Kings Park, New York
How do I know the potential careers to choose from based on my strengths #fall25 ?
I’m a college freshman that wants to make sure my education is targeted to a career that can leverage my strengths to be successful and make a good living.
What are some great ways to brainstorm?
Write all your thoughts down organized non one paper
What is the best post high school path to become an electrician? #Fall25
NYC and surrounding suburbs
How can I help determine what exactly I want to do?
Hi! I'm really interested in the English and psychology fields, but I've yet to really find a job that I feel specifically called to, despite all of my research. Any tips for finding where I fit?
How can I find scholarships for college?
Im a 17 year old applying to college and want to know where to find the best scholarships to help pay the cost
The Pharmacy Path? This is all new to me.
College is a new chapter in my life and don't know where to start. My college goals is to go to a four year school for pharmacy. Is it a good path to go down? What do other students feels once they start down this path?
How can i get a paid summer internship as a college freshman?
How can i get a paid summer internship as a college freshman?
#Fall25
What can I do during college and internships to make sure I learn as much as possible and enter my first full-time engineering job as well-prepared and skilled as I can be?
I want to work in chip design, which I know can be complex and competitive. I want to be as prepared as possible.
How did you choose your programming software and did you stick with it throughout your career?
Would love to know the best programming software out there
Hello. How do I find scholarships related to my field of interest which is engineering, as well as in my state of NewJersey #fall25?
My preference in colleges are: Steven's Institute of Technology, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Rutgers in Newark, NJ, Montclair State University, Bergen County community College and Farleigh Dickenson University
How can one prepare to become a firefighter?
I'm in my senior year in high school and I plan on going to college until the firefighter civil exam comes back up (4 years), so how can I prepare for it?
What is studying neuroscience like? #Fall25
I don't want to know the basics, and I know every school is different. But how does the major differ from other science majors like biology. Especially in a pre-med viewpoint. Will it benefit me studying neuroscience instead of biology? (I do like the topic better) Also, what's the best...
How do you balance the emotional weight of defending or prosecuting cases with your personal life ?
I’m a student interested in criminal justice and plan to become an attorney. I’m still early in my journey, so I want to understand what challenges I might face emotionally and how to prepare for them. I’ve always been drawn to helping others and standing up for what’s right, but I also know...
As a future chemical engineering major who hopes to eventually build a global company in innovative consumer products or cosmetic chemistry, what skills, college courses, and early experiences should I prioritize to best prepare for both the technical side of engineering and the entrepreneurial/business side of launching a startup?
I'm currently a high school senior applying to study chemical engineering in university. My interest in this field grew out of ordinary moments: my mom worked in retail when I was little, so I grew up surrounded by shelves of beauty products, and in high school I started my own small nail...
Would you say Ivy League education is overrated, especially if you're pursuing engineering as a career? #Fall25
I'm trying to build up my college application list and am debating whether certain Ivys are worth my time.
#Fall25
How can I stay focused while majoring in Biology for Dermatology ?
What are ways that I can stay motivated as a 12th Grader that wants to major in Biology? My dream is to become a dermatologist but the path is very delicate and I need major focus. What are ways that I can stay organized and determined while staying engaged in my medical path?
What opportunities for growth or specialization do you think new nurses should consider early on #Fall25?
What opportunities for growth or specialization do you think new nurses should consider early on?
What do you wish you had known before starting your nursing career that would have helped you feel more prepared? I am currently a high school senior and I'm applying to nursing programs for college. #Fall25
I am currently a high school senior. I am applying to nursing programs for college. My question is... what do you wish you had known before starting your nursing career that would have helped you feel more prepared? #Fall25
Which companies should you avoid as an aspiring pharmacist ?
I've heard mixed reviews on being a pharmacist. What I could tell was that it wasn't really for everyone, but most people are adamant on avoiding CVS.
What is your best tip or piece of advice for someone who is about to go into school for radiology?
Going to be starting a radiologic technology program in the spring. I am super excited and would like to be as prepared as possible for when I attend!
How do I learn about the insurance industry quickly as a young professional fresh out of college, entering straight into a managerial role in a large insurance company?
How do I learn about the insurance industry quickly as a young professional fresh out of college, entering straight into a managerial role in a large insurance company? I want to become as knowledgeable and competent as possible to in order to lead my team to success and be the best manager I...
I want to set myself up to be financially stable during and after college. From your experience, what steps would someone my age take to build a strong financial foundation?
I am trying to make smart decisions now to be more financially stable in the future. Can you provide some tips?
How do I get a good internship in my career cluster?
What steps do I take? How do I maximize my chances?
To music/theatre majors, do you regret your major? Why or why not? #Fall25
As someone who plans on attending college for Musical Theatre, I often question whether it's the right choice. I know it's not entirely financially ideal, but I've dedicated my whole life to performing, and I know it's my passion. Still, I know job prospects are rough in that field, so I'm...
