Commack, New York
What is the best way to experiment with jobs to find what career best fits you?
I am a chemistry major and am unsure of where to start. There is so many different career options, and shadowing is difficult to find where I am from. #Spring26
What should I do, other than applying to tons of scholarships, creating financial appeals, and working, to be able to pay for college dorming?
My parents do not want to help out at all and I have no other backing to help. Any advice?
What skills should I start building in college if I want to work on Wall Street?
I am a high school senior and I plan to study finance. I am interested in jobs like investment banking or financial analysis. What skills should I focus on, and what internships or clubs would help me stand out?
Will attending a 2-year Electrical program and earning an AOS degree help me apply and get into a local IBEW Electrical Union after school?
I am looking for advice from existing union members and electricians to see if this is a good path to help me get into the local union.
What can I do to develop good studying habits?
I'm currently about to be a college freshman, its my last year of high school so I'm not sure how to develop habits for college. I've had a few AP classes but I'm not the best there so I'm a little worried about the transition to college. What can I do to develop better habits? I've struggled...
Where do I start to make college more affordable?
I am a high school senior looking for a way to make college more affordable so i can reduce the burden on my family.
How do I build a graphic design portfolio that stands out when applying for my first job after graduation?
Hi! I'm a college sophomore majoring in graphic design with an expected graduation date of 2029. I've been making art my whole life across many different mediums, and I'm proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. My goal is to enter the design industry after graduation, but I...
How do I know if my passion for veterinary medicine is sustainable long-term, and what steps can I take early in my career to prevent burnout? #Spring26
I’m a first-generation college student currently pursuing a career in veterinary medicine. I’ve been working in veterinary settings since I was 16, gaining experience in general practice, emergency care, and client communication. These experiences have shown me both the incredibly rewarding and...
Looking back on your career, what do you wish you had started doing earlier in college to prepare for this kind of path?
I'm a freshman studying Strategic Design and Management at Parsons and hope to work in branding, creative strategy, or innovation leadership after college. Looking back on your career, what do you wish you had started doing earlier in college to prepare for this kind of path? Thank you so much...
How is the experience of graduating college, finding a good paying job, timeline, and paying loans while enjoying yourself ?
What's the timeline of finding a job? Does paying loans impacts your lifestyle in a negative way? How do you manage everything?
How can I learn to be the best at what I do to save the people under my care?
I currently work in the health care field at a level one trauma center, we juggle multiple patients at once and it can get a little intimidating at times.
What are the main industries where I-O psychologists work ?
How is I-O psychology different from clinical or counseling psychology in real jobs? What kinds of problems do companies usually hire I-O psychologists to solve?
What type of internship/job is recommended for a pre-vet major Would volunteer at a clinic suffice or need to see more? #Spring26
What type of internship/job is recommended for a pre-vet major? Would volunteer at a clinic suffice or need to see more? #Spring26
What type of internship should I get during my first summer after freshman year as an Environmental and Interior Design major?
Should I join a student association of interior designers? Should I get a mentor? How do I find interior design firms that are looking for interns ? #Spring26
What inspired you to choose your career path?#Spring 26
I'm majoring in Finance and i would like to know what inspired you for your career path
What would you prioritize if you were in college today aiming for a career in private investment (such as private equity or venture capital), and what skills, experiences, or steps matter most early on to maximize your chances of breaking in and standing out as a candidate?
I’m currently a college student exploring a career in private investment. I’m still early in the process and trying to better understand how to use my time effectively, especially when it comes to choosing internships, building relevant skills, and positioning myself for competitive roles after...
Is Salesforce Data Cloud actually becoming important for CRM and AI careers?
I’ve been exploring the Salesforce ecosystem recently and keep seeing a lot of talk about Data Cloud especially around AI and customer data unification. I’m honestly trying to figure out how important it really is in real jobs and not just in marketing content. From people actually working in...
How do you motivate to keep going even when you feel like you can't?
It is so hard to find motivation to do assignments during college especially a major that's very science heavy and requires a lot of writing and research, any tips?
what soft skills helped you succeed in your first job?
I'm a senior student majoring in finance, I'm getting ready to for the Carrer path, started looking for job opportunities and i would like some advice.
How can I connect my Financial Mathematics major to real-world finance careers and projects?
I am an undergraduate sophomore student majoring in Financial Mathematics, and lately I have been feeling a little lost. I genuinely enjoy mathematics and feel confident in understanding logical reasoning, problem-solving, and mathematical ideas. However, I often struggle to see how these...
How can I prepare myself not only academically but also emotionally to face the realities of healthcare and what does it take to build a resilience to it without losing empathy?
I'm 17 years old and about to graduate high school on a career path that is entirely new to me. Everything has always went smoothly for me academic wise and that an area that I've always succeeded in but I don't know how I'll do when faced with the emotional side. I've grown up taking care of...
In what way's do you think that Computer Engineering has influenced your life after college? #Spring26
I'm a high school senior and I'm planning on majoring in computer engineering and I just wanted to know how life after college would look like with finding jobs and working conditions and all to better prepare myself for the future and knowing whether I actually want to take this major.
How do i get my foot in the door towards enjoyable roles in charity/sales?
As a second year student with ~6 months of marketing experience through internships, I’ve found 1 involving sales, which made me want to pursue roles in the field. However, I want my work to contribute towards a greater good, such as cancer awareness, assisting children in poverty, etc. rather...
What Marketing path is best, Communications or Business and what is the difference?
What is the best course for a Marketing degree, I did not realize there is Marketing in Communications and also Marketing in Business, what is the difference and what is best to pursue to stay relevant in this technology driven world. #Spring26
Opportunities in Washington D.C. for a potential D.C. College Student?
What business internship opportunities does the city of D.C. offer relating to accountancy or data/financial analytics?
What fields can communication majors go into?
I'm currently trying to figure out the path I can take with this major being that its broad and has many paths, I want to get a step into the right one. Any help is needed, Thank you.
How do I choose a major that’s suited to my interests and also provides financially stable career paths? #Spring2026
I’m a high school senior who’s interested in English, journalism, and business, but I’m not sure how to create a good major/minor combo that will give me entry level job stability.
As an accounting major with a graphic communication minor, how do I stand out to recruiters and get valuable skills to get and succeed in a job?
I already have a good resume and participate in a lot of clubs and programs, and am currently waiting for documents (change to an international student) to hopefully start an internship.
How good do your math skills need to be to be a forensic scientist? #Spring26
I’m a current high schooler who’s interested in majoring in chemistry, physics, some type of engineering, or forensic science. I’m aware that I’ll need algebra and/or calculus for those other majors, but what about forensic science? What’s the highest level of math I’ll need, algebra? I’m...
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