Career questions tagged handsonexperience
If my strengths are helping people and acceptance what types of careers or industries might best fit me ?
What other strengths or experiences do i need for this career.
Do I need some type of degree to get hired to work with a Wedding Planning company? If so, which degree is most beneficial?
Hi! I am about to graduate from High School and become an intern with a few wedding planning companies, but I need guidance about whether or not I should continue college. I am the kind of person who needs structure but I'm not sure if I want that from college or elsewhere...please help. Thank you so much!
What is the best way to network with film professionals when I haven't been on a high level film set yet? #Spring26
I'm a film student looking to land internships and get field experience. I'm struggling with how to present myself when I haven't worked on big sets yet.
Internships?#Spring26What is the best way to get internships within the medical field if you are not trying to become a medical professional, such as a doctor or nurse (hospital operations specifically)?#Spring26
What is the best way to get internships within the medical field if you are not trying to become a medical professional, such as a doctor or nurse (hospital operations specifically)?#Spring26
How do I start getting professional experience in computer science while still in college? As a current freshman I want to hit the ground running to explore where in the field I find fulfillment! #Spring26
Any advice much appreciated :)
How can I gain hands-on experience across multiple areas in aviation maintenance, such as avionics and sheet metal, when workplaces tend to compartmentalize roles?
I currently have a job lined up at a local airport for when I graduate this October with my associate degree and A&P license. While working, I’ll also be continuing toward a bachelor’s degree online. I’ll be entering the field with limited experience—about a year as an assistant mechanic—and I want to explore different specialties and gain as much knowledge as possible before settling into the path that fits me best. The challenge is that my current job is very small, with only a few workers. I’m grateful for the opportunity and enjoy working with my coworkers, but the scope is limited. All of the work is on small fixed-wing aircraft, and they never handle larger repairs or composite type works. I’d like to expand beyond that and gain experience in other areas of aviation maintenance. I understand that it’s difficult to get exposure to everything, especially since many workplaces prioritize efficiency over well-rounded training. Still, I believe that building a broad foundation early on will help me better understand aircraft systems, troubleshoot more effectively, and ultimately choose the specialty that fits me best. Any advice on how to gain that kind of broad experience early in my career would be greatly appreciated!
What steps should I take during my first years of college as an upcoming mechanical engineer to stand out for internships and eventually land a career? #Spring25
I would especially love advice on what skills, experiences, or projects employers look for most. #Spring25
How can I be a successful and efficient interior designer?
What is the best way to look into internships that can lead to successful and fulfilling careers in interior design?
What are some good ways for students to gain real world experience before choosing a career?
I’m currently a student and still deciding what career path I want to follow. I’m interested in learning about internships, volunteering, clubs, or other opportunities that can help me gain experience and figure out what careers might be a good fit for me.
How can I build a portfolio in high school to get into Information Technology?
What skills do I need to practice? What platforms are the best to create one? How successful would I become If I master it? Is there any jobs I can get right after high school and if so, which ones? ( I would be graduating with an associate degree because of dual Enrollment.)
What are some of the best ways to get a mechanical engineering internship or co-op? #Fall25
Many people that I have talked to have stated that internships and co-ops have helped them to get work experience and get the positions they are in now, how do you go about getting those?
How do I obtain work experience that is relevant and useful for a mechanical engineering job?
I'm planning to get a degree in mechanical engineering but don't know how to get experience so I can find jobs after college
How might someone get into the automotive flied by studying engineering?
Hi, I am studying engineering, and I am interested in the automotive industry. I study mechanical engineering and am trying to find a way in.
How will I know if mechanical engineering is the right career for me and what opportunities come with mechanical engineering?
- 12th grade - Aspire to be an engineer - I want to get at least a bachelor's degree in engineering
As a college freshman, what can I do to prepare for any future internships related to rocketry and space?
I want to get an internship in the space industry so I can gain experience. But I feel as though I'm at a disadvantage because I'm just started college. Is there anything I can do now so that I have a better chance to get an offer in the future?
How does an engineer gain more experience with projects on their own and what do recruiters look for on your resume specifically?
I am currently a freshman in college just trying to get started looking for internships now, I go to the University of Miami, but I have no experience related to engineering besides classes that I'm taking.
What are realistic ways a high school student can get experience in a career they’re curious about?
Im a senior in high school and I'm interested in biology and anatomy.
What Can i do to prepare for Mechanical Engineering?
Im a high school Senior looking to attend college and get a degree in mechanical engineering. What can I do to prepare myself? What can i expect to see?
How can i make my resume more approachable to be considered to get a job as a forensic scientist?
Would it be a good idea to intern in a police station?
What should I be doing to give myself higher chances to get hired as a civil engineer after graduating from college?
I want to know what I could do right now and during college to prepare.
What is the best way to find an internship in research?
I'm interested in research. #pre-med #research