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Robotics Engineering
Many times i have looked and worked with FRC robots at school and thought i like all the aspects of making a robots. I believe i want to be a robotics engineer, but what do i need ? What is the difference between a robotics engineer and a double major in electrical and mechanical engineers? Are...
Coding a Log In/Sign Up
Is there an easier way to code a log in without using PHP? I don't want a set log in. #computer-science #computer-software #coding #computer-networking
CalTech-Dream School
My dream school is CalTech i want to become a robotics or electrical engineer. Im an incoming Junior what are some tips to begin preparing or some things that i should look out for? #university #electrical-engineering #university-applications #robotics-engineer #school-counseling
Where/what companies should a second year college student look to in order to find summer internships in consulting?
I'm a second year student majoring in English/Economics at Stanford University, and I'm interested in learning more about consulting/figuring out if its a good professional fit for me. #business #consulting #business-analysis #management-consulting
What companies similar to Boeing offer High School Student Internships?
I plan to persue a career in Robotics Engineering and I want to apply for an Internship at some places like Google, JPL, or any company that deals with machine learning or robotics. The only problem I face is that I am a high school student and all I find are opportunities for university...
What is the best way to get me to stop telling myself that I'm not 'good enough' for a certain college?
I'm asking this question because I'm a high schooler who will be going through the college admissions process in a year a so, and I know many high schoolers are angry, frustrated, and stressed out over getting into a 'good' college. So I wanted to know how we can tell ourselves that life isn't...
Is it more important to go to a prestigious college/uni or to go to another college/uni that is more unknown, but cheaper?
What are the pros and cons of going to a prestigious college/uni (ie Ivy League)? Is it worth it? Will I be able to have the same quality of education elsewhere? #college #education #university #colleges #ivy-league
What are some examples of questions asked in an interview?
Can you offer any examples of commonly asked questions in a job interview? Thank you! #job #interviews
What do I do if I suspect that one of my parents is unsupportive of me going to college?
As a current high school graduate, I'm looking forward to starting off at my community college this fall. I finished registration and got my financial aid straightened out, and FAFSA looks like It could really help me. During my spare time< I scroll online for any scholarships that could...
What are some important things to do post-internship?
Now that an internship is over, what can I do to make sure I make the most out of it? How do I keep contact with my employers to make sure they are still in my "network"? #high-school #internship #employer
Does the highschool you go to matter in the end?
I am moving to a new house and have the option of staying at the same school I have gone to for two years but I also have the chance of getting to change to go to a different school. The school I currently go to does not give me the option of taking the AP classes I want for my junior year...
What should I do, how do I become more aware of what I want to do?
I'm a High School Student and am about to enter my junior year which I have heard is the most important life changing year... ever. I am stuck in between wanting to be a Film Director or go into the Engineering field. I have no experience in either and my father gave me advice to look for...
I finished my bachelor degree in math, however I really want to go to grad school for automotive engineering. But the problem is so many programs here in US do not consider applicants without engineering background, what can I do?
I finished my bachelor degree in math, however I really want to go to grad school for automotive engineering. But the problem is so many programs here in US do not consider applicants without engineering background, what can I do? Also what can I do to gain some experience in the auto...
A.A in Journalism, B.A in Comm?
Hello, I am currently completing my general education classes in city college and I was planning to take additional classes to complete the Communications program as well, however, I've always had an interest for writing. My ultimate career goal is to work in editing. I have done my research...
If I plan to go to law school a few years after graduation and I am a rising senior now, what should I be doing now to prepare for applying?
I want to take a break and get work experience before I apply. I am a little worried about recommendations and whether waiting a couple years is fine. #attorney
Will an engineer be able to afford a 100 k dollar car?
Im a chemical engineer in my senior year and I've dreaming of owning a nissan gtr. Ive been wanting to ask this question since i started this major lol How soon will i be able to get or will i be able to get at all?
How difficult is it now for an engineer to get a job than in the 90s?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and it seems that technology and businesses are growing outstandingly but at the same time social media says that right now there are no jobs out there. It will be really helpful to get intel from a real professional.
