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What are some important things to do post-internship?
Now that an internship is over, what can I do to make sure I make the most out of it? How do I keep contact with my employers to make sure they are still in my "network"? #high-school #internship #employer
Does the highschool you go to matter in the end?
I am moving to a new house and have the option of staying at the same school I have gone to for two years but I also have the chance of getting to change to go to a different school. The school I currently go to does not give me the option of taking the AP classes I want for my junior year...
What should I do, how do I become more aware of what I want to do?
I'm a High School Student and am about to enter my junior year which I have heard is the most important life changing year... ever. I am stuck in between wanting to be a Film Director or go into the Engineering field. I have no experience in either and my father gave me advice to look for...
I finished my bachelor degree in math, however I really want to go to grad school for automotive engineering. But the problem is so many programs here in US do not consider applicants without engineering background, what can I do?
I finished my bachelor degree in math, however I really want to go to grad school for automotive engineering. But the problem is so many programs here in US do not consider applicants without engineering background, what can I do? Also what can I do to gain some experience in the auto...
A.A in Journalism, B.A in Comm?
Hello, I am currently completing my general education classes in city college and I was planning to take additional classes to complete the Communications program as well, however, I've always had an interest for writing. My ultimate career goal is to work in editing. I have done my research...
How do you prepare yourself for other career options that are not directly related to your college Major?
I don't think students usually end up going into their field of studies and just work as one fixed position permanently. There are so many opportunities out there, whether be on a national or international level. Therefore, I think it's very important to have several alternatives in mind and...
As a full-time college student with a part-time job, how do you manage time productively?
I'm asking this question because generally full-time students tend to find it difficult to balance well between school and work. #college #jobs #student #time-management #productivity
If I plan to go to law school a few years after graduation and I am a rising senior now, what should I be doing now to prepare for applying?
I want to take a break and get work experience before I apply. I am a little worried about recommendations and whether waiting a couple years is fine. #attorney
Will an engineer be able to afford a 100 k dollar car?
Im a chemical engineer in my senior year and I've dreaming of owning a nissan gtr. Ive been wanting to ask this question since i started this major lol How soon will i be able to get or will i be able to get at all?
How difficult is it now for an engineer to get a job than in the 90s?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and it seems that technology and businesses are growing outstandingly but at the same time social media says that right now there are no jobs out there. It will be really helpful to get intel from a real professional.
When applying for a job, is it necessary to have every popular social app? such as facebook or twitter
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and i have every social but Facebook and twitter are the least i use. Im very active on snapchat, instagram, and linked in. Will a "recruiter", not sure what they are called, be asking for any social app? #college #engineering #engineer #job...
For an engineering profession, will an engineer be required to have taken the FE Exam? (Fundamentals of Engineering)
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and my advisor said that if i take the FE exam, i wont have to take a engineering elective but i have seen a FE practice exam and i haven't taken the proper class that i will be taking until my last semester. I would like to know if in the...
How likely are big tech companies such as Apple, Google, Facebook, etc. going to pay for my Master's education in Computer Science?
I am a high school senior about to graduate and attend San Jose State University majoring in Computer Science. I intend to attain a B.S. degree in my major with an emphasis in software engineering. I did some research concerning the degrees associated with my major and found that the average...
Should the rigorousness of a job be considered for when choosing a career?
Ever since 3rd grade, I have put myself in more rigorous academic situations (specifically Gifted and Talent and the International Baccalaureate Program) and I respond well to hard work. Will all of the difficult courses I have been taking, I started to look at jobs that require a lot more...
What do you suggest doing when the majors you're interested in are vastly different and require very different schooling?
I am interested in early education or being a pediatrician. I do not know what type of schooling I'll be able to afford and do not have enough basis to make a decision likely until a few years into college. Unfortunately, these two majors seem to require extremely different schooling and I do...
If I earn a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Public Health Policy, what are a few of the best graduate schools I can further my education in?
These next four years, I will be working hard to earn my undergraduate degree. However, I want to know some of the best graduate schools that will assist me into becoming a community public official. #law #government #politics
Will double majoring in Public Health Policy and Political Science serve as a good first step to become a politically involved public official?
I aspire to become a public official in a community, such as a mayor etc. I want to become more informed about politics, law and how communities work in order to help guide and improve them. #law #government #politics
What careers can I get with an English Degree?
English is the major I am pursuing in college. I like reading and writing. #professor #university #graduate #writing #english
What was your method of finding a career after college?
Many students like myself could benefit from advice on how to enter the job market. #career #university #graduate #career-paths #work #employment
Is being good at physics directly correlated to being a good engineer?
I am a college student studying aerospace engineering. I have taken three college physics courses (mechanics, waves, electricity/magnetism) and have gotten a C, B-, and C+ respectively. I have studied extremely hard for these classes, but I think my underlying downfall was my lack of thorough...
