Career questions tagged career-choice
What are the best jobs for an INFP-T?
I don't have parental pressure but I do. They say I can be whatever I want but it would be nice if I was a doctor. I don't hate people, but I do hate people that are disrespectful towards me. I'm not a hard worker if I don't need to be, but when I know I need to work hard for something, I put everything into it. Medicine is not my main focus, but nothing is. Everything is dull, and all subjects are the same, I don't favor anything!
I'm really struggling with deciding what I want to do with my life and what to study in high school and college, so please give me advice!
I'm getting to the point of I want to pull my hair out because I have to choose a track to go down to graduate high school and I want to be an FBI Agent, but nothing else interests me!
To all the professionals that struggled deciding between multiple careers: How did you decide and what did you choose??
I want to be an FBI Special Agent, but I also want to be a veterinary physical therapist
what type of career or type of work do you see me doing
Hi! I'm a freshmen student in college . I am trying to understand what kind of work would suit me in the future. My strongest subject in highschool was journalism , where I enjoy creating fake magazines and ads for companies like Pepsi or NYX. I'm sort of outgoing or communicative, but I don't enjoy jobs that require you to sit for a long time. In Chemistry and Algebra I notice that I enjoy take notes about anything, and I notice I can learn a bit faster than normal, even if I don't like the subject. Considering these strengths and preferences, is it normal for someone like me to work in hospital-based or analytical jobs? What kind ofcareer should I consider ? Thank you
What does an office-based logistics specialist do every day?
Hi! My name is Anya, I'm a high school student in 9th grade and I'm exploring logistics as a possible future career. My strongest subjects are math and English, and I really enjoy structured office work with clear tasks, documents, and planning. I don't enjoy sales or constant communication with clients. I would like to understand what a real working day of an office-based logistics specialist looks like: what tasks you usually do during the day, how much of the work is related to documents and working on a computer, how much communication is involved and what kind of communication it usually is, and what you personally like and dislike about this job. Thank you very much for sharing your real experience.
What are some career transition options from ESL high school teaching that involve hardly any screen work?
I suffer from disabling eye sensitivity to screens or outdoor work. What can I do? I can only do little work on screens.
Recent graduate looking for career guidance and advice on what to do next
Hello, I need career guidance. I recently obtained my qualification in Logistics this year (2025) and I applied for Bachelors of Education for 2026 because I'm worried of not finding a job within my qualification and then I'll have a qualification with no job so I opted for plan b which is the B Ed while I still have time because all I'm looking for is financial stability for myself in the near future. I also regret not doing B Ed as my first qualification because, in my opinion, I think it is rare, not impossible, for teaching graduates to not find employment after completion especially if they need to adhere to certain funding requirements. The advice i need here is that should I wait for 2027 to start B Ed or should I go for it next year 2026 as I had planned, pay registration fee and on campus residence deposit, then apply for funding throughout the year? My application for Funza Lushaka is pending. Should I try other bursaries as I'm studying or should I try finding internships with my Logistics diploma? I'm scared of waiting; all I want is employment, financial stability, financial independence and move at home which is why I have the B Ed as plan B?
Is there a way to find more competitions?
I am trying to find a website that allows me to search for competitions (STEM, technology, computer science, engineering, etc.), especially those that would be good for colleges like MIT. One like the Institute of Competition Sciences(ICS), but for a bigger range & more advanced search.
How do I start a career in engineering, specifically HVAC?
I have no prior knowledge of how to start a career, know the very very basics of physics, and really just need to know what steps to follow to get my career started.
How to explore careers #Fall25?
Hi, I'm a high school senior and am planning college majors in the future. What are some typical opportunities on campus to learn about different majors? Alternatively, are there any resources on line to learn about careers? How might I know that I've chosen the right career path and that my major that will make me truly happy? #Fall25
how would I ultimately decide what career path to pursue? #fall25
I am planning to get my major in business administration because that keeps my options very broad, but I am having trouble deciding what to get my bachelors in.
How do I choose between becoming a NICU nurse, a pediatric nurse, or a pediatrician?
I’m interested in working with babies and children, but I’m not sure which career path is the best fit for me. I’m trying to decide between becoming a NICU nurse, a pediatric nurse, or going straight into becoming a pediatrician. I want to understand the differences in schooling, daily responsibilities, work environment, and lifestyle for each path. How can I figure out which one matches my strengths and long-term goals? Any advice or personal experience would be extremely helpful.
How do I know that the job I want is what I truly want to do with my life?
I am going into 9th grade next year and I am wanting to be an FBI Special Agent and then go into being an Intelligence Analyst. I have considered many jobs like marine biologist, pharmacologist, epidemiologist, veterinary epidemiologist, marine mammal veterinarian, and now I have found this. How do I know that this is what I truly want to do? I would rather not know what I am going to do rather than make the wrong choice. I love math, science, and problem solving(especially things that require logic. Out of those my favorites are math and problem solving. I have to have variety; I can't have an office job or a job where I work in a lab all day. I just need more ideas to research to really narrow down what I want to do.
How do I find out exactly what I want to do?
I know what I'm good at and what I enjoy, and I have a broad idea of what I could do. I just don't know where to go from there. (Coming from a current College Freshman)
Trying to find a career that I want to pursue?
