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How do I select which major is best for me?
Hi everyone! I'm currently a freshman at a community college with a general liberal arts major. I'm quite interested in both business/entrepreneurship and psychology. The only hesitation in pursuing one or the other is the job opportunities afterward. I'd like to move forward...
How directly does my chosen major impact my career options in the short term and long term?
For instance, if my major isn't aligned with my long-term career interest but rather a short-term necessity after graduating.
How do I get started in design?
Design is a career field I may want to try out. I'm still in 8th grade, so I can't get a part time job yet. How can I get started in design, on my weekends? I like to read design blogs, and I capture things I like on Pinterest. Are there any really good starter books I can read or sites I can...
What do you look for in a new hire?
Being an intern what can make me stand out from other interns? #finance
What are some tips to be successful working as a technologist in a clinical laboratory #Spring24?
I am receiving my Masters in Clinical Microbiology this summer and have no hands on experience in a clinical lab! I am looking for some advice to prepare me for my clinical rotations starting next month!
Theatre degrees?
What is a good alternative or a job that you can get with a theatre degree? Are there any well-paying jobs with a theatre degree, and can I do theatre for a living?
What are the different careers that a crime investigator would have?
Hello , My name is Danielle and I go to a school in central Harlem called Democracy Prep Charter School. I LOVE crime investigation shows , and that has made me really interested in criminal investigation and/or crime in general. I love crime and the deep thinking of solving a case, but I don't...
How stiff is the competition for college students leaving college with a degree in business management?
I am deciding colleges next year and am interested in business. I would not like to change my major when my college circles business. I would like to know if the major I am choosing will not be hard for me to make a career off of that. #college #business #career-path
what does it take to become a public relations manager?
I want to become a public relations manager but i'm not sure what that requires. #manager #public-relations
I'm interested in a career in information technology. Are there jobs in aviation you suggest I look into?
I'm starting to learn about IT in school and so far am really enjoying it. Can you tell me more about what jobs in IT for an airline or in aviation are like? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage. #aviation #airline-industry...
What are the requirements for a physicians assistant?
I am interested in working in the medical field. #physicians-assistant
Does a Private Detective/ Investigator have to take a chemistry course in college?
I am an 10th and I'm interested in being a Private Detective/ Investigator however chemistry is not a strong suit for me. #criminal-justice #private-detective #private-investigations
How much does having a degree from a less prestigious school hurt you if you are competing against top tier college graduates?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. I'm currently considering a state school vs. a higher-tier school for college, and I was wondering how much the reputation of a school helped you find a job afterwards. To employers: to you give preference to those...
What classes should I try and attend to in high school if I am intrested in Chemical Engineering?
I'm about to be a freshman in high school, and I have been thinking about what classes and electives I should take if I eventually want to be a Chemical Engineer or Environmental Engineer. Or what colleges I should eventually try and apply to if I want too pursue that career. Do you have and...
Best study habits?
Headed to college in Fall 2018. Any tips on staying focused and studying efficiently?
#studying
Does being a pediatric nurse give you more job security?
Currently in nursing school and contemplating pediatric care. #nursing
How do you become a Pilot for an Airline?
I want to become a pilot and I want the correct steps to becoming one.
Does empathy play a role in the work feild? emp
I am asking due to the fact the it is common that work conflicts can occur in any given situation no matter the job. Us as humans do not usually pay attention to the fact that our tone in voice or the structure of out sentences via email or verbally can have drastic impacts on our daily lives....
Know any good scholarship MATCH websites?
I was just on Cappex and there’s a lot but they’re really bad when filtering with all my info. Just spent 30 min removing Hawaiian scholarships. Únigo is supposed to be good. Anyone know any others?
#scholarships
What jobs are there for a history degree?
I love history but I don't want to be a teacher. Is there any other jobs that actually pay well if I have a history degree.
How do I know if going to college immediately after high school is the right choice for me?
I attend Lexington High School which is very academically stressful and competitive. I was one of the many students that pushed myself throughout my four years there and now it seems as though it is expected of me to continue doing so in college right away but I am afraid of becoming burnt out...
