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Karina Dec 18, 2025 865 views

What are some good ways for students to gain real world experience before choosing a career?

I’m currently a student and still deciding what career path I want to follow. I’m interested in learning about internships, volunteering, clubs, or other opportunities that can help me gain experience and figure out what careers might be a good fit for me.

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Karina Dec 18, 2025 1561 views

What skills do employers value most when hiring for jobs or internships?

I’m a student exploring different career options and want to be better prepared for future jobs or internships. I’d like to know which skills employers look for most so I can start developing them now through school, activities, or part-time work.

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Yan Fang Dec 18, 2025 1061 views

What's an important lesson you learn after beginning to work?

Lessons that aren't related to "I should've done better in school", something more deep.

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Ciel Dec 18, 2025 523 views

What should I know or be prepared for, when going into the gaming/computer science industry?

Bullet points would be preferred!

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Karina Dec 18, 2025 1715 views

How can I start building skills now that will help prepare me for the career I’m interested in?

I am a high school student who is starting to think about future careers. I’m still exploring different options and want to know what skills I should focus on building now, both in school and outside of school. I’m especially interested in improving my communication, life, and interview skills...

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CareerVillage Office Hours Dec 16, 2025 1938 views

What scholarship or learning opportunities are available for international accounting students pursuing a CPA without a U.S. visa?

I am currently pursuing Chartered Accountancy (CA) in Pakistan and hope to pursue the CPA in the future. At this time, I do not have a passport or US visa, so I am looking for scholarships or learning opportunities that are open to international students and do not require travel to the United...

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Vivi Dec 16, 2025 951 views

what are ways to show your passion for software engineering

what are some projects or even internships that I could do during high school to get my college application better?

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Bao Dec 16, 2025 794 views

Is there a certain job that has a computer as a job?

I would want to know how to work with the computer so I help my parents

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Rehan Dec 16, 2025 1082 views

What university is best for English majors and where should I get my teaching credential from?

I'm a senior in high school wanting answers....

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Jason Dec 16, 2025 1946 views

Is working as a business hard?

A typical day in business usually includes checking emails, going to meetings, working on reports, solving problems, and helping the company run well. People often work with others and make decisions, then finish the day by planning for tomorrow.

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Jason Dec 16, 2025 523 views

What does a typical day look like for someone working as a business?

What does a typical day look like for someone working as a business

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ZHUONENG Dec 16, 2025 626 views

What is something you could do to make progress toward your career goals if you had just 30 minutes?

If I had just 30 minutes, I could research one career I’m interested in and learn what skills or education it requires. I could also watch a short video or read an article from CareerVillage to understand what people in that job do every day. This would help me be more clear about my career...

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Alyan Dec 16, 2025 665 views

What high school courses are recommended for stem related majors? ?

Tips for a high school junior

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Alyan Dec 16, 2025 467 views

What are some sest stem related majors ?

Tips for a high school junior.

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Alyan Dec 16, 2025 855 views

what is the difficulty of each top stem-related majors ?

tips for a high school junior

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Jesus Dec 16, 2025 2278 views

How do you find out what you want to major in at college?

I'm in a dilemma. I think I want to go into a STEM major, but I'm still undecided. I really love ECON and FINANCES. Science is something I really enjoy doing it seems pretty interesting to me.

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Jesus Dec 16, 2025 998 views

How can I submit the best possible recommendation letters to colleges like UC Berkeley?

I have just received an email from UC Berkeley asking me for some recommendation letters. I'm not quite sure who to ask for those. I asked my internship supervisor, and she'll write me one. For the second one, I had this tecaher i had a good relationship with, but she retired and just has a...

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Jesus Dec 16, 2025 790 views

Where can I find schoolarships ?

My parents don't have enough money for me to go to college. I'm planning to work while in college and I know it will be tough to do since I have to study, get enough sleep, go to classes, and WORK. I don't know what type or how to apply to any of them

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Emanuel Dec 13, 2025 841 views

How do I get a job at 14

I am a C student in school I work in lawn care during the weekend I am very hard working and get work done no matter what very respectful to clients and customers

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Laura Dec 10, 2025 1653 views

Advice on J-1 to F-1 Change of Status, Community College Choices, and My Education Plan?

