Fort Lee, New Jersey
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How do I know If I'm on the right career path?
I have an interest in a few things; fashion, advertising, and other miscellaneous subjects. I have figured out what I want to do in the future (fashion merchandiser) but the problem is that I always have this little doubt in the back of my mind. This doubt pesters me and produces insecure...
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How do people ensure themselves a financially stable future? How can I as well?
For example, I was always confused how people automatically move out of their parents' house and start supporting themselves right after receiving a job. When someone starts working, I always feel that it may be too early to start finding a home since a person wouldn't have too much money to...
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Would like to be self-employed but want to know how this process works?
I was wondering if anyone here can explain the process of self-employment. How does this work and as a college student, what should I be doing now to get to that level? I am an Astronomy/Physics major since these are the topics I love the most, so how can I be able to ensure I become...
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How badly can your GPA affect your career goals?
Since I came to college, it was hard adjusting to a new place and having a lot of independence. During my first semester, I took a turn going the wrong direction. I would not go to class, and it hit me hard the end of the semester when I realized I had done really badly. I am trying to improve...
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How can I make my resume stand out if I don't have much experience since beginning college?
I've recently started school a year ago, and sadly I haven't been as active as I could have been. Now, I am applying for jobs but I am getting no replies. I was redoing my resume and realized that most of my volunteer work come from high school and that the experience is irrelevant now....
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How is the working environment in academia like?
For example, becoming a professor at university or working with a research team at a lab. Scientific research is something that I am really interested in, but is it a flexible position? Can I also do something in industry as well? #academia
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What would be the most efficient way to make money in a short time period?
If you are a struggling student and need some cash in your pocket, what options do I have? #student #employment
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Where can I get a good chances to learn more tech about the C++ ?
I'm a college student, my major is Internet and Information Technology. Bc I want to be a gaming designer or development That's why I really want to have more experience in C++ area. But my school only have one C++ classes for my major to get the degree. there are other two C++ classes in my...
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How do colleges determine which applicants have the potential to receive financial aid?
The tuition of college keep growing higher, and there are limited opportunities for scholarships. It is really helpful to know that there is help offered to people with a low income through financial aid. However, I'm not sure what the exact criteria are, and if it varies from college to...
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What are the advices you want to tell the younger you when you were in college? Study- wise, career-wise ...
I want to hear the tips from college graduated to enhance my college experiences. #college #graduated
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From my research, I find that most programmers nowadays use Java, Scala, and the C language. My question is how is Scala used/what is it used for?
I'm an Information Technology major who is working towards becoming a future web/mobile developer, and want to explore lesser known, but still useful programming languages, like Scala and Perl (not stated in my question, but I'm still eager to know). #software #mobile-applications...
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What are the positives about working in the business world?
This is important to ask because it can help influence others why they should join the business world. #business
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Do employers look at the volunteer work people do?
Its hard for teenagers to get a job but its easier finding volunteer work #volunteering #volunteer
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How can a college freshman prepare an interview for an internship position?
I am asking this question for a friend who recently got a position with the Parks Department in New York. He wants to know any good skills that he can keep in mind before his interview. #interviews #colleges
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How do I find relevant work experience if no one is willing to give work experience?
I found that many jobs, even jobs that traditionally were entry level, require previous work experience. Where can one go to find experience when everyone requires experience? #volunteering #career-plan #business-networking
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What advice do you have for students who are trying to decide on a career path?
I know a lot of students who have difficulty picking out a career path to take even after their senior year in college, and i feel that they will need some advise to answer this question. #college #career #mentors
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where in New York can i be an intern for the summer?
I would like to be an intern for the summer but don't know a law firm that hires a 16 year old junior. #law #communications #communication #intern #pre-law #new-york #junior
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How can i recieve a grant?
I want to get a grant because I know you don't have to pay them back. #graduate #financial-aid #grants
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When offered your first job, or a full-time position, what are some important questions to contemplate over before making your acceptance?
My name is David, an Information Technology major, who is not only career-focused, but also eager to know how to make careful, personal decisions as I progress in my career. #jobs #career-choice #career-paths #first-job #career-plan
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Is it worth looking into work at home jobs or not?
I have recently been browsing some jobs online as any college student would to be able to do something over the summer. However, it seems sketchy and unconventional that how are people able to work from home and make more than one can imagine. The past year I worked as delivery and it was a...
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In today's society, being a specialist or a family medicine practicioner, which is more suitable?
I am asking this question because I am planning on becoming a medical doctor but I am not sure if I want to specialize or practice family medicine. #medicine #family-medicine
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When is it suitable to plan, implement and conduct research when entering medical school?
I am asking this question because most students planning on attending medical school find it difficult as to what is the right time to engage in a suitable research project without any form of hindrances. #medicine #pre-med
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Should I drop a difficult class I enjoy but find challenging and might negatively affect my G.P.A?
So, when I was younger I always thought I'd like physics and took a class this semester in college. I would love to learn the material, but had to drop it after it became apparent the class would negatively affect my G.P.A. Now I'm caught in a dilemma, do I take the class again next semester...
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What is Mechanical Engineering in the private sector like?
