Downers Grove, Illinois
How to begin a resume?
I'm a 10th grader at Catalyst and I want to start my resume.
im a tenth grader at catalyst maria highschool how should i start making a resume?
my grades arent looking to good but i have gone to an after school matterss program three times and we made a mural for the wintrust bank in little village
What recommendations do people have for remote and flexible jobs?
Any specific companies people can think of? I want to try and find something that I can work without too much brainpower post-grad and then use my extra time to make art for tabling at conventions.
When should I start applying for engineering interships?
I'm currently a high school senior, but can I start applying for engineering internships before I enter in college? #Spring26
Looking back, what’s one mistake or misconception you had in your early career or first year of college that you wish you could warn your younger self about, and how did it change your approach going forward?
Hi! I’m a high school senior planning to study astrophysics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I’m passionate about space research, programming, and science outreach, and I’ve been involved in community service, teaching, and school leadership. I’m looking for advice on how to...
How do I find a career that I am truly passionate about?
I have a lot of passions and don't know how to turn them into a career or hobby.
What are the strong activities outside of extracurriculars (clubs) that someone can do to differentiate themselves as a pre-health student (e.g., mixed martial arts, knitting, video games) ?
I currently train in MMA, wrestling, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and I plan to continue jiu-jitsu in college. Outside of sports, though, I haven’t really developed many other hobbies beyond playing video games.
What Major should I take if I wanna get into Law?
I've been thinking about psychology and a minor in philosophy since I heard that those two are really helpful, especially for the LSAT, but I'm still not super confident. I know Political Science and Criminal Justice are great candidates too, but I need help deciding !!
Is a 1440 SAT not enough for a major in aerospace engineering?
I am a junior, and I just received my SAT score of 1440 on my second try for March (math: 730 and reading: 710). My first try was 1410 back in September (math: 750 and reading: 660). I have been studying for at least the past three months, every day for 1 hour, alternating between reading,...
Should I drop AP Physics C as a junior 2nd semester?
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...
How should I fill out summer programs responses, especially a resume?
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?
Should I take Spanish for all 4 years at my high school?
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 would like to complete a research project, but I do not know where to start. How should I go about doing this?
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...
Is it beneficial for me to take medical career-related courses in high school by dropping social studies classes, or should I pursue AP European History and AP US History instead?
In my school, U.S. History is a required course. Consequently, I could take this course over the summer, but it would not be AP. I am really passionate about learning about the brain, hence I would like to go into neurosurgery. For this reason, some medical classes I could take at my school...
How to pursue a career as a commercial artist?
How to pursue a career as a commercial artist/ art director?
What colleges would be best to apply to preferably staying within the Midwest?
How can i grow my non-profit?
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...
how to cold email for research opportunities?
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...
Hi im 14 years old, looking for a job. It can be after school, 5-7, or full-time during the weekends. My parents are okay with me looking for a job. Im good with animals and kids.?
Im from Gairfield Ridge, speak both English and Spanish
What is the best way to go about setting up your schedule in college, while doing two sports, and trying your best to manage your time between school and sports?
- Senior
- Carmel Catholic High School
- Sports Management
- Football & Tennis
As an incoming freshman, going through the process for college and deciding a major, can you tell me some tips and questions you asked yourself, as you chose your major?
As a kid, people always ask you what you want to do when you grow up and I have had many different answers for them. It has ranged from fashion, vet, business owner, translator, and therapist. How do you decide on one of them to do for the rest of your life?
What made you choose the major you decided on pursuing for the next four years as a college student?
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?"
What struggles do you face in biomedical engineering that you don't see in other types of engineering?
I am in 12th grade and am going into college next year. I enjoy biology and health and want to pursue engineering, but am unsure if I should do another type of engineering.
How do I find internships that are 100% focused on what I want to do in life instead of them just brushing the surface What if after the internship I decide the field of study is not for me??
I'm interested in a career focused on Federal investigations, specifically psychological analytics. I would really like to be able to experience what it would be like however I'm worried I wont be able to find an internship that covers the crucial experience I need to know this field of study...
How does financial aid work?
Financial aid's a broad term that covers scholarships, loans, etc. I was wondering for example, Loyola gives you a 32k scholarship. Would that be all the money you recieve? Or later in the early spring, they look at whatever FASFA sends over?
#Fall25
What path did you take to become a Child Life Specialist?
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!
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What are specific sacrifices that pre-med or medical students often underestimate?
Hi there! I am in 12th grade, and I'm planning to pursue medical school after earning a degree in neuroscience. I'm aware of the time, debt, and sacrifice that come with this path, but I'm trying to get a realistic and holistic understanding of what this field truly demands. Receiving honest...
What are habits that I can start developing now to set myself up for success for medical school?
I am in 12th grade hoping to major in biology next year on a pre-med track. I am interested in helping people, and hopefully traveling the world healing people once I become a doctor. I want to best prepare myself in college, so that I have high chances of being accepted into medical school.
Where can I find part-time accounting jobs while attending college?
I am currently an accounting major at Elgin Community College, and plan to transfer to a four-year college in Fall 2026. I have taken a few accounting courses and would like to gain work experience before I graduate.
When being a Forensic Scientist, do you experience a sense of paranoia or anxiety in your daily life from the cases you've worked on?
I'm interested in studying Forensics, and though I believe I can handle complex cases, I want to know how It effects other Forensic Scientists so I can be aware.
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