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Karen Aug 08, 2016 1205 views

What role does competition play in your career?

Although I have not yet started a career, competition has arose to be a challenging factor as a high school student. I see myself trying to do the best that I can do in my classes, but once I see someone else doing a little better than me, I don't find myself trying to outpace the other. I have...

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Leticia Aug 08, 2016 859 views

How strict are law firms and other legal institutions with their age or education requirements for their internships?

Most places I want to intern at either have educational or age requirements that I do not meet as a high schooler, restricting my chance of getting an internship. I plan to major in political science when I go to college and would love some exposure to the legal and governmental world by...

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Karen Aug 07, 2016 1730 views

Should I choose the job I love or the job that makes me money?

Looking back at my 16 years of life, I would have never thought I would have to choose between doing what I love and making money. As a little girl, I always dreamed of being a teacher. I looked up to the agents of change at my school and appreciated all of the things they do for me and the...

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Karen Aug 07, 2016 2355 views

In high school, is it better to take career-related classes or classes that are pretty unnecessary to your future but are fun for you?

In high school, classes are separated into core classes (main subjects like Mathematics, English, Science, etc.) and electives (classes outside a required curriculum like Creative Writing, Band, Ceramics, etc.). Electives may not seem that important because they are more of a "just because"...

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Karen Aug 07, 2016 1179 views

What are the essential skills you need to possess when on the search for a job/career. How would I develop and practice these skills as a high school student?

Many have started their job/career lives during high school, whether it be a summer job or necessary part-time work during the school year. Many high school students have also gone out to look for a job, but have come back without a single "You're hired!". I would like to know if there are...

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 984 views

How do you gain experience when employers are only looking for workers with experience?

I had numerous experiences where my older brother, who is 20 years and old and going into his third year of college, would come home disappointed that the place he applied for previously did not accept him. Many of these places require outside experiences, but how is it possible to gain that...

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 2092 views

Which is more important when choosing a job: salary or work-life balance?

As a high school student, I have many needs and wants throughout the school year. Obviously, I would have to financially support myself if many of my desires are a bit pricey or my parents are no longer supporting me financially (other than food, shelter, etc.) Is it better to take up a...

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 1208 views

What are some ways a high school student is able to answer the age-old question: "What do I want to do for the rest of my life?"

I am a student going into my third year of high school, another year closer to college and choosing the career path I want to walk down. I have always wanted a career where I will be happy doing the work that I am doing. I never would want to force myself to do something that I would regret....

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Karen Aug 06, 2016 1090 views

Would taking up a part-time job during the school year be too stressful on me? (Third-Year High School Student)

I am a student going into my third year of high school and was very interested in taking up a summer job to support my financial needs and wants. I was only looking for a part-time job that would last from July to August because I would be very busy in the start of the new school year (I...

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Perry Aug 04, 2016 1249 views

How do the UK and US high school and college systems compare?

It is generally stated that the UK system is more disciplined while has more structure and the US system enforces more creative, personal, and "out of the box" thinking. However, is there any specific reason on system may be better than the other? #college #higher-education #secondary-education

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Jonathan Aug 01, 2016 4823 views

What career would combine cars and computers?

I absolutely love cars and computers. I tinker around with both a lot, because it's what I'm most interested in. It's my dream job working with a computer in a car or something like that. #computer

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Karina Jul 29, 2016 937 views

Why are Honor College Programs important?

I never really heard that much about honor college programs before so i wanted to learn more. #college #college-advice

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Perry Jul 17, 2016 1135 views

When choosing colleges, should ranking be valued over opportunities and experiences.

I am currently in the process of applying to colleges, and will probably be studying business. Within business school rankings, RI am seriously considering two schools. However, business, in my opinion, is a very experience-based subject. I believe that despite your education quality and level,...

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Luz Jul 17, 2016 914 views

What job options or internship opportunities are there for animators?

I'm in college majoring in 3D Animation and I'd like to know where I can start my career. I feel like experience is the best way to get out there and I'd love to know the options that are available to me as a college student.
#internships #animation #computer-animation

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Alyssa Jul 15, 2016 1270 views

How do you write a resume?

I believe that there should be classes one could take to make themselves more appealing in their resumes when trying to get a job. I personally am about to graduate college and have no idea where to even start with a resume. #networking #sociology #resume-writing #social-networking...

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