My math midterms marks were terrible(D+ or C-), I’m in my freshman year of high school, how much will it bring down my GPA?
It accounts for 4% of the total semester grade.
Is it bad if I am only considering colleges that have my sport in division 1?
I love my sport and it is a huge stress reliever for me, causing me to only consider schools with great teams. Usually people make sure their major has a great program at the school and THEN sports/hobbies, but I am doing it backwards. Is that okay as long as my college has my major too? #sport...
whats it like in your field?
im interested in these fields and i want to know if they are worth going to college or not. i am also wondering if these were your careers of choice
What requirements are needed in order to join the Airforce Academy and how is the day-to- day life as a college student there?
Hello, I'am interested in the field of mechanical engineer and I enjoy rollercoasters and being thousands of feet in the air. I'm looking for a college that provides military experience, such as the Airforce, and offers college education. #engineering #military #mechanical-engineer #air-force
Is getting scholarships hard?
I have applied for so many scholarships so far and I am scared I won't get any scholarships and have to pay a huge amount of debt. #scholarships #money
What is it like to be a surgeon?
I have wanted to become a surgeon since I was 6, how is it to save lives? DO you see new things everyday? #medicine #surgeon
What happens after I graduate college?
Once I graduate with a degree in Criminal Justice (concentration in crime scene investigation) what are my next steps? I either want to go into just crime scene investigation or if possible blood spatter analysis more specifically. What kind of training or other things must I accomplish once I...
Is it worth doing military programs to go to med school for free?
#medicine #doctor
What is the annual price of an Obstetrician?
I am asking this question because when I graduate from high school, I would love to have a high paying job, so I will be able to provide for my family. I have searched up this question but got numerous of responses, but would love to know from a professional.heal #medicine #health #obstetrician
What job opportunities are available for those that majored in Theatre?
I am a junior in High School and I was wondering if there were any job opportunities for a theatre major fresh out of college due to the possibility of acting not working out? #theatre #theater
Where do I start learning how to create a video game?
I have a basic understanding of what creating a video game is like, but I don't know where to start. I don't know how to code or program, I'm not exactly tech-savvy. I don't know where to start! I want to at least learn the basics of creating a video game before I go to college for it. Is there...
What is a district attorneys yearly salary ?
Future district attorney. #law #lawyer #government #future #district-attorney
What if you want to learn more than one major? What should you do?
Hi, my name is Carmela, I'm 15 and a sophomore in high school. I'm the type of person that is interested in a lot of activities. I want to know when i apply for college, if I can learn more than one major. #college #majors #college-majors
Do people find Vet opportunities near their home town or do you have to relocate
I'm potentially interested in veterinary medicine but unsure of the opportunities after college graduation and vet school. Do people often relocate for jobs or do you find enough opportunities near your home town vicinity? #veterinary #jobs
What jobs are open to psych majors?
I'm interested in my psych AP class, but not sure I want to be a psychiatrist or a therapist. I know people can get into any job, but i'm wondering what types of non-psych jobs tend to be good fits for psych majors? Any real world examples? #psychology #job-search
What is the best path to follow to become a film director?
I am interested in directing movies. I was wondering what the best path to follow was to become a film Director. Is it to go to film school or to begin working in the industry as a screen writer or another job in the film industry? #film #director
How many years do I need to go to college to be a medical assistant?
I go to Madison Park HS in Boston and have chosen the medical assistant vocation because I like to help people and I want to make money. #college #medicine #medical-assisting #medical-assistant
what is required to become an video game programmer
madison park student eleventh grade #video-games #video-game-design
How many math classes do you have to take for having a major in architecture?
#architecture
#architect
what are some minor studies that would enhance biomedical engineering major?
#engineering #biomedical-engineering
Looking for a job that will pay a 16 year old 4 figures need to support myself?
#money
#pleasehelp
#onmyown
#financial-planning
#jobs
What is the most important advise a future medical student should remember?
I am very interested in the medical field. Is there any advise you think will make or break my future career. #futureofmedicine
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