Hi everyone! My name is Laura, and I’m currently in the United States on a J-1 visa through a cultural exchange program. My goal is to start studying in a community college and eventually pursue a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering. I am planning to apply for a Change of Status from...

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Akenya Dec 10, 2025 369 views

How do I secure grants for my business?

How do I secure grants for my business?

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Quinn Dec 09, 2025 1145 views

Which CNA Course Should I Choose If I Want to Become a Nurse Later?

Which CNA Course Should I Choose If I Want to Become a Nurse Later?

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Jayden Dec 08, 2025 1214 views

What is the best business career path for me?

I am planning on majoring in business related field. Do well in school and my favorite class is math. One hobby I have is playing baseball.

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Mabel Dec 07, 2025 1192 views

What are some good colleges for someone looking to go into game development?

I am interested in game development and looking for specific colleges, ideally but not nessesarilly on the west coast, and ideally nowhere that regularrly goes above 85 degrees farenhight, even in the summer. a college located in a city would be best, as that is what i'm used to.

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Alyssa Dec 03, 2025 630 views

Do community colleges in San Jose have badminton teams??

I am Varsity in my badminton team and I'm in two badminton clubs.

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Alyssa Dec 03, 2025 1324 views

After Trump declared nursing as not a professional career, what will that affect? Will it only affect the materials provided to hospitals or will it also affect the amount of jobs?

I want to be a nurse to also help financially support my family

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Alyssa Dec 03, 2025 736 views

How much does a new grad nurse make?

Hello, I am a Senior in high school. I am heading to college. I am interested in becoming a nurse, so I can help individuals even when it's not acknowledged. I like to play badminton, hangout with friends, and eat good food.

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Nathaniel Dec 01, 2025 1749 views

How do I go into college with a positive mindset even though I know the career path I am choosing might not work out for me? How can I cope with knowing that I might need to shift gears at some point in the future? #fall25

I plan to go to school for my passion- theatre. How can I cope with the knowledge that it might not go according to plan?

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Sandra Dec 01, 2025 971 views

What skills are the most valuable in order to become a Crime Scene Investigator?

I am a 17 year old Senior In High School and with graduation right around the corner It is now the time to focus on my career. I know I want to go into the field of Law Enforcement however I do not want to have to go through the police academy. I've taken college courses and classes that focus...

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Adrian Dec 01, 2025 265 views

How can I find a part time HVAC job while attending a college trade school??

I am attending my first year in trade school for HVAC (Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system). Visual learning is not my strongest suit, I learn a lot more efficient and better at understanding information hands on! I'd like to learn more hands-on part time while I am attending...

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Annel Dec 01, 2025 1334 views

How will I know what is the right career and major to pursue #Fall25?

I am a junior in high school and I have so many interests and hobbies. So many things excite me and because of love for the media and movies I see many interesting careers and fields that I think are cool, but i'm not sure which ones are for me. Or which ones I am passionate about. So before I...

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Yanes Nov 30, 2025 239 views

Why do Colleges often ask questions of something personal of your life? When often they will most likely expect similar answers.

Many people often go through the same struggle. It may not mean anything to these college boards but it is what they are struggling with and found the most hard thing of their life.

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Armen Nov 30, 2025 1103 views

How can I get experience at a law firm while I’m studying in college?

I’m currently a college student interested in pursuing a career in law. I want to start gaining real experience in the legal field while I’m still in school, but I’m not sure where to begin. I don’t have formal experience yet, but I’m motivated to learn how law firms operate and what types of...

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Kimberly Nov 30, 2025 547 views

How do I become successful going to school and getting a career?

I'm currently a High School senior in the Middle College program, and I'm wondering how I can succeed in university (majoring in Psychology) and become a licensed marriage and Family therapist or a psychologist? I was wondering how I can manage my time at school, studying, working, while...

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Ariana Nov 30, 2025 159 views

What have you done in college to help you get started on making progress for your future career?

