Massachusetts, USA
What kinds of different jobs and degrees can I get that have to do with ecology?
I want to do something to do with ecology but I’m not sure what jobs you can get with which degrees and what degree i should get/major in.
If I want to get into crime scene investigation or something g similar in the future, what should I study or prepare for?
I'm currently in 8th grade and have developed an interest in things related to crime. I often find myself writing out scenes and wondering how they could be solved, which has led me to my interest in this career path. I was just wondering what I'd need to study or what I should be prepared to...
What is the biggest struggle being an environmental police officer?
Im a 17 year old senior planningto study Enviromental science in college with the hopes of being an environmental police officer. Throughout talking to numerous current EPO's I've heard so many great things but I am still wondering what some of the struggles are.
How can I integrate my passion for psychology research with a career in data science?
I am currently a Junior majoring in psychology, but I want to start studies in applied mathematics as well and have a double major. After I graduate with my bachelor's, I am hoping to combine my skills and knowledge from both fields into one career. I enjoy solving puzzles and organization, and...
What is a piece of advice you would give to someone who wants to become an owner of a prosthetics and orthotics clinic and doesn't know how to get to that point?
I am a prosthetics and orthotics major and hope to some day own my own clinic or be a department head in a hospital, along with also having an impact on the costs covered of prosthetic and orthotic devices by health insurance companies. I am in my junior year of college and want to know if...
What steps should I take now as a Human Services student to prepare for a future career supporting veterans as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker #Fall25?
I am a Human Services student and my goal is to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker so I can work with veterans who face mental health challenges. I want to know what skills, experience, or opportunities I should focus on now while I’m still in school. Any guidance will help me plan my path.
Effects of becoming a Financial Advisor, if you couldn't prevent your loved ones from financial illiteracy?
Hello! I am a freshman at Bentley University studying Finance and Supply Chain Management with a minor in Business Law. In my free time I do research on investing and trading, but my part-time job takes up most of my time because of tuition burdens. I find that I care deeply about my community...
How do I ensure that I'll have a job in the performing arts post-graduation?
Freshman at Emerson College looking to go into acting and/or arts management! #Fall25
What are the best ways to prepare for a college interview?
I am a high school senior and I am preparing to interview with some colleges, what sort of questions should I prepare for? Thank you!
What is the best way to stay on top of assignments and motivated in college? #Fall25
I'm senior who has just finished applying to colleges and have heard back from four. I am interested in animal science, specifically nutrition. It's my ultimate goal to earn a masters degree in the field, and I want to set myself up for success as an incoming freshman!
Where can I find easy to win scholarships? #Fall25
Maybe some that not a lot of people enter so there is a better chance of winning?
Should I try and apply for a dual-degree program?
I feel as though it is a very good program that could open my career to many different job opportunities and if I don't want to go through on one side, I could go through on the other which seems extremely enticing. I feel as though the only real downside to it is the fact that I will have...
How do I become an actor at age 14 and I want to be on TV now?
I am 14 and I want to be an actor NOW and want to be on Tv. I need help of HOW to get started and there are no acting classes at my school.
What is the BS/MD Program like to get into a medical career#Fall25?
To all BS/MD program participants... How did you get in? What was it like? Would you suggest it to someone who wants to become a General Surgeon? Does it matter which one? For example, Brown's PLME vs. Union's BS/MD program with Albany Medical College?
Thank you!
Should I continue doing extracurriculars/sports I don't love anymore since they will make my college application look better?
I'm a junior, and I'm not as interested in some of my extracurriculars as I used to be. I feel like I'm only doing them because I don't want to quit when I'll be applying to college next year, but they're also making it harder to find time for the things I enjoy. My parents cautioned me against...
What careers might suit someone interested in both STEM and the humanities?
I'm a HS junior and I've always been interested in both STEM and the humanities. I especially like science, computer programming, and history. I've struggled to narrow down specific careers I would like to pursue, since I'd really like to combine multiple of my interests. I know that I could...
