Strong, Maine
How much is a certificate from technical school worth?
Senior year of high school, I took graphic design at a technical school and earned two certificates, one rating my skills and one for passing this big test. Those who went to technical/vocational school in high school, how useful were those certificates when landing a job? #vocationalschool...
How do you focus better in school with your mind racing?
I usually test well, but I often times can't concentrate, and I don't want that to hurt me when I start college. It's not always things around me, but just my thoughts distracting me. If I'm feeling really inspired it can help me work faster. But I'm not quite sure what to do in the heat of...
In your opinion, is college "too" expensive?
In your own words, do you think colleges ask too much money for an education?
Remember, there isn't a "right" or "wrong" answer, this is based off of opinion.
#opinions #collegemoney #college
How should I deal with discrimination in the work place?
I am a 17 year old senior female soon going for my bachelors in materials science and my top choice for college is highly male dominated (87% male). Giving STEMs track record, I’ll likely face discrimination because of my gender and I’d like insight on how to deal with discrimination while...
Beyond maintaining good grades and high work quality, how can I stand out to future employers while in college?
I’m a senior going into either chemical engineering or materials science and a hope to work my way up to a degree in nanotechnology. My ideal career field is going to de extremely competitive, and I want to do everything I can to secure a career that I’ll enjoy. #stem #material-science...
What is a job you'd never want to have EVER?
I want to know what is the exact OPPOSITE of what people think they want. What they wouldn't want to do in a million years- and see if, later in life, these ideals are still present. #future-careers
Is it possible to get an internship at the end of the freshman year summer?
I'm a freshman majoring in computer science and economics. I'd like to do an internship this summer but I've heard that that's very difficult to get. What specific skills and classes should I take to help secure an internship in, e.g., a consulting company? #internships
What are the opportunities for someone majoring in computer science and economics?
I am a freshman and am interested in pursuing both computer science and economics. I took classes in these in my high school and really enjoyed them. I'd now like to get a sense of what are the job opportunities. #career
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