What would I need to major in if I'm interested in both math and art?
As a currently graduating senior in high school, I will be going to a community college to complete my prerequisites and the transfer to a four year university. Although I'm a little shaky on choosing a major, One of my long time interests is art; I've been drawing and experimenting since I was...
When applying for a job, is it necessary to have every popular social app? such as facebook or twitter
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and i have every social but Facebook and twitter are the least i use. Im very active on snapchat, instagram, and linked in. Will a "recruiter", not sure what they are called, be asking for any social app? #college #engineering #engineer #job...
For an engineering profession, will an engineer be required to have taken the FE Exam? (Fundamentals of Engineering)
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and my advisor said that if i take the FE exam, i wont have to take a engineering elective but i have seen a FE practice exam and i haven't taken the proper class that i will be taking until my last semester. I would like to know if in the...
Should the rigorousness of a job be considered for when choosing a career?
Ever since 3rd grade, I have put myself in more rigorous academic situations (specifically Gifted and Talent and the International Baccalaureate Program) and I respond well to hard work. Will all of the difficult courses I have been taking, I started to look at jobs that require a lot more...
What do you suggest doing when the majors you're interested in are vastly different and require very different schooling?
I am interested in early education or being a pediatrician. I do not know what type of schooling I'll be able to afford and do not have enough basis to make a decision likely until a few years into college. Unfortunately, these two majors seem to require extremely different schooling and I do...
If I earn a bachelor's degree in Political Science and Public Health Policy, what are a few of the best graduate schools I can further my education in?
These next four years, I will be working hard to earn my undergraduate degree. However, I want to know some of the best graduate schools that will assist me into becoming a community public official. #law #government #politics
Will double majoring in Public Health Policy and Political Science serve as a good first step to become a politically involved public official?
I aspire to become a public official in a community, such as a mayor etc. I want to become more informed about politics, law and how communities work in order to help guide and improve them. #law #government #politics
Is being good at physics directly correlated to being a good engineer?
I am a college student studying aerospace engineering. I have taken three college physics courses (mechanics, waves, electricity/magnetism) and have gotten a C, B-, and C+ respectively. I have studied extremely hard for these classes, but I think my underlying downfall was my lack of thorough...
What should I pay attention to or do as an intern, especially as a computer science major aspiring to be a software engineer?
I will be working on application development as an intern and am looking for advice on networking/opportunities I should look for/people I should talk to/specific topics or projects I should get ask to get involved in/how to establish relationship with manager etc. #computer #software #intern
How much would a masters degree in computer science benefit me if I want to be a software engineer in the near future but unsure in the long run?
I am a computer science major junior, and right now I am considering if I should pursue a BS/MS 5-year program offered at my school. I am considering working as a software engineer but am unsure about my long-term professional goals. #engineer #computer #software
What do you think is the biggest problem in medicine, and why?
I am asking becuase every family has been hit hard by a medical issue, whether it be heart, brain, or general. #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care #doctor
Have you withheld any beneficial care from your patients lately because of their wishes, against the wishes of their child?
I was thinking about the ethics of medicine which led me to this question. In this scenario, the patient has been in a horrible accident, the patient is 65, and is now on life support. This life support is the only thing keeping the patient alive. The patient's daughter who is 30 wants to...
In an interview for a profession, will you get asked if you have any tattoos?
I'm a chemical engineering student in my senior year. I don't know many people who work in a profession such as engineering or business, but, is it common for those big corporations to ask you if you any tattoos? #college #engineering #career #engineer #interviews #hire #tattoos
What are some things to prepare for when searching for a part time job?
I wanted to know if there were some interview questions to keep in mind and how a person should dress when inquiring for a position. #hiring
What are great places for a first part time job?
I am currently in high school and I am 16 years old (turning 17 by the end of the year). Recently I have been wanting to help my parents with paying my phone bill and learning to manage responsibilities. I don't have any valid working experience, so I want different suggestions. #experienced...
