Lansing, Michigan

How do you respond to "tell me a bit about yourself" professionally?
I've been asked this a lot recently in scholarship applications, and I never know how to respond in a way that sounds professional. Starting with "my name is..." feels redundant when your application already has it listed. I just have no idea how to start.

What do you look for in a part-time job in a new city?
I'm moving to Orlando for college and I know I'll be needing a job to help support the costs, but I don't have a lot of experience job hunting. What's the norm for part-time gigs in Florida, and what are red flags?

Can working an internship in undergrad be the difference between succeeding post-grad in finding a job you are passionate about or not? #Spring25
I'm an upcoming 2nd year in undergrad. I'm planning on majoring in economics and international studies, and I'm interested in working in economic and environmental policy.

What jobs would be recommended for someone wanting to pursue Astrogeology, but is worried about long-term job security?
My dream has always been to do some kind of Astrogeology and study incoming samples from space. Seeing as we are in uncertain times for space research, are there any jobs outside of working for Musk that anyone would recommend that seem to have a secure place in the industry? I want to change...

What are the key phases of a construction project? How do you manage construction schedules and timelines? #Spring25
I am a senior in high school. I am currently doing construction technology in the career center and will be studying construction management in college.

What are the best strategies for taking summer classes?
Especially for medical or healthcare related classes.

How much of fashion merchandising is related to learning about businesses and how you can improve those businesses?
I am a college freshman and am going into the field mostly blind but wanting to learn more about the way this degree applies in the field. I have been working in retail for several years and would like to see things more from the business end about how and why things are chosen and what...

Do I need a portfolio to start a career in UX Design?
I've taught myself web design and want to pursue a career in UX design, but I have no professional portfolio. Is it necessary to make one without any real experience, or can I get a job without one?



Where can I learn more about nursing and hospital-and-health-care?
I want to learn these since I am trying to work in the medical field once I graduate high school. So if anyone has any suggestions I would love to hear about them.

How can I start to learn more about some different kinds of medicine, college, and nursing.?
How can I start to learn more about some different kinds of medicine, college, and nursing. They seem to be a bit interesting to me. Especially nursing.


What grade is the best to teach?
I'm about to go into college but I don't know if I want to do elementary or secondary teaching. I want to know what grade is the best to teach before I make my choice.

What are things to help me become a therapist?
What are some challenges that come when trying to become a therapist? What classes can I take now in high school to help me develop the skills of a therapist?
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