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What are some good colleges that offer journalism majors?
I am an English lover, but I also love writing about my experiences and places I have traveled. So, I have decided to consider majoring in journalism. Any suggestions? #journalism #college-majors
What major should someone who wants to be involved in politics pursue?
I am in the 10th grade and still deciding what I want to do for a career when I am older. I either want to be involved with politics or in the business world. I am just wondering what the most popular majors are for someone with a goal of becoming involved in politics and government. #politics...
What can i do in highschool in order to impress college?
#college #college-advice #readyness
Grad vs. Undergrad
What is the most important part to undergrad in order to be successful if going to grad school?
How can I utilize my campus career center to its full potential?
#campus # #career-development #July #July20
Is getting MBA post-grad worth it? Bentley University
I am currently a consulting intern at a Big 4 company and was wondering if getting my MBA degree soon after my Bachelors degree is worth it? I have spoken with so many successful professionals in the firm without one and do not see the ROI being so high. I am currently on an accelerated MBA at...
Is studying abroad is good choice for just anyone?
Hello, i'm a junior and I am not sure where I want to go after HS. I am still debating if college should be an option or not, and I would love to travel, see the world, make a difference. Thank you.
#travel #business #art #entrepreneurship #abroad
Do employers look at what college you went to when hiring?
Do certain colleges look better on resumes than others for nursing?
Help! I’m stuck between Med-School and Law, what do I go for?
I’m a freshman in high school, my GPA is 3.96 and straight A’s. I’m in a Medical Careers club and a Mock Trial club at my high school. This weekend I was in a Mock Trial as the defendant’s attorney in criminal proceedings(aggravated assault and battery charges for juvenile male, 17 tried as an...
How difficult is it to make a living being a graphic designer??
I'm interested in being a graphic designer and doing commissions and selling art, but I keep hearing how difficult and unrealistic it is. Is it really so difficult? Is it possible?
What the difference between media production and graphic design?
I'm a 10th grader, and I love to draw and paint. I know I want to work in a type of design medium but I don't know what. I want to work at BET or Empire. I also love music, and create album covers. I was thinking about graphic design but I'm unsure if they are the same thing. I want to work...
What type of careers offer many traveling oppurtunities?
Honestly, I do not know what I want to pursue when I am older which makes looking at schools harder since I don't even know what to major in. All I know is that I am passionate about traveling, If I had a job that allowed me to travel all over the globe that would be a dream. #travel #traveling...
What is the difference between electrical and computer engineering?
I am a senior in high school and I have applied to college as an undecided engineering major. I have found some interest in electrical engineering but the more I research electrical engineering the more I start to realize that computer engineering is pretty similar. I know that there are...
What skill sets should I have if I want to pursue business management?
I want to study business management, and I was curious to see if I have the skills needed to study it. In addition, if I have the skills for business management in the real world. #business #management
I spent most of my software engineering internship not programming. Will that hurt me in interviews for full-time roles?
I'm a CS major in college and I am about to finish up an internship in backend software engineering at a division of a very large tech company. Most of my time was spent reading code, reading documentation, learning to use internal tools, writing configs, writing test cases, minor bug fixes,...
What are some of the major topics covered during an average economics course in college?
I am asking this question because I have an interest in business/economics and wanted to know more about what was covered in a economics class. #money #money-management #bussiness #stock-market #macro-economics
How do I negotiate for the best terms on a software engineering offer when I don't have another offer to compare against?
Hello! I am a college senior with an offer from a decently large enterprise tech company to be a backend software engineer after graduation. I wish I had some sort of sign-on bonus or some relocation funds with my offer, because I'm not sure I can afford the first month of rent when I haven't...
What are some careers if I'm interested in medicine and technology?
I'm interested in medicine because I want to be able to help people, but I also think technology (like computers) is really fun. I'm wondering what careers use both, so that I can combine these interests. #medicine #computer #healthcare #technology #healthcare-technology
How do you go through with an informational interview?
I have seen advice on Linkedin that in order to land a job, we need to network with people from our desired company by doing an informational interview. What kinds of questions do I need to ask during it?
#interviews #interview-preparation #interview-questions
If you are queer and afraid of discrimination, is there a way you can find out ahead of time if a company is a safe place for you to work?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. One of my best friends is queer, and once had to quit their job because the environment was not very friendly towards them. How can you make sure that your workplace is LGBT+ friendly? #human-resources...
How difficult is it to minor in a subject that is not at all related to your major?
I am a senior looking to be a nutritionist/dietician but I still want to pursue musical theater as a minor.
What is the college life like?