What type of work is usually done by a mechanical engineer working for a company? Is it largely desk-work and modeling? Is there any product testing? How multidisciplinary is your work? Is there a problem with intellectual property between you and a company? Would you recommend staying...
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Will opportunities for civil engineering grow in the near future?
I'm #undecided whether to become a civil or mechanical engineer. I know that America, where I live, needs about 3.6 trillion dollars by 2020 to address infrastructure repairs and that the bureau of labor statistics estimates that civil engineers have the highest growth projection (by demand)...
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How do I gain experience for my dream job when my rigorous major keeps taking up all my time?
My name is Troy and I am currently a freshman in College. As of now I am studying engineering because I do love it and feel working as an engineer for a few years might be a good ideal until I can get my feet of the ground with my true passion - film making. However, if possible, I would love...
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What should I pack for college dorming life?
I'm new to college and am very open to suggestions on what to pack that would be appropriate and aloud on a college campus. #college-life #packing
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Whats the best way to scheduled classes for your freshman year of college?
I'm registering for classes soon and I want to plan a scheduled that will be the least stressful for me wile I adjust to my new surroundings. #college #classes #scheduling
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Whats the most effective scheduled for a freshman in college?
I get really nervous with change and am open to any suggestions when it comes to planing my courses. #college #courses
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What kind of things should I pack for college?
I am dorming at the college of my choice and am open to any good suggestions on whats good and not good to pack. #college #college-life
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Is the best decision to take a gap year before going to college if you are unsure about your career path?
The biggest question I ask myself when thinking about college is if I am going to waste not only my time, but money I do not have if I attend college as an undecided major. One of the greatest pressures high school seniors face is the dilemma of choosing to go straight to college or to opt for...
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Is college worth the cost?
For most middle-class millennial's, college is seen as a luxury most cannot afford. However, we see the difference an education can make in our standard of living. But, how can any person who wants to acquire a higher socio-economic status achieve this if the cost is more than what we can...
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What is the most challenge about your job?
I know that being a Vet Tech isn't rainbows and sunshine, I want to know like what you think is the hard thing you have to do. #veterinary-technician
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What classes should I take to become a Vet Tech
I want to know because each time i search or ask it change #veterinary-technician
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Do you have any advice on proper interviewing techniques?
What are some good questions to ask a potential employee to determine if they are a good match for the job? #business #management #manager #executive
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How do you start a modern art gallery?
I am interested in owning an art gallery. What steps can I take to achieve this? #art #museum #gallery
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How exactly are scholarship monies put towards tuition and can they be limited to certain careers even it is a major or minor?
I wanted to understand that once scholarship monies are granted, the discretion of spending is now at the students disposal. However a fellow classmate was unable to scholarship money towards their major in business. How can I avoid the same problem. #major #scholarship
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Is it possible to major in languages in which more than one language is mastered at once?
I am currently interested in majoring in languages, however through research found that most majors are limited to specifics. For example I pick up dialect, word choice, and accent quickly and have put it in practice; more than volunteer requirements but as a career. I can't seem to find a...
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How did you go about finding your first college internship and what did you gain from the internship?
I plan to be engaged in internships when I am at college. #engineering #science #technology #research #experience #work #intern #medical-laboratory
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What is the best part about studying abroad?
I am interested in studying abroad in college. #science #biology #education #research #chemistry #studying
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What extracurriculars stand out when applying for medical school?
As a freshman and soon-to-be sophomore, I haven't participated in much on and off campus. I'm worried that I won't be able to find anything I'm very interested in by the time I need to apply. #college #medicine
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How does it feel transitioning to High School student to College Student and trying to pay for it?
I ask this because in one more month I will be a college student and I'm still trying to figure out how I will get the money because scholarships haven't been easy to get. #college #professor #students
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Whats the hardest thing to do in the FBI?
I ask this because I would love to be in the FBI one day and fight crime. #police-officer #federal-government #federal-agent
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Just curious to know, how could a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree, and an IT degree (one of them) lead to a job in the computer software industry?
I'm David, a rising, college sophomore, who is majoring in Information Technology. Although I'm thinking about becoming a future web developer/employee for either the internet, or online media industry, I am still curious in learning more about how different fields of engineering can benefit...
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Should I go into pre med or business administration?
I am stuck between choosing two majors for college and I need help choosing. #college #students
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What's the best way to stand out in a college with a lot of students?
What you do with your college years are important when searching for jobs. But what kinds of things will make you stand out? #college #job #student #graduate #interviews #advice #alumni
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When pursuing graduate school, what are some things to keep in mind and look into?
I'm in the process of compiling a list of graduate schools to apply to in the fall and would like some advice on how to narrow down the list. Right now a big thing for me is location, so I'm only looking at particular states. But I'm sure there are other things that one should keep in mind when...
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If you're trying to make a field switch (say math to engineering) what advice do you have for a smooth transition?
A little bit about me: I am a rising undergraduate senior majoring in math but I am interested in pursuing industrial engineering. I've been looking into pursuing graduate school simply because it seems like the only option, being that I have no formal knowledge of engineering. Are there any...
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What is the best way to find internships in college?
I hope have a few internships in the future. #college #internships
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