New Canaan, Connecticut
How important is your GPA when trying to get a job in your field?
If I'm trying to get a job in any field, does GPA matter or is having relevant experience more important? #college #job-search #experience #undergraduate #gpa
Should I major in theoretical mathematics or applied mathematics in undergraduate?
I've taken both theoretical and applied math courses, but I was wondering what the different prospects in terms of career paths there are from one versus the other? #career #career-path #mathematics #undergraduate #applied-mathematics #theoretical
What are some good questions to ask a professional panel?
I have had the opportunity in the past to visit accounting firms and converse with accountants. However, I always found myself at a dead end with an inability to come up with good questions. I had a train of thought, but I could not put them into words. Now I want to get an idea of what would...
What are some good experiences to add when thinking about applying to medical school?
I'm trying to figure out what are the most important activities that will help me improve my candidacy for medical school. #medicine #graduate #research #medicine-school #volunteering #undergraduate #admissions #medcine
I have an upcoming interview at a medical school, how do you prepare for a one-on-one interview?
I have a one-on-one interview at a medical school coming up. Does anyone have any helpful tips on what to prepare for and how to approach the interview.
For reference: I have a masters degree in biomedical sciences and a bachelors degree in mathematics. #medicine -school #interview
How to interview at a medical school? (MMI)
I have an upcoming interview at a medical school that hold their interviews by a Multiple-Mini-Interview style. Can anyone give a way to prepare for a MMI? I have read up on it, but was wondering if anyone has any personal anecdotes on how it went for them and if they would do anything...
How would I go about getting an entry level clinical research position?
I am looking for an entry level research position that will further strengthen my application to medical school. The only experience I have in research is community health research, but I am trying to find something more clinical or even lab related. Since I am lacking in experience how can I...
What types of careers are there related to the frequent use of Adobe Photoshop+Indesign?
I am a high school student, and I've recently gotten my ACA license in both Photoshop and Indesign. I've found that I use these programs frequently, and I'm quite comfortable with using them. Are there any careers that require frequent use of these programs? #career #career-choice #career-path...
Health science
What kind of jobs can I get if I get a bachelor's degree in Health Science Administration? #science #health #administration
How does one develop and execute their own Private Practice as an Obstetrician?
Thinking whether or not to develop my own private practice or be affiliated with an accredited hospital. #medicine #ob-gyn
Is it possible for an OB-GYN not to become attached or effected by still born births? If so, how?
I am focusing on this area of expertise however I am aware of potential emotional events that way happen within my career as an Obstetrician. #ob-gyn #medicine #career-counseling #hospital-and-health-care
What occupations and fields are stagnating or decreasing in growth?
As time progresses, some occupations become obsolete because of society and technology. The factory worker was beat out by the robot, the mail delivery man was beat out by the drone. As a student and future contributor to the workforce, it is imperative to know where the money is at and where...
Will there be an over saturation of engineers?
I want to be an engineer and am curious about the field. Presently, engineering and other STEM occupations are quite popular. But as time passes, there will be many who major in it like me and due to that, won't the job market be more competitive? And if so, when? #engineering #employment...
What are the top colleges for Computer Science and Cyber Security?
In the future, I plan to go to a college for a computer science and cyber security major. I just haven't been able to find the "perfect" college. I thought I would ask for people's opinion who are actually in the field of study. Thank you. #computer-science #computer #computer-security
On average, how much is a technology university?
I was wondering the about the price because I plan on going to a STEM college for a computer science or cyber security major. Thanks in advance. #computer-science
What would you say are the general steps into becoming a doctor?
I've been wanting to be a lot of things including an engineer and and going into business as well as medicine. I would love to know the steps into becoming a doctor and the things I would have to do outside of class work like volunteering in hospitals or working around medicine or working in...
For those of you who went to medical school but didn't major in a Science, what did you major in?
I want to become a pediatrician in the future, however, I've heard that just because you plan on going to medical school doesn't mean you have to major in a science. I would like to keep my options open and seeing what else people have majored in would help me do that. #college-major #medical-school
Do you enjoy being a broadcast journalist?
I love broadcasting and I want to hear if someone working that actual job loves it still. #broadcast #journalism #broadcast-media
What types of journalism companies should I intern for?
I was thinking more of the magazine companies. I want opinions. #journalists
Should I pick my college solely for its program even if other ones have everything else better?
I want to go to SUNY Stonybrook for its program but Binghamton has a much nicer facility. I'm not sure what to do. #college
Is it difficult to score a job at Google or Microsoft as a computer science major?
I was wondering if it is the type of field where you start low and rise up in the ranks or a more static position once you are in. #computer-science #google #microsoft
Is it okay to feel scare to start working?
Im new to all of this "independence" #work-life-balance
What is it like being a women in the engineering field?
I am really interested in entering the engineering field and have been for awhile and I just wanted a little insight on the day in the life of a women in these types of fields. #engineering #women-in-tech
As someone interested in building biomedical devices which would be better doing a major in Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering?
I have wanted to be build medical devices in children's hospitals since I was 11 and as time has gone o my interest has expanded from initial just being fascinated in circuitry and wanting to focus on that side of medical devices to also having a love for coding. I know that I want to minor in...
When doing a Doctoral Pharmacy program, do you usually have a doctoral thesis?
Interested in the way the programs work.
