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How do you apply to a job when you don't have any job experience whatsoever?
I am looking for a job that is compatible with high school and its workload but accepts people with no job experience as a way to gain some. #jobs #high-school-students #entry-level #high-school-jobs
What are some good jobs to start out with for the experience?
I want to find a job that is compatible with high school hours and homework but gives some job experience. The pay doesn't matter per say but above minimum wage would definitely be a plus. #jobs #high-school-students #high-school-jobs
Which university is better USC or UCLA and what are the pros and cons of both?
At the moment the most appealing choices I have are USC and UCLA so I want to know which one is better and if that can't be determined what are the pros and cons of each weighed against each other. This is mainly for curiosity's sake but I am also genuinely interested in the matter. #university...
What are some ways to job shadow someone?
I know that at my age there are little to no volunteering opportunities or internships or the like in the field that I want to get a taste of. So I am wondering if there are any OB/GYNs who are available to job shadow or if someone knows how to ask someone if they would be willing to be...
What are some ways that you can get a bachelor's degree in less than 4 years?
I want to know if there is any way to shorten the amount of time spent getting a bachelor's degree. It would be an ideal situation for me because I will have 8 years of schooling afterwards to become a doctor. #medicine #university #bachelors-degree
Can someone explain federal work study for me? Also can they elaborate on which universities offer this option.
I've heard the term mentioned briefly in passing and I wanted to understand what it means exactly and how this can benefit me. It would also be wonderful if someone could provide a list of universities that support federal work study or work study in general. #university #financial-aid...
Where can a person go to learn cryptography and ciphers?
I am interested in making a hobby out of these two things and I am wondering where exactly I can go to acquire such skills? If anyone knows anything on this subject it would be much appreciated for any pointers in the right direction! #extracurriculars #hobbies #cryptography #ciphers
What are some good extracurriculars to commit to?
I know that I need to start on something from now to spice up my university applications but there are a few problems. First of all, my parents are on a very limited budget so I need to be able to do something that isn't too expensive. Second, sports aren't my thing so the obvious answer is...
What are the best ways for a high school freshman to gain money on the side?
I am a freshman now but I already recognize two things. First of all my parents will be able to afford little to none of the expenses associated with university and the amount of education and money it would take to become a doctor. And second the costs to university for that long of a time...
Is there a platform for finding a person to sponsor your university education?
I know that finding sponsors are really rare nowadays but if anyone on Career Village can help me find some way to gain a sponsor that would be amazing. #university #higher-education #sponsorship
Who are some people I can talk to about everything that has to do with IB?
I want someone I can depend on who can tell me how an IB education works, what are the benefits, is the time that it takes up worth it, etc. #high-school-classes #ib-diploma #ibdp
What are some websites that you can take classes that will be accepted by your high school?
I love learning a lot so I want to find a way to take other classes that I can't fit on my school schedule that will be accepted for credits/ be put on my transcript at the very least. There are many websites that offer a great online education but I'm not sure which ones will match my specific...
What are some online jobs that don't require a specific age?
I want to find ways to earn money on the side and a job is the best way to do that. However, my parents won't let me go out and get an actual job so I want to at least settle for an at home job where I can earn some money and don't require a minimum age like 16-18. If I start working from now...
What are the pros and cons of the SAT and the ACT weighed against each other?
I believe that majority of universities and colleges accept both the SAT and the ACT but what are the differences between them? I also don't know which one would probably yield a higher score for me...should I take both and see? #sat #act #test-planning #cons #pros #high-school-tests
What is a better place to work at as an OB/GYN: a clinic or a hospital?
No one on the internet seems to have a solid answer for this question so I am consulting the career village experts to help me way the pros and cons of working at both including the salary and work hours for both. #obstetrics #hospitals #ob-gyn #gynocologist #clinics #financial-planning
What are some good prep books and methods of study to get a really good score on the PSAT?
Next year I will be taking the PSAT as a preparation for the second time that I take the PSAT which will be in my junior year. I know that there are numerous benefits to taking the PSAT and scoring well on it. By a really good score I mean past the cutoff for the National Merit standard in...
What are really good online prep websites and prep books that will really raise my score on the SAT?
I know that in order to get into a really good university for undergrad and graduate schooling a great score on the SAT is the best way to do that. However while everyone says that you should always aim high on the SAT and study A LOT they never say which study tools are best utilized to get a...
How do you persuade your parents into letting you attend a selective out of state university?
My parents at the moment have forbidden me from choosing a university that is more than an hour away due to the fact that I have to live at home with them. I want to know that should I get into a really good university that happens to be farther away how do I convince my parents that the best...
What is a good way to ensure that your scholarship essay/form/answer gets considered?
I want to be prepared for when I begin applying for scholarships and such as I am in high school now. #scholarships #college-essay
Are there OB/GYN clinics that allow high schoolers to volunteer at?
I am a high schooler who is interested in the Obstetrics and Gynecology fields and I want to see what it is like to work at a clinic that specializes in these things. #volunteering #obstetrics #gynecology
How do you make your university application stand out?
I am a freshman now and I want to know what sort of things I should be doing so that when it comes time to send out applications I will stand out among other applicants. #college-admissions #university-applications
What can I do to prepare for pre-med as a high school freshman?
I am currently a freshman and I want to do my best to prepare for the expense as well as make myself stand out as a candidate when I apply to highly selective universities. #pre-med #college-admissions
What is the best way to pay off university especially when you will be there for a long time?
