Long Beach, California
WHAT ARE SOME BEST WAYS TO GET AN ENTRY LEVEL JOB.
So specifically does anyone , think that entering with a certification is more valuable than a degree itself? Also what kind of limitations does having or not having a degree give you rather having or not having certifications. How many people have you seen at the top without a degree, but only...
CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Does anyone think that certifications are valuable to getting into the field of career, or can you simply can an entry level job with no experience what so ever. Does any one think Comptia A+ certifications are worth it or not? #certifications #entrylevel #comptia
What is a "day in the life of a software engineer" typically like?
I'm a second year computer science major in college, and I'm curious as to what a typical day of a software engineer is like. Do you usually work by yourself coding for 8 hours a day, or are you working together with other engineers to program something? #computer-science #computer-software...
What are some ways that you can get a bachelor's degree in less than 4 years?
I want to know if there is any way to shorten the amount of time spent getting a bachelor's degree. It would be an ideal situation for me because I will have 8 years of schooling afterwards to become a doctor. #medicine #university #bachelors-degree
Can someone explain federal work study for me? Also can they elaborate on which universities offer this option.
I've heard the term mentioned briefly in passing and I wanted to understand what it means exactly and how this can benefit me. It would also be wonderful if someone could provide a list of universities that support federal work study or work study in general. #university #financial-aid...
Where can a person go to learn cryptography and ciphers?
I am interested in making a hobby out of these two things and I am wondering where exactly I can go to acquire such skills? If anyone knows anything on this subject it would be much appreciated for any pointers in the right direction! #extracurriculars #hobbies #cryptography #ciphers
How can I get started learning financial modeling?
I'm a sophomore in college, getting ready to apply for internships in corporate finance or banking or investing, and I want to be able to show finance companies/firms that I'm qualified to work for them. I want to teach myself financial modeling in excel. What kind of models should I try to...
What are some good extracurriculars to commit to?
I know that I need to start on something from now to spice up my university applications but there are a few problems. First of all, my parents are on a very limited budget so I need to be able to do something that isn't too expensive. Second, sports aren't my thing so the obvious answer is...
What are the best ways for a high school freshman to gain money on the side?
I am a freshman now but I already recognize two things. First of all my parents will be able to afford little to none of the expenses associated with university and the amount of education and money it would take to become a doctor. And second the costs to university for that long of a time...
Is there a platform for finding a person to sponsor your university education?
I know that finding sponsors are really rare nowadays but if anyone on Career Village can help me find some way to gain a sponsor that would be amazing. #university #higher-education #sponsorship
Who are some people I can talk to about everything that has to do with IB?
I want someone I can depend on who can tell me how an IB education works, what are the benefits, is the time that it takes up worth it, etc. #high-school-classes #ib-diploma #ibdp
What are some websites that you can take classes that will be accepted by your high school?
I love learning a lot so I want to find a way to take other classes that I can't fit on my school schedule that will be accepted for credits/ be put on my transcript at the very least. There are many websites that offer a great online education but I'm not sure which ones will match my specific...
What are some online jobs that don't require a specific age?
I want to find ways to earn money on the side and a job is the best way to do that. However, my parents won't let me go out and get an actual job so I want to at least settle for an at home job where I can earn some money and don't require a minimum age like 16-18. If I start working from now...
What are the pros and cons of the SAT and the ACT weighed against each other?
I believe that majority of universities and colleges accept both the SAT and the ACT but what are the differences between them? I also don't know which one would probably yield a higher score for me...should I take both and see? #sat #act #test-planning #cons #pros #high-school-tests
What is a better place to work at as an OB/GYN: a clinic or a hospital?
No one on the internet seems to have a solid answer for this question so I am consulting the career village experts to help me way the pros and cons of working at both including the salary and work hours for both. #obstetrics #hospitals #ob-gyn #gynocologist #clinics #financial-planning
What are some good prep books and methods of study to get a really good score on the PSAT?
Next year I will be taking the PSAT as a preparation for the second time that I take the PSAT which will be in my junior year. I know that there are numerous benefits to taking the PSAT and scoring well on it. By a really good score I mean past the cutoff for the National Merit standard in...
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