One thing I really regret about the college process as a high school senior is the fact that I started it so late this last summer. Although I found my way around with help and effort, it would have been helpful to know certain tips earlier. That’s why I am planning to be on top of things...

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Calie Nov 30, 2025 581 views

What is the best degree to pursue if I want to be an athletic trainer?

I have played sports my whole life and I want sports to continue to be in my life after college. Therefore leading to my wanting to be an athletic trainer. I don't know anyone in this field already so I was wondering what I can do to reach my end goal of being an athletic trainer

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Kiranjot Nov 30, 2025 666 views

How do mental health professionals maintain their own wellness while working in a challenging and demanding field?

I'm planning on going into mental health nursing

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Ruth Nov 29, 2025 286 views

Is taking out loans to pay for university a good choice?

I am a senior in high school, and I hope to attend a four-year university. However, I’m unsure whether I can afford the tuition. Coming from a low-income household, I want to know if it’s worth taking out loans to attend the university I really want to go to.

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Jake Nov 29, 2025 321 views

Why would is it a good idea to get an electrician's license after I graduate with an electrical engineering degree I am currently getting an electrical engineering degree at a California State University. However, I also like the hands-on mechanics of doing things like working on my car. I think it would help the design portion of electrical engineering to understand the practical. Any thoughts from someone who has done one or the other??

College Student deciding whether to pursue additional vocational training after college.

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Giselle Nov 29, 2025 275 views

What motivates you to pursue science?

I am a senior in high school who might be interested in pursuing science in college.

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Mabel Nov 29, 2025 509 views

What are/is the best option/s for programing languages?

Specifically, i am interested in programing to do with video games, though i am aware that this career path (game dev) might not be realistic, so i was hoping for a language that can be used for coding games, but also has other uses, if such a language exists.

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Halle Nov 28, 2025 502 views

Can I begin applying to scholarships before starting a vocational program?

I noticed that most scholarships require being currently enrolled in a program. Where can I find scholarships that will allow me to apply before I start?

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Rowan Nov 28, 2025 763 views

How do I network with professionals for a government job in a country I don't live in yet?

I'm an American student and engaged to a Canadian and want to move there-- where do I find people there who work government accounting jobs?

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Leslie Nov 28, 2025 127 views

What do I do if I want to move but continue my education?

What is the best option if I want to move states but continue my education? I want to move to a bigger city and enjoy being young, but I do not want to put aside my education for that.

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Richard Nov 28, 2025 349 views

To the psychiatrists out there, did you ever consider doing another specialty, and what ultimately made psychiatry feel like the right choice?

I'm currently a senior in high school and I have plans to pursue medicine in my future, but I'm not sure what specialty yet. I'm considering family medicine, but I'm also really interested in psychiatry.

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Diego Nov 28, 2025 380 views

How to Get a Computer Science Job?

What is the best and fastest way to get a computer science related job while or before collage if possible?

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Jaliyah Nov 28, 2025 327 views

How can I make the choices today—through my college applications, study habits, and early career steps—that will put me on the best path toward landing my dream job in the video game industry?

Through my college applications, study habits, and early career steps, what will put me on the best path toward landing my dream job in the video game industry?

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Aubrie Nov 28, 2025 352 views

As a high school senior, how do I for sure know that I want to be a future educator?

I am a high school senior, and I recently applied for college for Liberal Studies. For the past three years, I have been preparing myself for the future profession. I love children and it always brightens by day Recently, I started to really think if this was the right profession for me but how...

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Anna Nov 28, 2025 359 views

What are the essential qualities needed to excel in the field of Surgical Nursing?

Hello! I am a current high school senior who enjoys details, precision, and has had the privilege of working with medically fragile children. Because of this, I have decided to go into the field of Nursing, potentially Surgical Nursing. However, as I have done more research, I am curious about...

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Noeli Nov 27, 2025 287 views

Will I be able to get hospital experience during school for my major ?

I am planning to major as a health science and I wanted to know if I would be able to get a job or experience hospital life during school.

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