Does having more volunteer work on your resume look better than having regular job experience?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and because my major makes it hard for me to have a job, i only have time to do volunteer work. i want to know if that can help me in being considered for a job. #college #engineering #engineer #interviews #volunteering #volunteer #hire
How different is college and high school?
I have been attending the same charter school for over 9 years. Transitioning into a new environment is going to be harder on me because I've grown up and gotten used to certain people for half of my life. I just want to be prepared and know what to expect before I go into college. #person
How will I know of college is the right step for me?
In my family, I am apart of the first generation to attend college. Recently, I've gained some doubts about going to college, because most of my family is not supportive of me attending college. I have been accepted to my dream school and enrolled, but I don't know if I'll be able to continue...
What’s the latest and greatest book you’ve read related to mental health, psychology or psychotherapy?
I am always looking for more educational material to read and learn from. These topics in particular are what I am interested in going into as far as careers go. #psychology #career-advice #mental-health #psychotherapy #books
As a counselor or other psychology professional, how do you mentally handle the stress of being unable to help a patient?
I am interested in beginning a career in child developmental psychology as a counselor. #psychology #counselor
Am I making a good career choice or should I consider other options?
I am a high school senior currently taking computer animation and graphic design. I enjoy art, drawing, and computers and this field combines all of my passions into one. #career #general
How do I know if I made the right choice in choosing the university I will be attending in the fall?
I am a high school senior currently studying computer animation and graphic design in my school. I enjoy both art and computers and this field combines both of my passions into one. With so many schools out there it is hard to choose the right one. #general #graphic-design #animation...
Is it a good idea to work out of the country after college?
I want travel and exploration of other cultures to be part of my career, but I don't know how necessarily easy it would be for me to do that as a broke college student. What are your recommendations? thank you! #travel #financial-aid #international-affairs
What kind of job allows me to travel the world?
I am interested in the international relations/politics/non-profit work area and I was wondering if that type of career path would allow me to travel as an important part of my job. If not, what career would? #travel #international #politics #international-affairs
What is it like working as a chemical engineer in the refinery industry?
I am going to be a chemical engineering major at Northwestern University in the fall. #chemical-engineer
What kind of roles do chemical engineers play in the renewable energy field.
I am a chemical engineering major at Northwestern University. #chemical-engineer #renewable-energy
How will I know if the career I am aiming for will be the right choice for me?
I am a tenth grader at my high school and I am still undecided on what I plan to do with my life. I am pretty much open to anything in the world from the military to a teacher to a doctor, but I am nervous that I will make a choice than regret it later on in my life. #doctor #professor...
Do men get paid more in engineering than woman and if so, why is that?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year and my sister also wants to become an engineer so that she may have good paying job, but it requires a lot of sacrifice. Is it worth it for woman to become engineers even though they don't get paid as much as men? #college #engineering...
Do Latinos have a less chance of getting a job?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year. Also, I'm a Mexican living in southern California. It seems that in most white collar professions are dominated by white people. No offense intended. But, does being latino lower the chances of you getting hired? #engineer #job #hire...
When getting/applying for a job, does being good-looking help you on getting hired?
I'm a chemical engineering student in my senior year. In engineering, most guys in engineering don't really care about their appearance but they are definitely very intelligent. Aside from surviving the classes, I'm very physically active and i like to dress very clean. I want to know if all of...
Does age affect your chances of getting hired or not and if so, what can i do about it?
Im a chemical engineering student in my senior year. My major requires a lot of units and time, therefore, when i graduate I'm going to be 23. It seems that companies want someone older because they may be more responsible. That is why i want to know if age does matter and what can i do about....
As someone who one day wants to open up his own business, what are some general tips for creating a good business plan?
I want to create a clothing company from the ground up and could use some advice on setting up a good business plan before I begin building my company. #business #finance #marketing #entrepreneurship #sales #web-marketing
I am looking to start investing my money into stocks, what are some good tips to get started?
I want to become a smart investor, and I want to learn how to make my money work for me. #finance
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