As a first-gen, low-income student who wants to build a creative, entrepreneurial career, what’s the most impactful step I can take right now to create opportunities without existing networks or resources? #Fall25
I’m a first-gen, low-income business major trying to figure out how to build a career and create opportunities and connections. I’m eager to learn what steps actually matter early on, especially for someone interested in entrepreneurship.#Fall25
What advice would you give?
What advice would you give to a student who is about to apply to colleges for the first time?
What inspired you to pursue a career in sports, and what challenges have you faced as a woman entering this field?
Hi! I'm a high school senior who wishes to study sports management in college. I want to gain advice to work in my dream field, but I am scared of entering a male-dominated field. What advice do you have for a girl wishing to achieve her dreams?
What makes applicants stand out in the sports world? How can I improve my resume to work in sports?
Tips to work in sports
What are the best ways to network with professionals in the sports media industry? What techniques have you used in the past?
Sports management and media questions. Best techniques for networking?
How can I, as a woman, stay confident and motivated when facing challenges in male-dominated fields, such as the sports world?
Tips for being a woman working in sports?
How do you go about finding a job in ecological field research after college?
I want to do wildlife research regarding ecology, but I'm worried there will be no organizations in the NY/RI area that conduct such research.
Anyone can assess my competencies and recommends my career path?
I would love to learn my competencies and see if you can find a suitable career path with me
FInding a job in radio broadcast
Hello everyone!
I would like to apply for another jon in the same field *radio broadcast*, but do not know where to start. How do you find jobs at radio stations?
Am I setting myself up to struggle when I come out of college by being an Art major or will there be many opportunities for success?
I am currently an art major, and I am content with this major, but now I am back having doubts because yesterday I was at a job fair, and a man I spoke to said he’s met many art majors and said it was difficult for them to find a job because so. He suggested that I should change my major. I’m...
How can I become a Registered Nurse in NYS
I never took an health associate degree back in Bronx Community College. Rather went for digital design. I actually tried to get a second degree there at BCC but my application was rejected due to my grade in PSY 11 being less than it is required to be readmitted to get a second associate...
Psychology BA or BS to later become a psychiatrist ?
I am currently going to school with my major being psychology. My future goal is to become a psychiatrist! What psychology is best to get a degree in, BA or BS? I’m having a hard time figuring out so any help will be great!!
What can I do to build my resume as an illustrator with an associates degree in graphic design?
How can I build up my resume and how to find internships or even volunteer work? I have not used my associates degree ever and only worked in schools as a paraprofessional. I'm ready for a career change. I lean towards to webcomics and other digital illustrations.
What does it take to become a dentist (e.g. mentally, financially, physically, educationally)?
I am a rising high school senior that has a lot of English-related extracurriculars, but now I'm not sure that I want a career in English, journalism, or media. So, I have been looking into what being a dental associate would be like, and it seems like a hands-on, stable, rewarding job. Beyond...
How can I get my esthetician license if I graduated different major in foreign country ?
I have a bachelor degree but from different major nothing to do with beauty. I’m curious if I study esthetician can I do Botox or filler stuff without studying nursing? #spring25
What was the most difficult part of becoming an engineer What topics brought along doubts? How should I prepare for the material? What should I do to stay motivated??
I am a high school senior and I am planning to attend college in fall of 2025 majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Although its been my life long dream to become and engineer, I've had ups and downs about going into such a hard major. Majority of things I hear about engineering majors are that...
What is the best piece of advice you can give to an incoming college freshman?
I can't wait to start school but I am unsure what is essential in a dorm and just how to go about the overall transition.
What aspects of a detective career might persuade me to pursue that route over becoming a criminal lawyer?
I am interested in being a detective more, I just really do not want to be a cop first, and have heard mixed things about this route. I am aware they both require way different schooling, I just don't know anyone personally with experience to ask about this.
Would double-majoring in Architecture as an Interior Design major give me more job opportunities ?
Would it be better to major in Architecture and minor in Interior Design, or could I do both and have them carry equal weight in my studies? I am more interested in Interior Design, but I feel like Architecture offers broader job opportunities. #Spring25
How do interior designers successfully build a strong client base to establish themselves as independent professionals?
I’m going to school to study Interior Design, and I hope to work for myself in the future. How can I start early to share my work with the world? #Spring25
What are your opinions/experiences in travel nursing ?
I want to pursue nursing but I also would love to travel. I've heard of travel nursing, but I'm not sure if its worth it. #Spring25
What are your go-to strategies for managing common classroom challenges in an elementary classroom?
I'm a senior in high school looking to study elementary education next year.
How often will I be asked to relocate as a travel nurse? What will be the duration of each move?
I'm interested in becoming a RN first, then gaining enough experience to become a travel nurse. I wanted to know how often I would actually move as a real travel nurse.
What is the necessary education and career path towards becoming a nurse anesthetist and how long does it typically take?
What are the steps necessary to become a nurse anesthetist?
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