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How do I decide between a stable, well-defined career path and a riskier path that could lead to greater innovation or impact?
I’m a high school senior with my intended major as civil engineering. I'm really into puzzles and other problems that require one to think outside the box. I know the value of stable and structured journeys, but what truly excites me is innovation and bigger-picture impact. This discord prompts...
What is it like being an RA Is it worth working as one or should you just get a normal part time job? Also what would the pay be for one who works both semesters? Would room and board be free? #Spring26 ?
What is it like being an RA? Is it worth working as one or should you just get a normal part time job? Also what would the pay be for one who works both semesters? Would room and board be free?
How do I build a graphic design portfolio that stands out when applying for my first job after graduation?
Hi! I'm a college sophomore majoring in graphic design with an expected graduation date of 2029. I've been making art my whole life across many different mediums, and I'm proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. My goal is to enter the design industry after graduation, but I...
How will Ai affect the future of engineering? Will it take over or just enhance it?
Is engineering a good field to go into right now and if so will it still be good in 2029?
Looking back on your career, what do you wish you had started doing earlier in college to prepare for this kind of path?
I'm a freshman studying Strategic Design and Management at Parsons and hope to work in branding, creative strategy, or innovation leadership after college. Looking back on your career, what do you wish you had started doing earlier in college to prepare for this kind of path? Thank you so much...
What steps did you take to formulate a well-structured thesis to answer a research question of your interest?
I am passionate about eating disorders as I am currently undergoing recovery for mine. I would love to research more about the disparities in the demographics of anorexia specifically as a professional psychologist. However, I am having trouble surfing through literature and coming up with a...
How do I know if I should switch career paths after being set on only one for my whole life, and what has helped others in making that decision? #Spring26
I am a first year biology major student and I wanted to be a veterinarian for almost my whole life with dreams and plans built around that. However, I have been thinking about possibly switching to something like pharmacy because I found it is something I am really interested in as well. What...
What are the main industries where I-O psychologists work ?
How is I-O psychology different from clinical or counseling psychology in real jobs? What kinds of problems do companies usually hire I-O psychologists to solve?
What type of internship/job is recommended for a pre-vet major Would volunteer at a clinic suffice or need to see more? #Spring26
What type of internship/job is recommended for a pre-vet major? Would volunteer at a clinic suffice or need to see more? #Spring26
What type of internship should I get during my first summer after freshman year as an Environmental and Interior Design major?
Should I join a student association of interior designers? Should I get a mentor? How do I find interior design firms that are looking for interns ? #Spring26
How do you balance taking advantage of opportunities in college without overcommitting yourself?
Throughout high school I consistently overcommitted myself to a plethora of diverse activities like robotics, marching band, and theater. How do I help ensure I'm able to prioritize personal health and success at a university that has such abundant oppurtunity?
How do I go about making connections that will help me in the long run ?
Hi, my name is Joanne and I am a rising college freshman! My question is about how do I go about making connections that will help me in the long run? Do I simply just make friends, or do I specify that my intent is to broaden my network for future purposes? Is this a common consensus amongst...
If you could go back and do college again knowing what you know now about the path to biomedical engineering, anesthesiology, or the healthcare field in general what would you have done differently or prioritize differently to build a strong foundation to better prepare you for the field What is something you would go back and change to better set you up for success before even going into the healthcare field?
Hi! I am trying to become and anesthesiologist or biomedical engineer I have a strong interest in the healthcare field. I am nervous about starting my career because I know the Pre-med track is very demanding, but I would just like some tips on how to be well prepared for everything that comes...
How do you see AI impacting Nursing Careers in the future?
How do you see AI impacting Nursing careers in the future? I am looking to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and I am concerned that AI will become a problem for my industry.
Is Salesforce Data Cloud actually becoming important for CRM and AI careers?
I’ve been exploring the Salesforce ecosystem recently and keep seeing a lot of talk about Data Cloud especially around AI and customer data unification. I’m honestly trying to figure out how important it really is in real jobs and not just in marketing content. From people actually working in...
