Leominster, Massachusetts
What steps should I take in college to become an Astronomer after college?
I love Astronomy and Physics and Biology. I haven't decided on what I want to do yet in college, and I want to decide between these two areas. #physics #astronomy
What does a biomedical engineer's day look like on a daily basis?
I am a junior in high school interested in biomedical engineering.
Bachelors degree in Biology, now what?
Hi! I graduated on may with a bachelor degree in biology and now I feel totally lost. I originally wanted to go to med school but I took the MCAT and I did not do good plus my gpa is only 3.1. So, I was looking to get into any nursing program but I missed two classes so now I'm enrolled as a...
What are some careers if I'm interested in medicine and technology?
I'm interested in medicine because I want to be able to help people, but I also think technology (like computers) is really fun. I'm wondering what careers use both, so that I can combine these interests. #medicine #computer #healthcare #technology #healthcare-technology
How do I get started in design?
Design is a career field I may want to try out. I'm still in 8th grade, so I can't get a part time job yet. How can I get started in design, on my weekends? I like to read design blogs, and I capture things I like on Pinterest. Are there any really good starter books I can read or sites I can...
If I want to be a marine biologist, what activities should I do during high school?
I am not sure if I want to be a marine biologist but I might. I think it could be a fun job, and I could learn a lot about rare animals. If I want to be a marine biologist is there anything that I need to start doing now in high school to be prepared for college? #science #marine-biology...
What is "Business Development"?
Hi, I'm in high school and I think I'm going to work in advertising, but I am still learning about other options. Someone came to speak at our school and said that she worked "in business development". I couldn't figure out what she really does. What does business development really mean, and...
What programming language should I try to learn first?
I am just learning to program in high school, but I am already learning HTML and CSS and Javascript. What should my next programming language be? I am going to go to college and I would like to start learning my next language now so I can be ahead of things for college. I know that "it...
What do brand managers actually do?
I think that something in marketing might be a good career choice for me. I thought that maybe I could start in customer service and work my way up to brand management, but maybe that's not the right way to reach my goal. But I would like to also know what a brand manager actually does every...
What do I need to qualify for a customer service job?
I think there are some jobs in my area where I can work in customer service. What do I need to qualify for a customer service job? Do I need to have a certain college major, or can I go straight from high school. Do I need previous experience? Every job seems to require previous experience, so...
What types of careers offer traveling?
I just want to travel and wake up with a new beautiful view once or twice a week. #career #travel
What would be a good area to live in when you're considering to be a psychologist?
I'm a senior in high school. I want to look for colleges in the area where I should start to live my life. Suggestions? #psychology
What's the difference between an immunologist and a pathologist, and what courses/degrees would one have to take to become either of these?
I would like to become a scientist who develops cures/methods for diseases. I'm not yet sure if these would be viruses, autoimmune diseases, bacterial, and so forth. I would preferably be working in a lab, but not be a practicing doctor. I'm confused on the name(s) of these fields and what...
What is the path to becoming a high school guidance counselor?
I'm interested in working in education, and I want to know how much schooling I need to become a guidance counselor. #education #counseling
How do I become a school psychologist?
I would really like to work with high school students as a psychologist. What do I have to do to make that happen. I am currently a senior in high school. #school #psychologist
How much money can I make if I work at a restaurant?
I think that I want to work during college to make more money. I never worked at a restaurant before but I know that you make most of your money from the tips. So if you work at a restaurant part time while you are doing your college work can you please tell me how much money you think you...
What are some ways I can be better at speaking confidently?
Every time I get called on in class or I have to present to the whole class I get really nervous, ESPECIALLY if I have to stand up when I'm doing it!! I tried to speak at home in the mirror to practice because my teacher suggested it but it feels silly. Some of the other students are more proud...
Was it hard to have a job during college?
I want to go to a four year college in Boston, and I think I am going to need to work during college. I will have some scholarships and maybe loans but I heard that they don't pay for books or food. For people who worked during college, was it hard? What did you do for your job and how did you...
What is a job in industrial design like?
Hi, I'm in 8th grade and I am curious to hear from industrial designers. I heard that industrial designers design all of the things that we use in homes and schools. But what is a job in industrial design actually like? Are you like an artist? I want to imagine if I would like the job or not....
How do I know if I have what it takes to be a programmer?
I think maybe I want to be a computer programmer, and make websites. How do I know if I have what it takes to be successful? I really want to know the truth. For example do I need a certain amount of grades? Or is there something I can do to figure out if I am not good enough? Sometimes people...
How did you figure out what you wanted to do for your career?
I'm in junior year in highschool. Sometimes I have some ideas for what I want to be, but most of the time I really have no idea. I think I should have better ideas so I can go to college with some kind of plan. When did you know what you wanted to do for your career? #career-options
What do advertising people really do?
Everywhere I go I see advertisements. Who makes them and how do you get a job in advertising? I watched some mad men, but does it still work that way? What are the jobs I can get out of college in advertising and how do I decide which of the jobs are best for me? #marketing #advertising...
What is the worst kind of day in your job in software engineering?
I wonder if there's something bad about being in software engineering. What's the worst thing about your job in the form of a day that might be really tough for you or unpleasant? I do not want to tell you what my guess is, because I want to know what the real answer is based on your...
What does one or a few types of typical days look like for you if you're a game designer?