Does nursing ever offer any moments that completely make you feel fulfilled, or does the job become repetitive and mundane as many other people feel about their jobs.?
It may sound too head-in-the-clouds, but as I've been told time and time again, "do what makes you happy." In a job that seems to require stoicism and perhaps some not-too-happy moments, by the time you perhaps feel that you have become numb to the environment, is it still fulfilling? Why does...
Is pursuing nursing worthwhile?
It seems to me that everyone knows a nurse, but they all seem to say different things. Nurses in my family love their jobs, hate their jobs, wish they just became doctors, or switched career paths altogether. As one who is genuinely interested in becoming a nurse, I'd like to know what...
What should I pay attention to or do as an intern, especially as a computer science major aspiring to be a software engineer?
I will be working on application development as an intern and am looking for advice on networking/opportunities I should look for/people I should talk to/specific topics or projects I should get ask to get involved in/how to establish relationship with manager etc. #computer #software #intern
How much would a masters degree in computer science benefit me if I want to be a software engineer in the near future but unsure in the long run?
I am a computer science major junior, and right now I am considering if I should pursue a BS/MS 5-year program offered at my school. I am considering working as a software engineer but am unsure about my long-term professional goals. #engineer #computer #software
Is being a Graphic Designer at a studio/company a better option than being a Freelance Designer?
I am soon going to graduate if I can get my act together and I have been trying to figure out what companies I should intern at. In the end I always thought being a freelance artist would be cool because of the flexibility in my schedule but after taking my last Entertainment Graphics Class and...
As a graduating Graphic Designer what skills should I focus more on learning?
I am currently proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop and indesign but as I am in the upper level classes I am learning new programs like, Adobe Animate, After Effects, Dreamweaver and so on. So i am just curious what are the most sought after skills that employers are looking for?...
How do I get into the comics industry?
I'm interested in making comics for living (or at least part-time), and I was wondering if there are any recommended college programs geared towards prepping someone for comic-making #artist #comics
Does a college's rating really matter?
I know there's a lot of emphasis on going to a well-rated and prestigious school, but does it really matter in the end? Do schools with better ratings offer better courses? Will I learn anything more there than at a lesser known school? #college
What college major do you need to work in the business field
I need to know what major I should strive for #business #finance #marketing #phd
Do people in the business field mostly go for a masters degree or a phD
I need some more information to what degree I have to strive for #finance #marketing #masters #phd #buisness
In an interview for a profession, will you get asked if you have any tattoos?
I'm a chemical engineering student in my senior year. I don't know many people who work in a profession such as engineering or business, but, is it common for those big corporations to ask you if you any tattoos? #college #engineering #career #engineer #interviews #hire #tattoos
What are some things to prepare for when searching for a part time job?
I wanted to know if there were some interview questions to keep in mind and how a person should dress when inquiring for a position. #hiring
What are great places for a first part time job?
I am currently in high school and I am 16 years old (turning 17 by the end of the year). Recently I have been wanting to help my parents with paying my phone bill and learning to manage responsibilities. I don't have any valid working experience, so I want different suggestions. #experienced...
Does having more volunteer work on your resume look better than having regular job experience?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and because my major makes it hard for me to have a job, i only have time to do volunteer work. i want to know if that can help me in being considered for a job. #college #engineering #engineer #interviews #volunteering #volunteer #hire
How different is college and high school?
I have been attending the same charter school for over 9 years. Transitioning into a new environment is going to be harder on me because I've grown up and gotten used to certain people for half of my life. I just want to be prepared and know what to expect before I go into college. #person
How will I know of college is the right step for me?
In my family, I am apart of the first generation to attend college. Recently, I've gained some doubts about going to college, because most of my family is not supportive of me attending college. I have been accepted to my dream school and enrolled, but I don't know if I'll be able to continue...
What’s the latest and greatest book you’ve read related to mental health, psychology or psychotherapy?
I am always looking for more educational material to read and learn from. These topics in particular are what I am interested in going into as far as careers go. #psychology #career-advice #mental-health #psychotherapy #books
As a counselor or other psychology professional, how do you mentally handle the stress of being unable to help a patient?
I am interested in beginning a career in child developmental psychology as a counselor. #psychology #counselor
Am I making a good career choice or should I consider other options?
I am a high school senior currently taking computer animation and graphic design. I enjoy art, drawing, and computers and this field combines all of my passions into one. #career #general
How do I know if I made the right choice in choosing the university I will be attending in the fall?
I am a high school senior currently studying computer animation and graphic design in my school. I enjoy both art and computers and this field combines both of my passions into one. With so many schools out there it is hard to choose the right one. #general #graphic-design #animation...
Is becoming a doctor extremely stressful and are taking student loans beneficial in the long run?
I am asking this question because I will be applying to college soon and I'm highly interested in pursuing a medical career. #college #doctor #science #medicine #biology #doctorate-degree
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