Career questions tagged handsonlearning
If my strengths are being creative and hobbies are making things what type of careers or industries might best fit me?
What other strengths or experiences might I need for the suggested careers?
How do I do harmless chemistry expiriments at home?
I like to learn more about chemistry and i want to make some at home so just materials and guid lines in how to do them at home.
As a future civil engineering student, what things should i prioritize or focus on the most in college (Grades, Internships, hands on projects) in order to be successful in the future after graduating? Which would have the longest term impact on careers and what did you wish you focused on more in school?
I am a high school senior and I want to study and go into civil engineering, I know there are a lot of specialties in the field so I'm excited to learn more about them. I've shadowed a civil engineer which helped me understand the job more and made me more curious about the projects they work on.
What experiences, skills, and decisions had the biggest impact on helping you reach your current role as a mechanical engineer, and how could someone with my background best follow a similar path I’m a high school senior planning to study mechanical engineering, and I’ve explored a mix of hands-on and creative interests—band, CAD design, 3D printing, and running a small woodworking business making charcuterie boards. I enjoy learning across different areas and asking questions to really understand how things work. Why do you think certain experiences like internships, personal projects, or specific classes matter more than others, and how should I prioritize my time during college to build the strongest foundation for a successful career??
What experiences, skills, and decisions had the biggest impact on helping you reach your current role as a mechanical engineer, and how could someone with my background best follow a similar path? I’m a high school senior planning to study mechanical engineering, and I’ve explored a mix of hands-on and creative interests—band, CAD design, 3D printing, and running a small woodworking business making charcuterie boards. I enjoy learning across different areas and asking questions to really understand how things work. Why do you think certain experiences like internships, personal projects, or specific classes matter more than others, and how should I prioritize my time during college to build the strongest foundation for a successful career?
Is the ACE Mentorship Program good for Architecture? Are there any programs similar in Florida that are less of a time commitment?
Hello! My name is Sanvhi and I am a rising junior in high school the is interested in pursuing architecture in college. I have done online courses on platforms such as edX, but was hoping to have more real-life practice and experience in making plans, constructing models, etc. My only issue in participating in the ACE program in Central Florida is the time commitment, as I have practice afterschool most days. Has any student or mentor know what the schedule normally looks like, and if it possible to hold meetings on weekends? Also how good it is for architecture? Thank you!
What matters more? Education or experience?
I am currently a high school senior and plan to go into college to become a physical therapist, this question lingered on my mind if the experience in the field matters more than the education you learn in the classroom. Essentially I am wanting to see if hands-on and physically learning about physical therapy is better than learning from the books.
What type of hands-on project project experiences should I seek during my undergraduate studies to become a standout candidate for roles in the Agri-food technology sector?
I am currently a year two student of Biosystems Engineering who has undergone training on different modules associated with the engineering field such as welding and fabrication, farm power, engineering survey ,construction, during our recess term at school .Before completion of the course ,we are to carry out industrial training as well .We cover quite a number of things but i would love to focus more on the agricultural sector .In my free time i love to sing and also enjoy travelling as much
How did you gain experience throughout college, clubs; internships; research, in order to have skills and helpful experience for internships and jobs?
I am a first-year in college looking to develop the necessary skills to prepare for internships in the clinical research and pharmaceutical industry. #Spring26
What are some more do's and don't's when signing or learning American Sign Language?
I am a senior and soon to be freshman in Bloomsburg University majoring in ASL interpretation and English translation. What are some do's and don't's when signing a conversation or learning ASL. I've taken two classes of ASL in 9th and 10th grade. I've also did a few courses from a online school called "Oklahoma School of the deaf". Please let me know what I can improve on for majoring in ASL.
What are the internship Opportunities for Electrical Engineering Technology Students that will prepare me for the demands of a job after graduation?
