Los Altos, California
Is it better to spend more on your undergraduate or law school?
I am a senior in high school, and an intern at a law firm. I am applying to a variety of colleges, from Georgetown & Duke to CU Boulder & University of Nevada- Reno, trying to get a Political Science - Business double major. I need some advice from a professional in the field to help me when...
Where did the name venture capitalist come from?
I misunderstood the name Venture Capitalist when I first heard it. How did the name for that career come about, and what exactly does it mean? I'd like to know in case it comes up in an interview #finance #venture-capital
What does a venture capitalist actually DO every day?
Hi everbody. Thank you for your help with my question. I heard about the career of venture capitalist in school and wanted to know what a venture capitalist actually does every day. Like I understand that you make investments but what are you doing while you're deciding how to make them or...
What kind of degree do I need to get to be a graphic designer?
If I want to become a graphic designer working for a tech company, do I need to get a college degree or a masters degree or an associates degree? I already know that there are short graphic design degrees and long ones and I hope to learn what is really necessary to get the first job. Or should...
Why do I need to PDF my resume?
Hi everybody. I'm in high school right now in Junior year and I would like to know why I should PDF my resume. I saw some of the answers on Career Village say to PDF the resume instead of sending a Word or .doc or .docx resume. Why is that? #resume #interviews #pdf
What should I major in if I want to become a Pediatrician?
I am a senior in high school who is super excited about working with kids in the future and making sure they are always healthy. However, I am having trouble figuring out what I need to major in to be able to become one in the future. Many people tell me that I will get the Pre-Med classes to...
Is it a good idea to do a double major in Child Development and Biology if I want to become a Pediatrician?
I am a senior in high school whose passion is kids and science. I have heard that getting a double major is something very beneficial to do while you're in college but I am not sure if Child Development and Biology are the right majors to combine during college and if they are going to help me...
How do you keep yourself motivated?
I know at school towards the end of the year many students begin to slack off. How can you keep yourself motivated during this time? Sometimes work can also be repetitive so how do you keep yourself motivated at work as well? #school #work #motivation #focus
Should the idea of "do what you love" change in relevance to career searching change depending on your experience?
The notion of "do what you love" is a common idea behind a lot of answers, but I was wondering what should be the extent of this advice as relevant when you are first entering the job market verses when you are more experienced? #career-path #job-market #interests
Careers where you don't spend a lot of time on the computer?
I'm looking through potential careers and I'm considering looking at a career where the amount of time spent on a computer is minimized. I prefer more outfield or hands-on type of work but is also STEM-related. I don't object to having to use a computer at least half the time, I just don't want...
Is it better to have your resume demonstrate a variety of skills or great skill in the specific career you are pursuing?
I'm not entirely sure what career I want to end up in, but I have interests in working in theater(preferably backstage). So I was wondering if it helps to gear your resume towards the specific career you are working towards at that moment, or demonstrate a variety of skills you have accumulated...
What kind of classes did you have to take in college?
Im asking this to know what i should expect if i decide to pursue this career. #engineer #architect #social-worker
What would I need to get a master degree on in college, in order to become a music teacher?
I'm a sophomore in high school, looking for a career in music. I'm thinking about becoming a music teacher because, I've always enjoyed this field myself, and would love to share it with other. To spark someone else's passion in the arts. #teacher #music #art-college
Is there anything surprising about your career?
In a student in high school researching different careers that i could possibly pursue in the future. I thought it would be interesting to see what surprised you about your career. #engineer #fashion #journalism #dance #author #editor
How do you become a professional soccer player ?
I play soccer myself and i want to become a professional soccer player
What are the pros and cons of being a Real Estate Agent?
I'm a sophomore in high school and when i have questions about being a Real Estate Agent some say that being one is very difficult. I know there are pros and cons of every job but when i ask people about this one in particular they say things about how you need to be in a relationship where...
What experiences do you need to enter in the culinary arts?
I'm a sophomore in high school and i am interested to work in the culinary arts. #experience
What skills does it take to be a social worker?
What are the requirements to be a social worker. #work #social
Anything I should know to be a roboticist?
anything I should know? like does it suck, wud i regret it, how much is pay, the general stuff #technology #robotics
what skills does it take to be a pediatric oncologist?
because im interested in pursuing the career of helping children with cancer and to help find a cure.
#medicine #health
How do AP tests help you with your college degree?
I know that by takin AP exams you can get college credit. Will this help you complete your degree sooner? How many AP exams do you recommend students to take? #college #ap #advance-placement
Is it common for students to switch majors? Will it affect how long it takes you to graduate?
I am a high school senior and I have no idea what I want to major in or purse. I was just wondering how common it is for a student to switch majors and how much of a set back it is on your education. #college #college-major #education #graduation #switches
What is it like to be in a professional sorority?
I am thinking about joining the professional business sorority at my college next year. I don't really know much about it. Has any one had experience with professional sororities. I have heard a lot about social sororities. What is the difference between these two? #college #professional #sorority
how much time a week does an aerodynamic engineer spend at work/working?
I'm asking this because i want to know if there is any free time or will i have to be devoted to work all week long? #engineering #engineer #aerodynamics #dynamic
How will I like engineering?
I am a sophomore in high school and I'm planing on studying engineering in college. I want to know what in engineering you like most and how that makes working as an engineer more enjoyable? #engineer
CareerVillage is here to help you reach your goals. Get your career questions answered by professionals.
Learn how CareerVillage can support you →