Burr Ridge, Illinois

I am currently an accounting major and hate it. Business related classes like economics, finance, etc., are so boring to me but I chose this major for job security. I've been thinking about switching to a BA in Criminology but I'm worried about the job outlook since many do not earn a decent...

A person may have there reason on why they didn't perform well but it cannot fully determine a student eligibility for success.

I got accepted into an engineering program recently and was wondering what to focus on as I go through this pathway to earn my engineering degree.

Are there challenges in information or at times consequences of perusing certain stories that are best to be avoided?

I am a high school senior preparing to start college in the Fall of 2026. I am majoring in biomedical engineering, but I really enjoy participating in extracurricular activities. Thank you.

Hi! I am currently in my second year of undergraduate studies, pursuing a degree in architecture. I would like to take some time between my undergraduate and graduate studies to travel and seek an internship. However, I'm wondering how long is too long to wait before starting graduate school....

What advice would you give your past self starting Graduate School for the first time? I'm about to start my SLP master's program and would really appreciate some guiding advice or pointers!

I am from Elmhurst IL, and I have been playing piano for 10 years now. I plan on attending Northwestern University next year.

I'm an incoming college freshman planning on majoring in accounting, and I was wondering what information or sources are used to prepare for interviews for internships or work?

I am a senior in High School Committed to Marquette University for nursing. I have taken 5 AP's over the course of my high school career and received a medical internship that introduced me to the medical field. I really enjoy my medical classes and love studying for them. However, I do...

I’m 25 currently finishing up my first year of college. The first time I went to college right after high school I wasn’t mentally prepared, but this time around I’m in a better mental space but I have more responsibilities.

What would I put on my resume as a 10th grader who's interested in sports.

What would I put as my resume as a 10th grader, who's interested in business management.

What can I put on my resume as a 10th grader if I want to be a soccer player?

I take honors chemistry, and I have experience with cats and dogs. I have a passion for helping animals in need. I try my best to learn more about the anatomy of dogs and cats.

How can I build my resume as a 10th grader who is interested in Midwifery or Nursing? I am currently enrolled in a summer program to obtain a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certificate.

How can I build my resume as a 10th grader interested in becoming an professional actor

I don't have any field experience yet

How do I build a resume as a 10th grader who is interested in Software Engineering? I have mostly A's with a 3.55 GPA. I am looking for a summer job or paid internship in Software Development or Coding.

What would a 10th grader put on her resume as of her interest in the military after highschool?

How to do a resume as a high schooler trying to get a job

I am in 10th grade and after high school I want to go to an trade school to become an traveling chef. I want to know the salary range, benefits, and any advice on becoming an upcoming traveling chef in the future.

I have a lot of passions and don't know how to turn them into a career or hobby.

college freshman

I am a junior in my 2nd semester of high school. I took a course load of 5 APs and over the summer my mother was diagnosed with cancer. I’ve had a hard time managing my life and honestly am very mentally overwhelmed. I have taken AP Physics C and second semester I am on track for a D or F with...

I am an International student who has recently moved from a different country and don't know if there is a specific format to answer short-essay questions in summer programs. Is there a specific technique that recruiters look for when they look over short-essay questions?

I am leaning toward taking it all four years and reaching either Spanish 4 or AP Spanish because when I become a doctor, it would be useful for me to communicate with my patients. On the other hand, if I dropped Spanish after my sophomore year, which would mean I would stop either Spanish 2-3,...

I know that I want to do this project in neuroscience. I would love to one day enter the Regeron STS. I recently started studying on my own about the brain, but there are so many things I need to learn and understand, so a mentor or internship where I will learn and perform lab experiments with...

How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?

Hi! I want to start a non profit which gives support to teen though online a platform like connecting them to other teen for help or like counselor at 0 cost. I actually experience and struggle with finding help with my depression as a teens and I wanted to start this non-profit to help those...

Hi! I'm currently a sophomore and 15 years old. I want to start cold emailing for research opportunities, but I'm not sure where to begin. Should I email a professor or a graduate student and ask if they know of any professors who have openings? I saw someone recommend that approach. Do you...

Im from Gairfield Ridge, speak both English and Spanish

- Senior
- Carmel Catholic High School
- Sports Management
- Football & Tennis

As an incoming freshman, enrolling in university next year, after deciding your major, how many times did you rethink and say to yourself, "is this truly what I want to do for the rest of my life?"

I'm currently a high school senior prepping to enter college, pursuing a degree in developmental psychology. I've always loved helping people and would love to learn more about this field!

#fall25

I am currently a Senior at York Community High School in Elmhurst IL, I am interested in possibly going into healthcare but also business but am trying to figure out how I can integrate the two together, I want to make sure that the major I choose is something that I will enjoy for the rest of...

looking for advice on brands of tools to use/avoid, dealerships that are good/bad, job positions, the do's and the dont's basically.

I feel like everyone either chooses a major based on thier skills or their passion in that field. However as someone who hasnt really figured out what they want to do in life how did you guys know what you wanted to do with your degree and still be happy?

Ive always struggled with answering what exactly i want to do with my future. I dont really have a set goal in mind with what i wanna do i just know that it has something to do with Arts. I also have a great passion writing and journalism which is a career im thinking of exploring too.

I am a sophomore in Purdue University studying Computer Engineering. I enjoy programming, creating circuits, and learning new things.

I'm 17 and a high school senior. I hate being asked what my goals are and where I see myself in the future because I rarely ever think deeply about it. So, it's a real problem when I want to do something like apply for a scholarship and have to write an essay about it. Am I supposed to know...

With the use of a.i. progressing at a rapid rate, how do you think the fashion industry will be affected?

I'm currently a senior in high school, and have intentions to major in mechanical engineering (BS). What are some internship or study abroad programs that I can take summer of 2026 before I start college that would help boost my skills, experience hands-on research and/or projects, and learn in...

Highschool, Going to college

internships, opportunities,

As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?

I’m still figuring out what I want to do with my psychology degree. I was thinking school counselor or something along helping children with their mental health.

I want to be able to use my love for fashion to help brands build their market and sell the clothing.

Hi Im a high school senior and i was wondering the steps i need to take to become a occupational therapist.

I'm a sophomore in high school and I'm trying to look at all of my options. I want to know if there's a difference in the schooling. If I take the Dental Hygienist course, would I be able to take a year or two of college more, or is it a whole different thing? Any answers would be much appreciated.

What can I do to enter a role accounting with BBA in Management degree, graduated in 23 but never really enter corporate except accounting internship in 2022 because of having to help my parents. I have a whole different of kind of experience which doesn't even related to what I want to do. I...