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What electives should I take if I want to be a commercial pilot for a big company like Delta, AA, etc. somewhere in the future?
I am in 8th grade and I want to be a commercial pilot. My choice for electives are coming up and I want some advice from someone on which electives I should take. At the moment, I am in the level 1 (advanced) classes for both English and Algebra 1. I will be taking Geometry Honors next year as...
For a aspiring Orthodontist/Dentist what course would be reasonable to take, AP Stat or Pre-Calcu?
Today we were given our course registration for next year, which will be my senior year in high school. I'm currently in Algebra II and have the option of taking either AP Statistics or Pre-Calculus H next year. What would you recommend for an aspiring Orthodontist or Dentist? I know that...
Great tools / examples for first resumes
Hi everyone, I'm preparing my resume for my first intern. Mainly for HR positions in Hong Kong. I'm researching to find a simple yet standing out resumes. Do you guys have any good templates, examples, or tools for building resumes? I'd appreciate your personal examples too if you have one!...
Agencies and companies
Hi everyone, I'm doing a lot of research in career path as I'll be graduating from college soon. I wonder what are the differences between agencies and companies. I see the basics, that agencies work as intermediary between companies, consumers, and other companies. However, I don't understand...
How would you recommend I go about getting a job in Hong Kong?
Hi everyone, I am a college student currently very interested in working in Hong Kong. I am using some resources like Linkedin and stuff. I hear that it is possible to get jobs there even without sufficient Chinese(Cantonese and Mandarin alike). I'm looking for experiences in areas of: sales,...
How do I find work opportunities abroad?
I'm a college student in Boston and I'm looking for work experiences abroad from United States. I major in Economics and Business, and don't have much skill with IT(except MS office) or practical(things like design or architecture) skills. Other than resources from my school and Linkedin, I'm...
What job experiences can lead to career in Human Resources?
Hi there, I'll be graduating in an year and I'm looking through my career paths and job experiences. I have lots of experiences of living abroad and willing and wanting to work anywhere in the world. I think some values of skills of HR management really fits to me; such as listening skills,...
How do I transfer colleges?
I'm a current high school student. I was just curious how the process might be to transfer from a school to a better one that I might not be able to get into from high school. #college #college-admissions #college-selection #college-transfer
What questions to ask an entrepreneur panel?
I'm hosting a panel of entrepreneurs at my high school, what kind of questions should I ask them specifically pertaining to the fact they are entrepreneurs.
As an introvert how do I prepare to live in dorm with strangers?
It is difficult to talk to new people #history #anyone #with #same
What is something that you need to keep in mind when studying to become a labor and delivery nurse?
I want to be a labor and delivery nurse and I want to make sure I know everything about it and all its qualifications. #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #registered-nurses
If you could change or add something that would improve nursing, as a whole, what would it be and why?
I am asking this because I want to know the weak spots of nursing and what I need to focus more on. #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #pediatric-nursing #nursing-administration
What do you enjoy most about nursing and Why?
I want to know what makes someone so excited about their job. #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #pediatric-nursing #nursing-education
What is something that you stumbled on or struggle with while studying to become a registered nurse and how has it impacted your career and life?
I am asking this so I can take it into consideration when I start studying to become a nurse. #medicine #nursing #nurse #healthcare #registered-nurses #nurse-practitioner #pediatric-nursing #nursing-education
What courses will I have to take if I major in engineering in general? and specifically what about aerospace and civil engineering?
I'm interested in studying engineering and what to know what courses I might have to take. #engineering #college-major #civil-engineering #aerospace-engineering #college-selection
What are courses I will have to take if I major in economics?
I'm interested in studying economics and what to know what courses I might have to take. #college #college-major #economics #college-majors
What are some tips for majors/careers that require lots of math for someone who doesn't like math the most?
I am a current high school student who is thinking about what I want to major in in college and also what I want to do with my career. The topics of engineering and economics interest me but they both require lots of math. Math is not my favorite subject. #college #engineering #career...
Can a doctor live a fulfilling life as a doctor and as a parent?
I am asking this because out of all the doctors I have met throughout my time, they have said that they are extremely busy and barely go home. I am curious on how doctors manage their career and family life. Since I want to have children, this always gets me thinking at times. #medicine...
What is one advice that you would give Pre-Medical students as they are pursuing to go to medical school?
I am asking because the odds of adding medical school is a small ratio to students that actually take the pre-med prerequisites. With odds like this, many people refuse to take pre-med if they will not have a shot. I am curious to see what professionals think. #college #medicine #medical-school...
Once training to be an orthodontist, how does one make a living while attending school for so many years?
Seems like a lot of school. How do you pay the bills during that time? Is there clinical where you earn money while learning? #orthodontist #orthodontics #medicine #college #career-counseling
How many years of schooling after college are req'd to become an orthodontist?
Considering as a possible career #orthodontist #orthodontics
Is there a demand for Forensic DNA Analysts?
I want to be a Forensics DNA Analyst but I would like to know if there is a need for this type of occupation. #forensics #biologist
What degree would I need to become a Forensic DNA Analyst?
I think I want to pursue this career but I need to know what kind of degree I would need to obtain. #scientist #forensics #biologist
Which forensic science related job would be best for me based on my interests?
With a forensic science major, I intend to work with trace evidence, but I can't determine which job would allow me to do so. I know of Forensic Anthropologists, Blood Splatter Technicians, Entomologists, etc. but I don't know which of these (and the rest) I would need to work as to be able to...