I'm pretty nervous about college and to see if it's going to be really hard. # #help #college-advice
How do I become a photographer?
I know little to nothing about photography but want to begin to learn. #photography #photoshop #art #career
How do I make an impression at my future summer internship?
I’m a junior in college doing a software engineering internship in the upcoming summer. Someone advised me that I should make sure to get great references from this internship. What’s the best way to do that? Should I excel at work? Should I be more friendly? Is there some strategy or practice...
I don't know exactly what i want to do. At first i felt like i wanted to do something in law, that also may partain to psychology but then i wanted to maybe do something in politics.
I am a very pesistant person. I always push for what i want or need. I want the best for people and help the greater good. I do feel as though we need more morally right people in this world and i want to be that person. Any way I can if thats with doing law or politics or something else for...
I would like to know some tips for a person who wants to pursue a career in acting.
I recently grew upon a love for acting and I want to get to be a professional t.v. actress. #acting #actress
What does it mean to be a material science engineer?
I am a senior in high school and I have applied to college as an undecided engineering major. I read an article on material science engineering and I am very intrigued about this field of engineering. #engineering #college #material-science-engineering #undecided
How often do college students get to go back home?
I know there are breaks during semesters, but I've also heard there's "dead time" in between those breaks as well. I am going 4 hours away from my home and I have people that I want to see more often than on holidays. Do I just have to wait until breaks or will there be a time that I can go...
How can college students utilize their campus career center to its full potential?
Hi, I'm Caroline! I will be a senior in college and I am studying Accounting. #career-advice
What is better for joining the marines?
I am a high school sophomore and am looking forward to joining the Marines but i was wondering if members of the marines or a military personal could tell me whether it is better to join the marines straight out of high school or wait until after college? #college #military #marine
What skills does your job require?
I was wondering what day-to-day skills does your job require. Did you already acquire these skills before, or did you have to learn these skills? #jobs #skills
Best job to take during college to help pay for school?
Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. I've started thinking about paying for college, and I am (like most people my age), Very Worried. Are there certain jobs that are flexible enough to allow for a college student to go to class while still paying more...
What types of careers are available for someone who majors in psychology?
I would like to know because I don't want to enter a career and at the end find myself struggling to find a job. Thanks! #psychology #careers
What college would you recommend for criminal justice majors?
I am a sophomore in high school in Boston and I am interested in the criminal justice field, but I do not know the best colleges for this major. I would like to stay in the state of MA if possible. #criminal-justice #law-enforcement
What can I do with an environmental science degree?
I am so passionate about the environment, and believe climate change is the most important issue. But after studying the environment, how can I turn that into a job? #science #biology #job-search #environment #climate-change
How do you make a budget in college?
I find it really hard to make a budget. #saving #budget
How do I get top schools to really notice me when it comes to sports.
My name is Yazlynn. I am 15 and a sophomore in high school. I love sports/hobbies. I did dance for a few years then last year, I wanted to try something new so I did volleyball and thankfully made the team. Not many big schools come to watch us play here in Boston so it's kind of hard to get...
What is a gap year and is it for me?
I have heard that more and more students are taking gap year after high school and before their college studies. I know the general gist but what exactly is a gap year and why might I want or not want to take one? #college
what does it take to be certain in your carrer
im the type of person where at first im really into doing something i put my mind to but then as time goes on and tough challenges arise the feelings change and i can completely withdraw all the passion i once had for that something . #career #job #business
How do I choose my future career?
I have four possible career interests and I don't know how to decide. I would love to be a Physician Assistant, Early Childhood Teacher, Pediatric Nurse, or Special Education Teacher. I can't decide because they all seem great. #pediatric-nursing #physician-assistant #early-childhood-education...
Best advice for getting into a law school?
Hello! I posted a question earlier today about the best tips to become a lawyer and I have some follow up questions like what is the best path to take? Is it hard to get into a law school? And what should I do in my 4-year college to get ahead/have an advantage? Lastly what’s the best law...
what's so great about being a computer programmer?
can someone help me. #computer #help #computer-programming #computer-engineer
I would like to work with children, would being a PA or psychologist allow me to work with kids?
#working-with-children #psychology #physician-assistant
How much does it cost to be an actor?
Im a freshman and I am interested in being an actress. Before I jump to just wanting to act, I want to know how much money it will cost me.
As a student double-majoring in data science and marine biology, will I be able to combine both disciplines in a career?
I am a student in high school approaching college to double major in my two passions, Marnie biology and data science. Data science is a broad field and I am looking how I can pursue these passions through a job combining both disciplines. #high-school-students #choosing-a-major #technology...
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