I want to hopefully become an OB/GYN one day which is a doctor specializing in prenatal and women's health studies. This career path takes some 12 years of education to even become licensed so I need the least cost burdening method to paying off university. #university #scholarships...
What is a good base degree to obtain before entering medical school?
I am still #undecided as to what I should get my base degree in that would most benefit me for medical school. It would also be a big plus if it helped on the MCAT. #medical-school #medical-education #degrees #mcat
What are some good ways to collect a lot of scholarships and scholarship money?
In order to pay off some 12 years of higher education I am going to need a lot of money and the best way to do that is to get scholarships in my case because it's money for your merits that you don't have to pay back. #college-admissions #college-bound #scholarships
Are there some medical/pre-medical summer camps or internships in LA that a high schooler can attend?
I want to gain more expertise in the medical field as a high school student and a summer camp seems to be the most efficient way to do that. #career-path-planning #summer-programs
What are places that give good clinical experience for a high school student?
I am looking into becoming a doctor, more specifically an OB/GYN and I want to know where I can further my experience. #doctor #clinical
What universities in LA are good for studying biology?
I want to get a bachelor's degree in biology and I would like advice as to which top notch universities I should apply to. #biology
Is science or math more important in mechanical engineering?
I am majoring in mechanical engineering and I am also taking an AP Physics course. I am much more talented in math than algebra-based science and I am wondering if math or this kind of science is more important in this field, or if they are equally important. #mechanical-engineering
How hard is it to find an engineering job after college?
I am majoring in mechanical engineering and I plan on going to an engineering college. I am wondering if mechanical engineering jobs are hard to achieve after college, or if it depends on the college you go to. #mechanical-engineering
Could i study abroad while minoring in psychology?
I would love to study abroad during my college experience. However, I am Majoring into Business Admin with a minor in psychology.
Was it difficult to get into the field of engineering when applying to college?
As I'm looking at different colleges and narrowing down what i would like to major in, i slowly came to realize that electrical engineering as hugely impacted at just about all colleges that offer some type of engineering major. So i would like to know whether or not this major is just as hard...
When figuring out a way in creating/fixing something in college is it best to work with a partner or to work alone?
I tend to work best alone but i would like to know weather it is best to work with a partner in college or if it doesn't really matter. #computer-science #engineering #mechanical-engineering #electrical-engineering
What are some differences between the life of a material scientist and electrical engineer in industry versus research?
I am interested in Materials Science + Electrical Engineer joint major, but I'm not sure if it is an interest strong enough to pursue that major. I mean, it is fascinating, but I am unsure whether I would do industry, or research, or only focus on electrical engineering as a profession....
What are some good ways to find a job after graduating from a 4 year college with a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry?
I want to research medicine and how changing the chemicals in a pill change what it does. #masters
What career options are there for Biochem majors who want to research medicine with a focus on the chemistry of it?
Biochem seems to be the gateway to everything medicine and because of that it is all rather confusing. I have always been interested in the chemistry of medicine and how products interact with the body but it seems that everyone I know is majoring in it for pre-med. I just want to know if I'm...
What sacrifice does it takes to become a successful engineer?
I'm asking this question because I'm curios about how much time an engineer sacrifice to work on their project. #engineer #experts
What is the greatest challenge often face by engineer?
I'm asking this question because I'm interested in engineering. #engineering #experts
For a bachelor's in mechanical engineering what math and physics courses should be recommended to take before college
I want to be a mechanical engineer, because I'm intrigued by the career and good in math. #mechanical-engineering #math #mechanical #physical
How easy is it to change majors within engineering?
I'm applying as a mechanical engineer major however I am afraid it may not be what I expect. How difficult would it be if I decided to change majors within engineering? #engineering #engineer
What does a mechanical engineer typically do?
I'm applying to major in mechanical engineering and would like a practical perspective on specific work duties. #mechanical-engineering
How do I find a specialty in economics?
I am majoring in economics, and I want to decide what within economics I want to pursue. #economics
What type of Companies hire Someone with a Computer Science Degree?
I know companies like google or yahoo hires software engineers and the like. But what else would I be able to do with my comp science degree? #computer-science #computer-software #women-in-tech
How would one combat the lack of diversity in the STEM field?
Hi, I'm very interested in the tech field namely computer science. But there's not many women or people of color in the industry. I find this a bit discouraging but I'm determined to make this my career. #computer-science #computer-software #women-in-stem #computer-games
How do psychologist go about treating patients without it affecting themselves in the process?
As I want to become a clinical psychologists I wonder how people in this field keep themselves from being equally affected by a patient or research they are conducting. #psychology #clinical-psychology
How did you find a job in the field of psyhology after your first years in college?
As jobs in psychology are becoming more popular, it seems difficult to to actually find them. #clinical-psychology #psy
Were you able to get an internship with this career? If so how did it help you?
How did having an internship help you with your career and how long after did it take you to get the job? #career #internships #college-jobs
What was the most helpful part of high school or college that helped you transition into your career?
How was your experience from school going to work? How did you get the career and was it rough or hard making this transition? #career
What are the best pre-requisite courses to take (as in types of sciences, maths, etc.) in order to prepare for a medical career?
I specifically want to become a radiologist technician, physician assistant, or registered nurse. I am the youngest of my family, and I want to be the first to attend a university. I need all the help I can get to ensure my success in the future. Thank you very much. #medicine #university...
Can you combine engineering with business?
I like engineering and business, want to combine them. #business #engineering
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