I just asked this question about programming but I want to ask also for game designers. Are you mostly drawing all day in a studio? What does it feel like and what do you actually do? Do you only work on one game at a time? If there are different types of days, I would really like to know what...
What does one or a few types of typical days look like for you if you're a software engineer?
I know that you write codes but what does it feel like and what do you actually do? Do you just get an email with code you need to write and then you spend all day writing code? Do you get lots of breaks? If there are a few different types of days, please let me know what the types are. I would...
Do you really use math in your job?
For people who work with computers, did your highschool math class really teach you anything that you use in your job? Sometimes math class is okay, but most of the time its just really really really boring. Do I even need to know this stuff? Sometimes I get the work, but some of the really...
What's the difference between a computer programmer and a software engineer?
Some people say I should be a programmer, but I can't figure out the difference from a software engineer. Please help. #engineer #computer #software #programming
How did you become confident in your programming abilities?
I started trying to learn to program, and I want to ask professional programmers how you became confident in your skills. Did it take you a long time? When did you know you were really awesome at programming? #engineering #programming #confidence
What's the best way / place to learn about new programming technologies?
It seems like everyday there are new apps and things coming out. It makes it hard to decide what to learn. What's the best places to find out what I should look into more if I want to become a programmer? I heard I can ask questions about getting into video gaming, and I like that, but I don't...
Did you have an internship in high school? For marketing people please.
I'm really interested in working in marketing, and my school said that I should try to get an internship in the summer. But I have plans for camp in the summers and I don't know if I can do an internship. Do I really need an internship? For people who work in marketing, did you have an...
How much can I get paid after I finish college for programming?
I heard that there are a lot of jobs in programming, and my school has a class where we can learn to program computers. I'm going to take it next year I think. How much money do people make after they finish college for programming? I don't really know how much scholarships I'm going to get for...
Is being a restaurant owner and an interior designer possible to do at the same time
Does anyone think it is possible to be a **Restaurant Owner** and **Interior Designer** at the same time? I want to do this but my navy life and my girlfriends mother thinks it is impossible. I need insight on this topic #design #interior #restaurant
What is the difference between computer engineer and computer programmer?
I'm very interested in working with computer, but don't know what the difference is between these two. #engineering #computer-engineer
What are different career options if I am interested in computers?
I have heard about computer engineers and computer programmers, but I' wondering what other career options are out there if I like computers? Specifically, I like the internet, and being able to talk to my friends and people all over the world. #computer #computer-engineer #programmer
What careers allow me to help society peacefully?
I am a 20 year old architectural engineering student (year 2) and I have to start college over and I want to choose a different career as I thought that architecture isn't doing enough serving people and the society for me, I thought of being a police officer/detective but then I realized that...
If not to learn, why go to school?
There's a strong sentiment that most "kids" who go to college, go to party and cut loose, rather than to learn/better themselves. Yet there's an entire group of people who work two-jobs just so they can go to school. I'm curious (on all education levels) why people go to school if not to...
What are some good colleges that offer journalism majors?
I am an English lover, but I also love writing about my experiences and places I have traveled. So, I have decided to consider majoring in journalism. Any suggestions? #journalism #college-majors
What is the best major for me to pursue in college if I want to be an event planner?
I want to be an event producer, however there are very few schools who offer that major. Event planning is a major, however it most likely won't provide me with the best degree in order to be flexible in my job choice after college. Therefore, I was wondering what would be the next best thing...
Is most of your day spent working when being a detective?
I want to know how much of my day will be used due to this since thats what i want to be. #detective
Does it sometimes become freaky when being a surgeon?
I am 15 years old and I am very interested in being a surgen. Please help' #surgery #surgeon
What helped lead you on the path to photography?
I love taking pictures. I would love to make it my career. I want to know what made you decide you wanted to be a photographer. #photography
Does it ever get scary when working with crimes?
Crimes scare me. However, i find it interesting. I want to know if fear is ever a problem when working with crimes. #criminal #crime #investigation
Do you ever feel like it gets gross when being a nurse?
I dont like germs but, nurses interest me. I want to know if you ignore the germs when being a nurse. Please help! #nurse
Does being a chef ever become stressful?
I am 15 years old. I am interesting in cooking. I hear so many people complain about cooking. I want to know how stressful it is for a professional, if it is stressful at all. #chef #cooking
What is the biggest challenge when being an obgyn?
I am in 10th grade. I am very interested in this. I would like to know what challenge I should look out for. Please help!
Are you most likely to find a career through highschool internships?
I am a sophomore and my school does internships. People have told me that they lead to great careers sometimes. I want to know if this is true. Please help! #internships
How long did it take to get rid of stage fright when being an actress/ actor?
I am 15 years old. I am very interested in acting and being the center of attention. However, I get shy and start having stage fright. Please help me if you can! #arts #theatre #actor #actress
How much time of your day is dedicated to work when being a lawyer?
Looking at real-life crimes and working with them is entertainment for me. That is why I am very interested in being a lawyer. Please help me figure out how much "me time" I will have with this job. #business #law #lawyer
How many years of college will it take if I want to own my own business?
My family has owned a club before. I would love to get the chance to own a business. I want to know how many years in college it will take. Please help, I am really interested! #business
At what age did you start dancing? What college did you attend for dancing?
I am 15 years old and I am really into dance. I havent really danced for a legit team. But I would love to major in dance. #arts #dance #dancing
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