What can I do to narrow down my options for a career in medicine?
I'm a high school student who is really interested in going in to the medical field after college. I'm currently taking three biology related courses at school (biology, neuroscience, and anatomy and physiology) and I want to narrow down my options to a specific field of medicine to specialize...
How should I decide my major for college?
I’m now a junior in a high school, and I’m really confused with what major I’m willing to take in college. I have some experience and knowledge about Psychology since I used to be really interested in learning something related to Psychology and brain. However, I’m getting more interest in...
Medical professionals (nurses in particular), how do you manage work-life balance ?
High School Student (Junior)
College Bound
Pre-Med
What are some careers or majors that involve coming up with solutions to climate change and related environmental issues?
I am interesting in environmental science, engineering, and law, but I want a career that allows me to brainstorm solutions for environmental issues. I am unsure if I have the right skillset for environmental engineering, but I do enjoy its job description. If I major in environmental science...
I love writing and am interested in pursuing it, but I'm unsure what my future would look like if I took writing seriously, and I don't want to make the wrong choice.
I love writing personal essays and stories, but what kind of career can I make out of that? I also love to cook / bake, but its always been a hobby. Now I'm not sure if I should think about taking it more seriously. I don't want to waste time by making the wrong decision about what I want to do.
What can I do in high school to prepare for a career in computer science?
I am a high school student and I want to go into a career in programming or data science and I am wondering if there is something I can do while I'm still in high school to prepare. What kind of internships or independent studies would help me get into a good college and later job...
What are good psychology courses to take? Is it worth it to go to an Ivy League school for psychology?
Should I do AP Psychology outside of my school? What clubs or programs could I join in either New York City or Pittsfield?
How long would I have to go to college for if I'm interested in American Sign Language interpretation?
I am interested in a career involving ASL, particularly being a translator or working in Deaf Education. How many years would I have to go to college? I researched it a bit and came up with about twelve years. This isn't an automatic deal breaker for me, but that is a very long time, and I want...
What major and job fits me?
I’m currently a high school student, the majors I’m interested in are business and computer science. Could you please give me some advice about which majors fit me in college. Also, I’m very confused about what job I can do if I’m interested in these majors. Additionally, my hobbies are fashion...
How to set up a good profile for internship as a high school student ?
Hi, I’m currently a junior, but I’m really passionate about learning my future career field. As I want to dig deeper into economic, I feel like finding internship is very important. However, the problem I’m having is not knowing what or how to start. I would be appreciated if someone help me...
How bad is the job market for data scientists and software engineers at an entry level position? Will it get worse with AI?
I am a high school student wondering about what career would be open for me. I like programming and computer science but I've heard that the job market is bad because so many people are interested in that kind of career and AI is taking jobs.
What high school jobs are helpful for some going in to the field of education?
Education is something that i very interested am going in to (specifically Special ed) what jobs suitable for a high school student would help best prepare me for a career in this field?
How can I get my novel published traditionally and find a publisher and editors that suit me financially and professionally and with my art?
I am 16 years old (a junior in high school) and have been writing my since I was 3 years old. I wrote my first novel in 3rd grade and have dreamed about being a published author for so long. My goal right now is to get published by the time I graduate or the summer of my freshman year of...
Is it possible for me to go to college to be a ASL translator if before college I only have very, very basic ASL knowledge ?
I have always been very interested in being an ASL translator. However, my family has been unable to afford programs to teach me. I have learned a little through online courses, but my knowledge is limited. And I am not even sure if what I do know is correct. I really want to enhance my signing...
How do I narrow down my options?
I have absolutely no idea what I want to do or what I what college major to choose. I know some of the things I'm interested in (writing, literature, music, philosophy, direct care) but how can I narrow it down?
How do you become a photoshoot model?
What is the height requirement for photoshoot models? How do you sign up to modeling agencies? how do you establish connections in the modeling industry? how do you get in contact with agencies?
