBALVO, home-schooled

I always loved to play pretend. When I was a little girl, I went out into the woods and pretended to be different animals. One day, I turned into an angry dinosaur. The next, I was a lost cat. Animals evolved into humans and I began acting like a pioneer. I collected plants and built houses out of dirt and sticks. Suddenly, the real world hit me like a tidal wave. I had to forego the games and become myself. This is why my dream job would be that of an actress. I've always thought Hollywood is just a bunch of grown-up kids playing pretend.

- By LILY KOTANSKY, Susquehannock High School

My dream job would involve a passion I've had since my Crayon-pushing, glitter-gluing days in preschool -- a passion for art. The academic demands of my daily high school schedule have eliminated the opportunity for me to take electives in the fine arts, but my love of painting and sketching still runs deep.

My desire to live and work as an artist is not born from a wish for money or status. Actually, it would likely result in the exact opposite. The real reason behind my secret desire to be an artist lies in the simple fact that art is an innate passion of mine. But alas, a "dream job" is called that for a reason. Although art is, and will continue to be, an important aspect of my life, I have decided that it is best left as a hobby.

- By CASEY GEORGE, York Suburban Senior High School

Ever since I was 7, I've always told my mom that I want to become the first cardiologist in my family. My family has a long history of heart and kidney diseases. By age 14, I was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease, so I know a medical career would be great for me. Another reason is that science and math are my strong subjects in school. Since being diagnosed, I've realized that school is really important. Becoming a cardiologist can help me and the patients I will have. I hope to go into a pre-medicine program at Robert Morris University, The University of Pittsburgh, Cornell University or Seton Hall University.

- By SHANTIA GARRETT, West York Area High School

My dream job would be to sit on the beach all the time. The most productive part of my day would be watching the waves crash, the seagulls search for leftover bread crumbs and children building sand castles. The contentment of sun beating down on me, relaxing with a good book and soothing winds would define "dream job" for me.

- By ANNIE SWADE, Susquehannock High School

Now that I'm inching closer and closer to my senior year (which, of course, I'm having trouble comprehending), people are asking the question more and more frequently: "So, what do you want to do with your life?"

Shyly, I usually reply, "Oh, I don't really know yet. Maybe something in anthropology."

Of course, that sounds like the lamest response ever. It's like, what the heck am I going to do with a degree in anthropology?

Sincerely, I'm not sure yet. All I know is that I love researching subjects that I love. That's when I work my hardest. Recently, the development of cultures and the cultures themselves intrigue me immensely. Not only that, but I also love spreading this knowledge to people, either orally or in writing (another passion of mine).

So, what is my dream job?

Well, ever see those National Geographic documentaries? You know, the ones about weird aspects of cultures like taboo foods or foot binding?

Well, if I could research information for something like that or even help write the script, that would just be amazing. It would incorporate all of the things I love, not to mention it would probably include some travel -- another activity I love.

Problem is, I'm not exactly sure what I'd have to do to get a job like that.

Even if that's not the occupation I end up having, as long as I'm doing something related to it, I'll be happy.

But, of course, the dream job would still be nice.

- By ARIEL SIEGELMAN, York Suburban Senior High School

My dream job is acting. I love being in the spotlight (only for winning a Oscar, not for going to rehab). Even the theater is fun, being able to be someone else on stage. I know the chances of getting into the show biz is slim, but I'll try. I'll even remember the little people who helped me get there. Ciao. My people will call your people.

- By RACHEL BRAGG, Dallastown Area Middle School

I think my dream job would be a combination of various things. I get bored easily, so I would have to have a job that could keep me interested. I would like to travel to different parts of the world and learn about different people and cultures. I don't really know what kind of job or company would pay me to travel and have a good time. But if there was one like that, I would definitely sign up.

- By CORINNE ELLIOTT, Christian School of York