How do you motivate to keep going even when you feel like you can't?
It is so hard to find motivation to do assignments during college especially a major that's very science heavy and requires a lot of writing and research, any tips?
How can I connect my Financial Mathematics major to real-world finance careers and projects?
I am an undergraduate sophomore student majoring in Financial Mathematics, and lately I have been feeling a little lost. I genuinely enjoy mathematics and feel confident in understanding logical reasoning, problem-solving, and mathematical ideas. However, I often struggle to see how these...
What would be the best course of action for looking for Psychology Internships/Part-time Job?
I want to be a Child Psychologist or Marriage/Family Therapist and I want to find a way to implement myself into the field to build connections and gain experience.
How do I engage with music in a meaningful way as a career path?What opportunities exist post-college for a music major (no matter the concentration), and what steps should I take to achieve them?
Asking for a friend! I am currently admitted to ten schools as a music performance major, but am also contemplating a switch to music ed due to what I believe is a higher amount of job security.
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How can I prepare myself not only academically but also emotionally to face the realities of healthcare and what does it take to build a resilience to it without losing empathy?
I'm 17 years old and about to graduate high school on a career path that is entirely new to me. Everything has always went smoothly for me academic wise and that an area that I've always succeeded in but I don't know how I'll do when faced with the emotional side. I've grown up taking care of...
What is the most rewarding part of working in forest conservation?
I am a 26 year old who recently got accepted at SUNY ESF’s ranger school. I will be getting a secondary associate’s degree and look forward to moving on with a 4-year degree. I would love to work in the national parks as a scientist, helping work with the forests and wild places of our...
In what way's do you think that Computer Engineering has influenced your life after college? #Spring26
I'm a high school senior and I'm planning on majoring in computer engineering and I just wanted to know how life after college would look like with finding jobs and working conditions and all to better prepare myself for the future and knowing whether I actually want to take this major.
How wanted or in demand are concept designers?
I think this is the job I want to do after college and I want to know if it is one that even has current open opportunities. I would mainly focus on characters, but could do other things as well.
How do i get my foot in the door towards enjoyable roles in charity/sales?
As a second year student with ~6 months of marketing experience through internships, I’ve found 1 involving sales, which made me want to pursue roles in the field. However, I want my work to contribute towards a greater good, such as cancer awareness, assisting children in poverty, etc. rather...
What fields can communication majors go into?
I'm currently trying to figure out the path I can take with this major being that its broad and has many paths, I want to get a step into the right one. Any help is needed, Thank you.
As an accounting major with a graphic communication minor, how do I stand out to recruiters and get valuable skills to get and succeed in a job?
I already have a good resume and participate in a lot of clubs and programs, and am currently waiting for documents (change to an international student) to hopefully start an internship.
How good do your math skills need to be to be a forensic scientist? #Spring26
I’m a current high schooler who’s interested in majoring in chemistry, physics, some type of engineering, or forensic science. I’m aware that I’ll need algebra and/or calculus for those other majors, but what about forensic science? What’s the highest level of math I’ll need, algebra? I’m...
What mindset or habits should I start developing now to turn my college experience into long-term career success??
- High School Senior
- Planning to be an International Business Major
How would you suggest I go about inquiring about a summer internship with a game design company whose site shows an area to sign up for internships, but doesn't appear to allow outsiders to sign up for them?
I am very interested in connecting with someone from SONY NY to inquire, however I'm not having any luck. I'm currently completing my freshman year of college, majoring in Visual Arts & Technology with a concertation in game design, and feel a game development company would be such great...
Will my marketing degree ensure me a stable job, or should I switch paths? #Spring2026
I decided to do marketing after doing a summer internship, where I realized I was really good at content creation and idea generation. However, I also realized that AI may take over marketing. What should I do? Should I switch over to a major that is guaranteed stability, or stick with what...
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