What would a career in data science look like?
I'm a HS Junior and I love data representation and statistics, making lists, etc, so I'm considering going into data analytics/data science, but I'm not sure what a career in that field would actually look like.
How can I get into veterinary studies with little to no experience ?
I am currently a Junior in high school. I haven't had any experience with animals however, this year starting in November I will be going to an internship at an animal site. What are some step I can take to get more involved in animal studies.
How can I get into business management?
Im a junior in high school, I've had internships before, not never any connected to business, and I'm wondering where to start.
To All Surgeons: How did you become one, and what is your daily life like?
Hiya! I want to become a general Surgeon; therefore, I want to know what each type of surgeon experiences, both similarities and differences. I also want to know how you became a surgeon. What path did you take (starting from high school)? I've heard some became surgeons through the Navy. Would...
What are the best undergraduate colleges/programs for Surgery?
What are the best, or highly recommended, undergraduate colleges or programs for a high school senior aspiring to become a General Surgeon?
I understand that the university/med school thereafter is important, but I also want to know if the undergraduate school matters.
Thank you!
How does anyone move past the dread of having a job?
I'm serious! I really hate the idea of having a job, so how can anyone stand to have one? I've never had one before as a junior in high school, but the little work experience I do have tells me I could never do this every day for the rest of my life. I'm so lazy, I wish I could just live in...
What educational path should I take to do Textile Conservation What schools have programs for it??
What majors in college lead to a career in this field? How should I approach an educational path? What schools have good offering? Thanks!
What career options are there for someone who is learning Spanish and would like to use it regularly in the workplace?
I'm learning Spanish in school and would like to continue to pursue this after highschool and into college. What careers are there that include using Spanish language skills regularly, aside from teaching English abroad or teaching Spanish in the States? What do these careers look like?
What types of internships would be the most beneficial?
-High school student(Junior)
-College bound
-Interested in elementary education
-Interested in elementary education major
How do I start making my way onto the forensic path?
I am a high school student with A’s and B’s and I want to get into forensics. I love true crime documentaries and investigation.
What colleges should I look at if i’m interested in studying both classics and environmental engineering?
I would like to either double major or major in environmental engineering, minor in classics. I am also interested in environmental science
How does someone with little to no motivation choose their career path?
I'm a junior in high school, and while I have an interest in writing and many other kinds of art, I have little to no motivation to actually pursue these things or work at them, especially when it's such an uncertain field. I'm not sure I should bother trying to pursue something I like, and...
What jobs can I get out of biomedical engineering?
I’m interested in majoring in biomedical engineering but I am unsure of the job opportunities that come with it. I want ensure that I have a good career path in something I am passionate about.
What should I do as a high schooler to study for nursing school?
I am in 9th grade and am wondering what I should do to study for nursing school. I want to go into labor and delivery.
What are some good volunteering opportunities for a sophomore in high school related to the arts, communication, education, mental health, or anything similar? Online preferred.
Hello, I wanted to know if there's any volunteering I can do consistently/routinely that is meaningful and would stand out in college apps? Thank you!
What are some good career paths for an Artsy student who loves visual arts, fashion and humanities that wouldn't be affected by AI? The career path don't have to relate directly to arts -- top priority is for the job to pay really well, LOL.
I am going to be in 10th grade in the fall, and I honestly don't have a dream career or job in mind. I used to want to be an artist or do fashion-related jobs, but they don't pay as well as I would want. I am seeking advice for a career path that ensures me financial independence and stability...
What specific strategies, employer types, or short-term projects would you focus on over the next 30 days to land a U.S. job that will sponsor?
I’m finishing my STEM OPT year after an M.S. in Advanced & Intelligent Manufacturing (lots of additive-manufacturing R&D and defect-mitigation work). I’ve spent six months applying for mechanical / manufacturing roles but the H-1B sponsorship requirement keeps stalling my search.
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