New York, USA
How can I use connections in the finance world to land a future career?
Senior at Harrison High School in New York
Majoring in Finance at Fairfield University
I am planning on majoring in psychology. Can anyone help me with future jobs that do not involve a doctorate but also make good money?
I am planning on majoring in psychology. Can anyone help me with future jobs that do not involve a doctorate but also make good money?
What was the most challenging part of becoming a female aerospace engineer How did you deal with these challenges? #Spring25?
I'm a female senior in highschool hoping to go into the aerospace industry.
In your experience, how has the Cornell Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management helped you solve real-world problems through innovation and global research Can you share specific projects you have created? #Spring25
Hi, my name is Neriah, and I am a rising first-year student at the Cornell Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management. I am passionate about innovation, financial literacy, and fashion business/marketing, with an interest in tech and engineered solutions. I aim to use my major, Applied...
What is the best way to study for Biology? #Spring25
I am pursuing Biology and want to do PA after
What is the most difficult part about being a clinical social worker?
Following grad school, I hope to become a clinical social worker and play therapist. I want to know tips about the licensure, and how to be successful!
What are ways I can be a successful canine trainer? #Spring25
How can I secure a job as a canine trainer after graduating from SUNY Cobleskill that pays on the higher end of my career field and is secure for me to work long term?
How did you manage through the long hours of being an analyst? #Spring25
I'm majoring in finance next year and I have been looking into careers, especially investment banking, but the difficulty and long hours have made me hesitate on wether it would be a good idea. For anyone that has been able to break into this career and started as an analyst how were you able...
Does it matter what company I get a summer internship with?
How important is it to get an internship over the summer with a company that you would like to work for in the future? Should I prioritize getting an internship anywhere over getting an internship with a specific company? #Spring25
What is the most challenging part of opening a private practice as a psychotherapist?
How long did it take you to open a private practice after receiving your counseling license? What were the easiest and most difficult parts of the process? I am beginning a counseling graduate program in the fall and have a goal to open a private practice in New York. Can you move states easily...
What should I do now in a high school to becoming a nurse in the future?
Hello.Currently I am a freshman in high school. I am planning to become a nurse. I would like to get advice about what can I do since now
What’s one class you’ve taken that completely changed the way you think about your career ?
I am an incoming Freshman and would love any advice on classes that you think are interesting for a Business major.
How can I minimize my debt after undergrad and law school.
I'm attending LSU for undergrad and obviously they're not cheap, and law school isn't going to be any cheaper, and i don't want debt for the rest of my life.?
Will it be easier to follow a career in film if I first get a degree in business administration ?
I want to be able to find a job after I finish with my 4 years in college.
Is it worth it to pursue a specialty in Pediatrics? What are some of the most worthwhile specialties?
I know that I want to pursue a career in the medical field, specializing in pediatrics. I am an incoming college freshman planning to major in Biology and take on the pre-med route. I want to try to explore just general pediatrics for now but I'm curious what it's like studying something...
How do college students distribute their studying during finals week for different subjects?
Are they advised weeks ahead or so, and then they would have to distribute studies for each subject??
What should I do in my freshman year to prepare for success in college #Spring25?
I am majoring in mechanical engineering but also interested in veterinary studies.
Is a film degree something that will give me financial stability after l graduate?
I am a senior in High school and I am know that I am passionate about a career in film, but people tell me that is hard to make money in that field.
What is the optimal way to increase my chances of admission to a top-tier medical school as an undergraduate What personal qualities, scores, extracurriculars, and personal experience do medical school admissions committees value most?
Also, How can you tell if you will be a good fit for the medical field? Given that a majority of college students enter freshman year on the "pre-medical" pathway, and most of those students switching to another career pathway due to the competitive nature, what other potential jobs are there...
What are the career steps in law enforcement to become a detective?
I have the dream to be a detective, but I am not sure where to start. I have had thoughts of joining the NYPD, but how dangerous is that? I have also considered being a state trooper. What are the steps and how long, on average, would the process take before I could become a detective? And...
What’s hardships do women with criminal justice degrees face when searching for a job after college ?
I’m going to study criminal justice. I want to be a detective now but that can change. What situations are faced when trying to live in our society as a female with the degree?
When should I think about getting an internship?
When should I think about getting an internship?
How do I find local scholarships to apply to? What should I do during the summer between high school and college?
A middle-class family needs money for college.
What does the future look like for Licensed Practical Nurses in the changing healthcare delivery system as costs continue to rise and with Americans possibly losing access to government programs like Medicaid/Medicare?
I've noticed over the years that hospitals and other healthcare facilities have reduced or eliminated the number of LPNs on staff, even with nursing shortages nationwide (esp. post-COVID).
What bachelors degrees would pair well with a Bachelor's in Homeland Security? #Spring25
I possess prior experience in this career field, and would like advice on how to progress further in my field.
What are some common challenges you faced when transitioning from a college major to a career?