I am about to start college in the fall at Purdue, and I am wondering what the options are and the opportunities I can gain from being at a different Engineering firm than my last internship during Highschool. #Spring26
What are some of the best ways to get into the film industry and become a production manager ? #Spring26
This would be my ultimate career goal I don't have a BA or a BFA yet so I know it can be harder to get a job like this without it but I was wondering if there were anyways that could be suggested,
Best free hands on experience in cyber security ?
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What is a good Career path for me ?
I am looking for a career path. I am in grade 11 and was going to be a child life specialist but I'd prefer to work in a smaller clinic rather than a huge city hospital as well as not go to school for 6 years lol. I am looking for all the jobs that could be in a small clinical setting that work strictly with children 3 years of school or less. Aside from that just jobs that work with kids maybe not in a clinical setting that are 3 years or less of school. Thanks!!
What skills can I begin to practice before I get into my first year of electrical engineering?
Additionally, what tools can I familiarise myself with, including study material and tricks s'il vous plaît?
Do you prefer a certificate or an Associates degree for plumbing?
I'm a senior in high school still deciding if i should be a plumber or a diesel mechanic.
What tips do you have for and new apprentice?
High school senior.
How important is it to job-shadow a physical therapist?
I want to pursue physical therapy and have done a few job shadows. I am just not sure if these are worth my time or not.
What are things you wish you new before you started as an electrician ?
Im a high school senior.
What tools should I get as an apprentice for an electrician?
Im a high school senior and about to graduate in 3 months.
What classes should I take in high school to become an electrician?
I don't really think my school offers anything directly relating to electrical work, but are there any classes that would help me regardless?
What are some good programs in Minnesota to become an electrician?
What are some good programs in Minnesota to become an electrician? Also, what steps would I have to take to attend a program?
I need to know if I'm learning to code or not??
I'm currently doing a data analyst bootcamp and I don't know if I'm absorbing and learning how to clean and preprocess datasets, please tell me if all I have to do is practice until I feel like it came to me?
Why is being a mechanic a good career choice?
What are the benefits of this job? I've been thinking about learning about cars, and I think I'm going to do it. My school is offering a free program that will teach us how to do a full inspection, and I think it's an awesome start
How many more years would I have to do to become an electrician?
I would to prepare myself for the years to come.
How much do I have to pay to become an electrician?
I would like to know how much school would be to become who I wanna be
How can I determine what is the best kind of Engineering for me?
I know I have to go to college and get a Bachelor's degree and obtain my PE license, but I'm just not sure entirely of which specific Engineering degree I really want to pursue. I am stuck between a few kinds such as Civil, Electrical, Architectural, and Constructional. I love to work outside and to use my hands and to think.
Hi, I am a student from crane middle school and here is me trying to get help to be a robotic engineer.
Lately I’ve just been fixing random stuff like computers and electronics whenever they break.am very interested in engineering because I love building things with Legos. I enjoy designing robots, but sometimes another project I work on doesn't really come out as good as I hoped. When a robot doesn't work the first time, I have to look at the parts again and figure out which piece is causing the problem so I can fix it. This process helps me understand how the AI and the mechanics work together. I want to learn how to make my designs more reliable and professional. What skills should I practice now to get better at designing robots that actually work the first time?
What is the hardest part of being an Engineer.?
Hello, I am a 7th grade student at Crane Middle School, I was wondering what is the hardest about being Engineer. I was also wondering what a normal day would look like and if different types of engineers would need more or less education. Ever since I was little I always loved to make things out of empty can and old cardboard. I have always been interested in engineering and construction, I also love to learn how machines work like lawn mowers and weed wackers.
What classes for a car mechanic ?
what are some classes if i am interested in learning more about cars and maybe trying to be a mechanic?
How do I get started with Robotics?
I am very passionate about it, but I have no clear path ahead of me except creating a few basic bots like a Line Follower Robot or an Obstacle Avoiding bot. Any tips? Also, I'm a 2nd Year Electronics Engineering student for context.