How do you become a life coach or a coach? What are the procedure to become one and what challenges might I face in doing so? What do I do to get a career in coaching ?
What do I want to do with a psychology degree after graduation, and will the programs I choose prepare me for that specific career path? #fall25
When enrolling in college I want to make the right decision on what programs to take to better help my career path after graduation. #fall25
How do I prepare for a future career by going to college when I'm not sure what I want to major in/pursue?
I am a High School Senior preparing to go to college in fall of 2026, I'm fearful because college costs a lot of money and with no clear direction pathway I want to make sure it is a good step to take.
What does a typical day look like for a marine veterinarian, specifically marine mammal vet? #fall25
I am trying to decide if this is what I want to pursue, but before I start the long college journey, I wanted to get an idea of what I will be getting myself into. Also I would like to know the best skills and personalities that help a person succeed in this field. #fall25
What does a "typical" day look like for an FBI Special Agent?
I am trying to decide if this is the career I want to pursue. I would like a detailed response that kind of gives me an idea of if this is the right job for me. I would also like to get some input on the type of people that are good in this job.
How do I start a career without going back to college?
One where I can wear a skirt/dress and wear my hair covered. I do not wear pants of any kind and I don't wear jeans. It would be great if I didn't work with money or food. Working with and around food makes me sick. I tried it twice and it didn't work out both times. I get too nervous when it comes to handling money and I just end up messing things up. I tried and I just can't get over my nerves.
How do I know which of the two jobs I am considering is the best for me and my preferences?
I am going into 9th grade next year and I am stuck between being and FBI Special Agent because I love problem solving and physical activity or being a marine mammal field veterinarian because I love dolphins, otters, pinnipeds, and all other marine animals. I don't know how to determine which one I would have more satisfaction in.
Is going for accounting a safe decision?
I know my way around excel, and my cousin works as an accountant. He says its a good career path, but he's worried about offshoring. What do you guys think?
If I pursue a degree in landscape architecture, do you think the field has a promising future as technology becomes more advanced?#Fall25
Do you think environmental engineering would be a more beneficial pathway for me?
What is the best way to ensure I am getting quality work experience and job opportunities for my future career?
I am a senior in high school, and I plan to major in psychology in the fall of 2026. Bringing awareness to mental health has always been a personal passion of mine, and this is one of the many reasons I am pursuing psychology. In my future, I am looking to gain work experience in the psychology field while still attending college. This goal leads me to ask my question.
What is the best way for me to find a career I will maintain interest in, especially when my current interests fluctuate frequently? #Fall25
Hi! My name is Elizabeth, and I am currently a senior at Waverly-South Shore School in South Dakota. I am planning to major in political science at the University of South Dakota next year, but I often find myself questioning if that is really the right choice for me. With college expenses being so high, I really want to avoid frequently switching majors. I know I have long had interests in politics and law, but at the same time, I fear growing annoyed with those if I make a career out of it. Thank you!
How can you be confident in choosing your college major How do you know that you actually like what you’re doing and aren’t just lying to yourself?
My favorite subjects in school are Spanish and Journalism. If that helps.
What is the right career for me?
Hello! I am looking for advice regarding my current career path. I am a freshman at the University of Florida Online majoring in Communications, Sciences, and Disorders, with a focus on becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist. However, I do not know if I am making the right decision. I picked this career because I wanted to work with kids, I am good at analyzing and synthesizing information (like for diagnosing patients), and I knew I needed to get a college degree to secure my future in this current economy. The problem is, I hate college and I do not want to be stuck pursuing a degree I am not sure I even really want for the next five years. However, up until this point I have only taken General Education classes and I have not actually gotten into classes that actually have to do with my major (another point of frustration for me as I did dual enrollment for two years in high school and yet I am still paying for classes that have absolutely nothing to do with my major and I have no desire to take), so maybe my perspective will change when I finally get to those courses. I am looking for something that might take less time and can utilize some of the credits I've already earned, as well as my skills and interests. In addition to the things previously mentioned, I am working a part-time job that involves graphic design, and interior decorating, which I like doing. I am open to suggestions and advice! I would prefer a degree that is worth my time; that is, a career that makes decent pay.
How do you choose between multiple job offers after college graduation #Fall25?
I am currently a junior in university, and have secured 2 full-time job offers through past internships. I am also currently freelancing as an independent contractor with 2 other organizations, both of which expressed interest in having me continue beyond my time as a student. Once I graduate, how do I decide between which full-time/freelancing offers to take? What are the pros and cons of juggling multiple jobs/contracts? For some context, I mostly do nonprofit management work, so entry-level salaries are ~$65,000/yr and contract work is ~$25/hr for 10-15 hrs/wk.
How do I know what career I want to do if I don't have many career-based interests?
How do I know what career I want to do if I don't have many career-based interests? I'm a junior in high-school and I feel like I need to start thinking about what I want t odo in the future and what career I want to do. My interest mostly include playing sports, listening to music, and how people think. I've thought about psychology but I'm ot sure if that's waht I want as a job. I want to be an athlete but I know that's not guarenteed so I kind of need a backup. Where do I start???