With a forensic science degree with a concentration in biology, what is to be expected job-wise?
I intend to major in forensic science (biology, not chemistry), but even after quite a lot of research, I'm finding it quite difficult figuring out what exactly one does if they have biology as the concentration (for the major). I prefer biology over chemistry, so I'm just wondering if a major...
What type of math is used in day to day life as an architect?
I do love math, I'm not bad at it, I just want to know what to expect. #architecture #architect
What's the day in the life of an architect like?
I'd like to become an architect someday. This has been my dream for a long time now and I want to know what to expect! #architecture #architect
If you majored in Computer Science, what is your current job title?
I want to major in computer science, but am #undecided as to what I actually want to do.
What is a day in the life of a computer programmer?
I am going into CIS but not sure exactly what I want to do after graduating with a masters degree. #computer-science #computer-programmer
How much calculus do you use being and aerospace engineer?
I am very interested in aerospace engineering and want to know how important calculus is to the profession #aerospace-engineering
How useful/beneficial is a private college counselor?
I had never heard of anyone using a private counselor but upon moving to the northeast, it seems its a relatively common thing among my friends. #college #college-admissions #guidance-counselor
What job options do I have to work in a 'behind the scenes' role in broadcast media?
It would be so cool to work in this industry, but I have no interest in doing a job like a sports broadcaster. I'd rather work behind the scenes, not with equipment though. I'm a pretty good writer and people say i'm creative. I really want to find out what my options are! Thank you! #media...
What do you love most about your job in broadcast media?
I have always been interested in a career in broadcast media. I find the industry so exciting! I'm planning on going to school for broadcast media, but as of now i'm open to what exactly I do. I would like to know what you do in broadcast media and what like most about your job to help me get a...
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
How do I stand out more to get in a pharmacy school?
Currently, I have my associates of science/arts, and I am hoping to get my bachelor in biology in the next two years! Then my goal is to apply for Pharmacy school! I need help on how I should stand out more! #pharmacy #pharmacists #pharmacist
Should I go into Pharmacy or Dentistry?
Currently, I am enrolled in a community college, and hopefully, by next year, I will be done with my associates. Then I will transfer to a university to finish my biology degree, and after that I'm not sure the pros or cons of either going into the pharmacy or dentistry program? #dentistry...
Which city do you think is the best for a new graduate with a BFA in Film/TV production to begin her career--LA or NYC? I am interested in writing for television as well as making independent films one day.
I have been accepted to a prestigious film school within a major university in NY. I am thinking ahead to summer internships and post-graduation. I know LA is considered the entertainment capital of the world and I'd love to live there for a while. However, I heard that it is incredibly...
How important is attending film school in boosting one's chance of breaking into the film/television industry? I've heard debates on both sides but am still undecided as to whether it is a good investment.
I have been accepted into a prestigious film school that will require me and my parents to take on loans in order to meet the half of the tuition/board. Would it be better to major in a more lucrative area and try to do film on the side? I already have had experience in screenwriting,...
What are different types of jobs that count as being a tech career?
I haven't really heard about various types of tech careers that are available. #expertise
what do i need to look for in deciding what college i go to?
just so I can explore my options.
What is a good way to tell what college is best for you?
I'm asking because I have a couple in mind but can't decide which one would be better for me. #college #college-admissions #career #higher-education
Are there any minors that are good for teachers to have?
Being a teacher is something that is really important to me. I want to be able to help my future students to be the best that they can be. I want to be an elementary school teacher, preferably kindergarten. Is there a minor that would help a lot in the field of education? I was thinking about...
For being a teacher, what experiences or classes would you highly recommend before you get a job?
I have wanted to be an elementary teacher my whole life (almost), so when it comes to getting a job I want to make sure I have really good experiences to make me an even better teacher. Are there experiences or classes that you wished you would have taken that would have helped you understand...
How many year does it take to pay off college for a physical therapist?
I want to become a physical therapist but would also want to know how long I will be paying college. #healthcare #physical-therapist
How do people avoid being in det after college?
I come from not a very wealthy family and I am the first college students but i want to know how to save my money but still get an education. #colleges
Is it a good idea to take all 8 year of college for your doctorates degree then get a job, or take the first 4 or 5 years and get a bachelors of masters then get a job?
I was told by someone that if you get a doctorates straight off the back, not many places will accept you, but if you go for your bachelors or you masters, then you'll most likely get a job faster. #pharmacy #pharmaceuticals #medicinal-chemistry #drug-development
Any advice for pre-premedical students?
Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school, and I was wondering if any premed/ medical students/ physicians have any advice for a student in high school, that wants to become a doctor, that may help in my medical future. #medicine #career-path #doctorate-degree #motivation
How do you stay motivated?
Hi, I'm a sophomore in high school. And I know that it is EXTERMELY early for me already to lack motivation, but I'm taking all these hard AP/IB classes that have ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO DO with what I want to be when I'm older. So I was just wondering if anyone has any tips on how to stay...
What does a daily work schedule look like for budget analysts?
My name is Amanda. I am a sophomore in Boston, MA. I am interested in business administration. At my school, we have mandatory internships during junior year. I am trying to decide what I want to do for my internship and for my career. #business-administration #budget-analyst
As an interior designer, are the projects that people come to you for more free range or are there more guidelines?
I am going into my junior year as an interior design major. So far our projects have had minor guidelines, but I can pick and design the space how I want. In a real life situation are there more guidelines? Are people more picky, or do they trust your design? #jobs #design #interior-design...
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