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Eric Packer

Structural engineer
Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Boise, Idaho
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Andrew Apr 29 1134 views

Should I attend Northeastern University or a cheaper state school?

For context, my parents are insistent that I go to Northeastern University, as they're obsessed with acceptance rates. It's 34,000 without federal loans, which is quite outrageous as we are broke. They're insistent that they are able to afford it yet even if were not, I'd rather not spend that...

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Charly Apr 27 589 views

How can I get a research opportunity or internship with a professor or company as a high school student?

Hi, I am an high school junior interested in conducting a research or interning in the engineering field this summer, but I’m not sure where to start or how to go about it. I contacted a lot of engineering firms around me and most of them either don’t do internships or don’t have any...

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Movindee Apr 27 794 views

How do I improve my communication skills to become a confident and a successful engineer in the field of construction?

Hi I'm a final year civil engineering student at University of Technology Sydney. I'm a fee paying international student who's first language is not English. However I speak very good english since I had the exposure to it. How do I improve my communication skills to become a confident and a...

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Naziyat Dec 18, 2023 1367 views

What should I learn and do if I want to be an Architect?

My father is an mechanic engineer. He encourages be to be an architect. But the main thing is that I like architecture a lot and I am practicing sketch, buildings and perspective. I want to know the things I should learn about architecture and which will help me in the future.

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Ilknur Dec 11, 2023 2053 views

How do I become a good candidate for internships without prior experience?

I am a sophomore in a liberal arts college, and I want to know how I can get internships and become a strong candidate. I want to go into consulting, but it scares me because of how competitive it is. What kind of traits should I have?

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Aaron Oct 19, 2023 436 views

What do construction managers do?

what do they do.

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Kennedi Aug 27, 2023 917 views

What is the most commonly asked question during an interview ?

I want to go into architecture and I want to know what requirements I should have done in order to get the job

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Naziyat May 03, 2023 1029 views

Which subjects do I have to start reading with more importance to become a good Engineer?

I will like to have Engineer as my career. So I want to start preparing my self. For that I need some advice in which subject do I need to study more.

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Fiona Apr 27, 2023 3024 views

How do I make a good impression in an interview?

How do I make a good impression in an interview when I have minimal work experience? I have a very limited resume but I am going to have to enter the job force soon. Alternatively, where can I go that will require minimal experience? on what to include.
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Lucion Apr 18, 2023 519 views

What are some hardships of being an Architect?

Every job has its downsides, tell me about some of them!

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Abdoulaye Apr 18, 2023 391 views

Can you provide me with insights on the most suitable internships and networking strategies that can give me a competitive edge in the field of engineering?

As a passionate senior in college, pursuing a major in Mechanical Engineering, I am eager to explore internship opportunities and establish valuable connections that can help me build a strong and impressive resume.

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Noah Apr 11, 2023 674 views

What's the most valuable lesson after you graduate college?

this could be in a more general sense, but I just want any answer, this could be more in a philosophical way.

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CareerVillage Office Hours Mar 30, 2023 567 views

What is the process for international students looking to work in the United States?

This is part of our professionals series, where we ask professionals what they think students should know

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CareerVillage Office Hours Mar 22, 2023 463 views

What are alternatives to taking out student loans for college?

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Fredy Edilson Mar 21, 2023 459 views

Questions about Automotive Service Technicians & Mechanics?

1 What does a typical day look like for a mechanic? 2 As a mechanic, in what circumstances will I need to provide my own tools and when will the dealership provide me with the tools? 3 If I get hurt working as a mechanic, who would I need to contact and what is the procedure I would need to...