Computer Science, Cyber Security
How did current pastry chefs get started out of culinary school?
I want to publish my own cookbook someday
How do I get better acclimated with the community resources once I move into college?
I'm moving to Hyde Park, NY
Do you see a change in how you interact with and the relationships you have with your family and friends once you started working as a nurse?
I'm a high school senior looking to become a pediatric nurse and I would appreciate all of the advice I could get!
What is the best advice for someone switching into early childhood education and what is the best method for inspiring young learners?
Switching careers can be intimidating. I graduated from a film program and am now pursuing a career in teaching elementary school. What is the best advice for someone switching into early childhood education and what is the best method for inspiring young learners? #Spring25
How can a Computer Science degree be applied to a banking position?
Could it be applied to developing and improving back end systems? Would there be a better degree that's suited for that?
What are some helpful tips on how to be the most successful in this current job market I am an information systems major looking to get into technology consulting or project management. #Spring25?
What are some helpful tips on how to be the most successful in this current job market? I am an information systems major looking to get into technology consulting or project management. #Spring25
How does one evaluate which professional career is best for them?
After having spent all my life in academia, I find it hard to imagine leaving and entering a career. How does one evaluate which professional career is best for them? #Spring25
What are the top qualities that universities look for when evaluating transfer candidates?
I am looking to transfer to a different college after my freshman year. What could I do to best position myself for the transfer application?
How do you manage the stress of starting college?
I am currently a senior in high school who will be starting college in the fall- how do I stop being so stressed about this and my future?
How can I find an internship for the summer before I start college? #Spring25
How can I find an internship for the summer before I start college?
#Spring25
Has the advancements in AI made getting a computer science degree useless What is the point of studying at university for four years if when I get my degree(in computer science), AI has evolved and improved so much that, in those same four years that it can do way more than what I've been studying for and can outwork me tenfolds??
AI has been improving constantly so if I risk getting a degree in computers or programming, etc, those 4 years I spend in college, AI will improve past the need for computer science degree,s
What types of research or internships should I pursue during my master’s to break into R&D roles in healthcare or biotech #Spring25 I am physics major with an engineering minor, starting my master’s in materials science. I’m passionate about biomaterials and using innovation to improve healthcare.?
I am a physics major with an engineering minor, starting my master’s in materials science. I’m passionate about biomaterials and using innovation to improve healthcare.
#Spring25
What are some tips to executing a confident pitch?
When narrating a pitch in front of investors, it can be quite intimidating being stared at by investors. Do any professionals have advice for being confident and prepared?
How can I access learning resources for Electrical Engineering?
I'm an incoming freshman starting my electrical engineering degree at SUNY Binghamton this fall. I want to familiarize myself with the material before classes begin- everything from core concepts and key skills to career paths and must-know resources. #Spring25
What jobs or fields would you recommend that combine some or more of these interests?
I am interested in math, art, working with people, especially people with special needs and/or disabilities, and learning all sorts of new information. #Spring25
Are there scholarships for summer courses and study abroad opportunities?
I’m a lower junior in college, I don’t have the highest gpa but I was wondering if there’s any additional scholarships other than Gilman and CIEE for study abroad extra funding. #spring25
How do I know what career is right for me? #Spring25
I am a person with many interest and am terrified of being bored and making the wrong decision. I love psychology and criminal justice but I can’t imagine myself in the careers it produces though. Most careers feel repetitive and i want something i could apply my knowledge in without doing the...
What is the best course of plan to get into the FBI?
I am going to University at Buffalo for my bachelor’s in Criminology. I just want to make sure I am not missing any essential things i need to be aware of. I am not sure what exactly in the FBI I want to be but the BAU interests me. I appreciate any advice. Thank you! #spring25
What are the most common mistakes that pre-med students make early in college, and how can I avoid them? #Spring25
I am majoring in exercise science at Pitt
As someone interested in pursuing a career in cyber-security, I'm curious about what daily work actually looks like. Do cyber-security professionals typically work alone or as part of a team How are tasks usually assigned, do they involve long-term projects that last for months, or are there more short-term, fast-paced assignments? I’d like to understand what the workflow and collaboration style is like in this field. #Spring25?
I'm a senior in high school and planning to major in computer science or cybersecurity in college. I really enjoy math-related classes like Pre-Calculus, Algebra, and Robotics, and I’m good with technology. I also like programming, building robots, and playing video games in my free time. As...
What are the best ways to break into Public Relations or Corporate Communications as a college student with no formal internship experience yet, but strong leadership and customer service skills #Spring25?
I'm almost complete with my first year as a college student and I'm graduating early due to me coming into the year with credits from classes taken while in high school. I'm still exploring what I want to do but Communications has been looking appealing combined with Psychology.
How do I maintain healthy friendships in college Especially at a prestigious school where everyone knows one another??
Im a 12th grader entering college in a completely new state. How do I manage?
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