Wakefield, Massachusetts
What entry level job do you recommend I get right out of school if I want to be an executive at an airline one day?
I know I want to work in business, specifically at an airline, and one day I hope to work my way up to the top of a company. I'm just not sure where to start. What job should I seek out of college to set myself up for a future career as an executive? This question was posted by a CareerVillage...
What do you enjoy about working in cargo for an airline?
I'm thinking about different jobs working for an airline and this one came up. I'd love to know what you enjoy most (and least!) about what you do. #aviation #airline-industry
Can you help me understand the difference between certain jobs within marketing?
I really want to work in marketing, i'm just not sure what my specific options are within that field. What are the different roles within marketing at an airline and how should I figure out which one I would be best at? #marketing #aviation
Why are there so few female pilots? Should I not consider becoming one for some reason?
I always just see men flying planes, even their assistants/co pilots! Why is that? I would love to learn how to fly planes, but I feel like I shouldn't because I never see female pilots. This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage....
What are the steps required to get a job working as a travel companion for the elderly or young children? Is there even such a job out there?
I would like to make a career out of flying with young children or the elderly. Would I work with a specific airport or an airline? How old do I have to be to apply? What are the requirements? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage....
What are some perks of working in the airline industry?
Most people would think you'd get to travel a whole bunch, but I'm wondering.. is that the best perk working for an airline? Or are there others? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage. #aviation #airline-industry #aviation-industry
When working for an airline in the corporate office, what is the atmosphere like? Do you work in teams or independently?
I can work on my own, but I much prefer working with a team of people. Are there jobs at Cathay Pacific or other airlines that require more teamwork than others? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage. #aviation #airline-industry...
Are all traffic controllers FAA traffic controllers?
I'm curious about the organizational structure of an airport and an airline. I want to know so I can begin working toward my career as an air traffic controller. This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage. #aviation #airline-industry...
What made you want to work in the airline industry?
I have no idea what I want to do when I grow up. I don't really even know where to start. I do love to travel, so I thought I'd ask, what made you want to work in this industry? If you have any advice as to how I should go about picking a career within the industry, please let me know! This...
Is it harder or easier to be an aviation mechanic or a car mechanic? Do you have to go to school for both of them? How long?
Can you please tell me why each one is easier or harder. I love working on cars, but working on planes would be an amazing career too. If they are similar, I would like to work on planes for a living. This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of...
What are some of the similarities and differences between pilot school and flight engineer school?
I'm not yet sure which career I would like to pursue yet, but know what type of training is required for each will help me make a better decision. #aviation #airline-industry
Do I have to have an aerospace engineering degree to become a flight test engineer?
I know I want to be a flight engineer, but I don't know what I should study in college to do so. Should I study aerospace engineering or is that entirely unnecessary? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage. #aviation...
What would I study in school to become an aircraft mechanic?
What subjects should I be good at if I want to be an aircraft mechanic? Is there a lot of math or can I be successful even if I'm not good at math? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage. #aviation #airline-industry #aircraft-mechanic
If I want to be a commercial flight engineer, would it be best for me to join the USAF as a flight engineer to start my career?
What's the statistic of commercial flight engineers who used to be USAF flight engineers? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage. #aviation #airline-industry
Do aircraft maintenance technicians work for airlines, airports, or a different business entirely?
I'd love to learn more about being an aircraft mechanic. Who is your employeer and what was the hiring process like? Did you have to interview and go through a background check? Is it a strenuous hiring process? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students...
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