When choosing a career which is more important, interest or benefits?
i know it is important to pursue a career in something you love and find genuine interest in. However, with the way the economy is now a days, it is more important to choose a career based on the benefits and salary. Can you sacrifice not making any money to have a career you enjoy? Can you...
If you get a degree in Pharmacy, can you also conduct drug testing, manufacturing, and/or research?
I am interested in the range of things you can do with a Pharmaceutical degree, besides actually just working in a Pharmacy. #pharmacy #pharmacists #pharmaceuticals
Would majoring in nursing science at a UC be more efficient than taking a nursing program at a cal-state or community college?
I'm interested in a healthcare profession in general, one where I know I can help others. I was wondering if I decide to take the nursing route, which college would be more ideal. #nursing
What are the first steps for an aspiring surgeon to take in college? Should I particularly be majoring in a biology related study?
I am currently a senior in high school, and it's the eve of college applications. Going though two surgical procedures myself, I was always intrigued by the willingness and determination of a surgeon's work ethic and I figured it was inevitable that I would want to pursue a career in that...
In a College/ University, how do people take notes efficiently
I'm only in high school but i still know a little bit about how to take notes for college. My question was about how professors act about people saying to wait on a slide or to repeat an idea so they can copy it down? Are those two notions even a thing in college? I just want to be an efficient...
How much Math does really play into being a robotics engineer?
I love the engineering field, but I am not good at any of the math part that comes into play. I know that I am only in Highschool, and the fact being that my mindset of math is just to plug and play formulas. I don't want to think about it, just get it done. If I was to become a robotics...
How to start looking for Internships?
I'm in college and I want to get some research under my experience. #college #communications #economics
I am worried about paying for college and graduating with a large debt, how can this be avoided?
I am hesitant about attending college because my family earns to much money to be considered low income and to little money to pay for school. How can I alleviate some of the costs? with out being in high debt after graduation? #financial-planning
Do you have to take many Math classes to major in Engineering?
I am considering Engineering as Major however I have difficulty with some Math so not sure how successful I would be studying Engineering #professor
What are some techniques/advice I can use to promote myself even more during a job interview?
I have just landed a job interview for a position as a secretary, but I lack the past office job experiences that they prefer. In the past, I have mainly worked as a camp counselor as well as volunteered at a couple of shelters. Are there any techniques or just advice that can help me make...
During what year of college should I start looking for internships?
I am currently a freshman in college and almost every week my inbox would be filled with emails concerning job fairs, company presentations, and other possible career opportunities. I do not want to stress myself out, but the massive emails are getting me anxious and worried over my progress....
Is a degree in law essential to succeeding in the field of forensic pathology?
I am seeking a possible future as a forensic pathologist, and before I begin college next year, I need a plan. #medicine #lawyer #pathologist
How does the gender gap effect productivity in the work force?
As a woman of color, I am concerned about being marginalized in the workplace. #scientists
What are the funnest jobs in the stem fields?
unbiassed towards your favorite job, but funnest locations and jobs that provide lots of activities. #computer #engineering #stem #teachers #architects #mathematicians
What kinds of jobs would be most beneficial in the career category of computer science?
list some jobs with the highest pay, that are most beneficial and won't require an unstable scedule, and will be a helpful and necessary career to others (i.e. a market that hasn't been filled and would help people). #anyone #to #has #opinion #good #that #contribute
Would it be better to get my Master's before going out to look for a job after getting my Bachelor's in Forensic Science?
I would like to prepare myself with this type of information before actually going out on the field. #forensic #toxicology
If you major in Forensic Science, what are some career paths you can take?
I would like to know how much flexibility, career-wise, I have with this major. It is really interesting and I would really like to pursue it, but I don't really know about what comes afterwards. #science #forensic
I understand that as a Forensic Biologist you are looking at DNA and the small micro details to solve a crime, however, how often does this evidence actually lead to a great discovery that solves the case?
I want to be a Forensic Biologist. I know what the job implies, but I really want to know how often the evidence actually leads to solving the crime. #professor #forensicscientist #criminologist #dnaanalysist #forensic #forensic-chemistry #forensic-analysis #biology #law-enforcement...
What can i do to fulfil my dream job as an aerospace engineer?
I'm interested in math and science, especially physics and an aerospace engineer is something that combines those subjects that I love. So I just wanted to know how is it like as an aerospace engineer. #aerospace-engineering
What is like in the life of an aerospace engineer?
I'm interested in math and science, especially physics and an aerospace engineer is something that combines those subjects that I love. So I just wanted to know how is it like as an aerospace engineer. #physics #aerospace-engineering
If your residency consists of pediatric neurology, do you still have to go through fellowship?
I was wondering if I go through 7 years of pediatric neurology residency would I still have to do a fellowship that specializes in pediatrics? #doctor #dentistry #medicine #pediatrics #hospital-and-health-care
what is the level of pressure when working as a physical therapist?
career interest #physics #physical-therapist #physical
what are the long term benefits of becoming a physical therapist?
the question is important for me to know when choosing a major #physical-therapy #physical #question
What is it like to be a cardiothoracic surgeon? What is you daily life like? Does your job interfere with your personal life? What are some setbacks in becoming a surgeon?
I don't know much about cardiothoracic surgeons and I want to get an idea about their daily life. #medicine #science #surgery #cardiac-surgeon
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