Berryville, Virginia
What is the best way to get experience in the medical field?
I have a medical assistant certificate, but I haven't been able to gain experience with it. I want to gain experience while continuing my studies. #Fall25
What skills are necessary for nursing school and whats the best advice you could give when applying to nursing school and to get through it??
I'm in my first year of college and apply for nursing school in 2 months as VCU has a 3 year nursing program.
How can I become the teacher students need in todays world?
Restarting school in the Spring with the goal to become an elementary school special ed teacher. Currently working as a paraprofessional assisting students on the spectrum and with learning disabilities.
How hard is aerospace engineering relative to other engineering subjects?
How hard is aerospace engineering relative to other engineering subjects? Is it suggested to minor in something like mechanical engineering and then switch into the major before deciding upon such a difficult major? #Fall25
Where can I find non-need-based scholarships to fund out-of-state tuition?
Some things about me: - My family's income is too high to qualify for need-based aid - I really want to go to a university out of state - I'm female - I'm white - I plan to go into biochemistry and research - I have a 4.0 unweighted / 4.45 weighted GPA - 1520 SAT and 36 ACT - I'm captain of my...
What is the best college that offers a Japanese major? #Fall25
I want to go to school for Japanese, and I have toured one school so far. I plan on looking at a few more schools, but I want to find a great school that has an exceptional Japanese program, so that I am making sure that I get the best education. I want to take language learning very seriously,...
What is the best way to stay out of debt during college without taking out a student loan ?
I am a High School senior and am hoping to get a degree in Business Administration and then take 2 years of religious studies. I do not want to have debt for the rest of my life, and college is expensive, especially if I am doing it for 5 years. I have taken about a year of dual enrollment,...
What are the chances of building a decent career in Marine Biology with just a bachelor's degree? Do I need to earn a master's to even find a quality job in that field?
I am a high school senior. I plan to major in marine biology and minor in studio art. I have heard that it can be difficult to enter the field of marine biology without a master's degree, but I would like to seek an expert's advice.
How can I tell if a scholarship is worth the time or if a scholarship is suspicious? ?
Hi! I only started to look through scholarships recently, but I've been having a hard time telling which scholarship will help me the most. I already know that there are websites such as Fastweb or Scholarshop360 that can help me find them, however many of the scholarships are "no-essay" based...
How to find an internship program in my field of study? #Fall25
I am looking for advise on how to find an internship program in Civil engineering, Architecture, or Aerospace Engineering. I am having a hard time finding anything online and I do not know anyone in this field to guide me. #Fall25
How can I find an internship or even a part-time entry level position in Civil engineering or Architecture and Aerospace Engineering, which is what I plan to study in college?
I am a senior in high school and plan on Studying Civil Engineering and/or Architecture.
What are low cost or free CNA courses in Maryland that a 16 year old can attend while still in highschool?
Hello I am a 16 year old, soon to be 17 year old in Maryland. I am looking to become a CNA before I graduate high school, are there any cheap or low cost CNA programs that I can attend while also still being a high school student? Online, or in person work. I´d like to get a jump start in my...
How can a high schooler get clinical experience ?
How should I contacting doctors/clinics I'm unfamiliar with for a shadowing opportunity, volunteering, etc. Are there any other ways I can get experience? Hospitals and clinics in my area don't usually allow high school shadowing, volunteering at hospitals is also hard to get because of the...
I'm a rising junior that is interested in accounting but I'm unsure what are the possible career paths for me. ?
What can I do in the upcoming year and even now to help me? What are the possible career paths for me?
What can I do this summer (summer before senior year) to improve my college applications?
Hello! This summer will be my last summer in high school. This fall, I'll be applying to colleges. I was wondering what things I could do this summer to improve my applications. I'm signing up to volunteer at my local hospital however, I found out it's lottery-based, not skill-based, so I am...
What are some recommend hard skills to add to your resume for internships?
I'm a second year student in college and currently looking for internships within the fashion industry. I was wondering if any professionals could give me some insight on skills I should learn that would make me a better candidate for internships. I would appreciate anyone who does business,...
Have you ever had a moment where you thought, ‘This is exactly why I became a nurse’? #Spring25
I want to hear any story! Good, bad, weird, funny. I personally want to become a nurse after taking care of my mother who passed away because of metastatic cancer. Being her "mini nurse" made me realize how much of a difference I could make. Although she was my favorite patient, there were...
When is the ideal time to be looking for scholarships for the next year in college??
I am an incoming freshman who's worried about being able to pay pass my first year of college and I was wonder when I should start looking for more scholarships.
What volunteer/intern STEM opportunities are there for high schoolers??
Hi! I'm a rising junior who's looking into studying a STEM major, most likely biology or biochemistry. Are there any resources to find volunteer or internship opportunities that are local to me? For college, do I need to volunteer in a STEM field, or would a local hospital or library be...
How do I work through the stress of finishing the college acceptance process?
I have already been accepted, I just have a checklist to complete with a million things while also trying to finish high school.
Is the University of Pittsburgh law school a good law school?
If I want to go into law school after undergrad, is doing the 3+3 program worth the time and money?
How hard is it to start your own business and what are the first steps of starting a business ?
I'm a senior is high school looking to go into college for auto repair and business management in order to one day in the future open my own Restoration shop.
How can I as a homeschooled student build up my college application?
I’m a homeschooler who will be attending community college to be able to save up money before being able to go to a four year university and I aim to get my masters degree. So how can I build up my application and resume?
How can I start work as a self-employed illustrator Are there any internships that could help build my portfolio??
I’m a skilled artist and plan to major in Biology. Medical illustration seems like a good career path for me, but I’m not sure how I would get started.
Hi, I’m a first-generation college student from a small town, studying computer science at a community college. Growing up, I saw how limited access to technology impacted my community, especially for small businesses and students. I’m passionate about using tech to create solutions that uplift underserved areas, but I’m unsure how to get started while juggling school and part-time work. I want to make a meaningful impact but also need guidance on managing stress and building a career path that aligns with my values? #spring25
Hi, I’m a first-generation college student from a small town, studying computer science at a community college. Growing up, I saw how limited access to technology impacted my community, especially for small businesses and students. I’m passionate about using tech to create solutions that uplift...
As someone interested in technology, what are the most impactful skills or experiences I should prioritize in college to prepare for a career that makes a difference in my community How can I balance building these skills with maintaining my personal well-being?
Hi, I’m a first-generation college student from a small town, studying computer science at a community college. Growing up, I saw how limited access to technology impacted my community, especially for small businesses and students. I’m passionate about using tech to create solutions that uplift...
how do I find a local internship?
How easy is it to find a local architecture internship? I am a freshman transferring from community college and im looking for something online and part time.
My dream is to become a Pediatric travel nurse, if during my journey I realize this isn't the unit I want to work in what is the process of switching units?
I am a senior in High School, I've always had an interest on working with kids especially in the medical field.
How can I better prepare myself for layoffs?
I have seen many workers get laid off and internship offers rescinded due to current US politics. I want to know how to prepare myself for those stressful and critical situations. Are there any resources we can go to for help or support systems we can depend on for these situations?
What skills have been most beneficial to have in the law field and how can I acquire those skills while I am young to develop them over my time in high school. What jobs/ internships should I take to be better at my future job in the law field? Are there any specific skills/ jobs you wish you had completed before college?
I am a in 9th grade and am looking for after school and summer jobs and would like to get jobs that would aid my future career.
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