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Are there any good websites that let you "search" degree types?
Maybe one that lets you select your interests and it generates possible degree types (majors or specializations) similar to it?
If this doesn't exist, careervillage should make a start-up! #college #science #college-major #graduate-school #interest #thesis
Should I work while being a college student?
Hello, I am a senior this year, and college is coming rapidly. I know money will be tight in college, but I also know I will be extremely busy going to class and studying. I am thinking I will likely get some kind of simple teenager-ish part-time job (fast-food, retail, etc.) while going to...
nanotechnology bachelors-careers in usa
i want to pursue nanotechnology bachelors in usa,i have 10thousand us dollars,how to approach this impossible dream ? #electrical-engineering #nanotechnology #electro-mechanical #automotive-electronics #nanotechnologist #nanofabrication #nanomaterials #nanotech
Are there any online resources that can aid me in deciding a career, or field or job?
I was wondering if there is any online help in deciding what to do in the future after studying, or to help decide what further studies I want to go into? #career #career-counseling #career-choice #career-path #job-search #career-paths #job-search-strategies #job-searching
Is taking a year out of university/college to gain a year of experience in industry really necessary?
Obviously gaining industry experience before graduating is great but how important would you rate it? Would it strongly differentiate between two potential candidates? How valued for a graduate job would it be? Even if the experience isn't completely relevant to the job. Are graduates looked...
How is it working as a female in a predominantly male environment?
Studying computer science, 95% of the students are male and it isn't rare to be talked down to by male students on the occasion. I was wondering how it is in the workplace if it is mainly a male environment? #computer-science #career #technology #job #graduate #female #workplace
How do you follow up with a recruiter?
I'm a sophomore in college, and I attended a career fair a few days ago. I talked to a lot of recruiters and many of them gave me their business cards so I could keep in touch in them or ask them any questions. I'm not sure how I would follow up with them, or what I should say, and I would love...
What are the benefits of getting an after degree?
Lately, I have been thinking about an after degree in education (hypothetically). How would this benefit me? Does an after degree expand my career options? #career #education #career-counseling #school #interviews #degree #after-college
What do International Marketing job description?
I am currently entering my sophomore year of college, and right now my major is International business but I want to specialize in International marketing. Currently I do not know what I want to market but I'm in-between the hotel industry and doing something in technology. #technology...
Why should you apply for an EOF program?
I will be attending college in less than 7 months and I just wanted to know why it is a good choice to apply for the Eductaional Opportunity Fund as an incoming freshman (especially from an impoverished environment such as Newark)? #college #financial-aid
How to ask someone to be a professional reference?
I have a temporary position (a summer job) that I'll have to leave when I go back to college in the fall. I feel like I've done a good job and would like future employers to my achievements here into consideration. How should I go about asking my manager or boss to be my reference? What about...
What would examples of good references to put in a job application?
I have never been employed and was wondering what would be good examples of references in my case? #jobs #job-search #first-job
What are some tips for finding a summer job?
What should college students do and not do if they're looking for something to support themselves over the summer? #college #graduates
How do you decide on a career you want to do but not really sure?
I am a senior in high school and im not really sure what career path to take
What is the most important thing to maintain in college?
I am asking this question because I do not want to mess up in college #college #college-major #college-admissions #college-bound #college-recruiting