New York, USA
From my research, I find that most programmers nowadays use Java, Scala, and the C language. My question is how is Scala used/what is it used for?
I'm an Information Technology major who is working towards becoming a future web/mobile developer, and want to explore lesser known, but still useful programming languages, like Scala and Perl (not stated in my question, but I'm still eager to know). #software #mobile-applications...
What are the positives about working in the business world?
This is important to ask because it can help influence others why they should join the business world. #business
Do employers look at the volunteer work people do?
Its hard for teenagers to get a job but its easier finding volunteer work #volunteering #volunteer
How can a college freshman prepare an interview for an internship position?
I am asking this question for a friend who recently got a position with the Parks Department in New York. He wants to know any good skills that he can keep in mind before his interview. #interviews #colleges
How do I find relevant work experience if no one is willing to give work experience?
I found that many jobs, even jobs that traditionally were entry level, require previous work experience. Where can one go to find experience when everyone requires experience? #volunteering #career-plan #business-networking
where in New York can i be an intern for the summer?
I would like to be an intern for the summer but don't know a law firm that hires a 16 year old junior. #law #communications #communication #intern #pre-law #new-york #junior
How can i recieve a grant?
I want to get a grant because I know you don't have to pay them back. #graduate #financial-aid #grants
When offered your first job, or a full-time position, what are some important questions to contemplate over before making your acceptance?
My name is David, an Information Technology major, who is not only career-focused, but also eager to know how to make careful, personal decisions as I progress in my career. #jobs #career-choice #career-paths #first-job #career-plan
In today's society, being a specialist or a family medicine practicioner, which is more suitable?
I am asking this question because I am planning on becoming a medical doctor but I am not sure if I want to specialize or practice family medicine. #medicine #family-medicine
When is it suitable to plan, implement and conduct research when entering medical school?
I am asking this question because most students planning on attending medical school find it difficult as to what is the right time to engage in a suitable research project without any form of hindrances. #medicine #pre-med
Should I drop a difficult class I enjoy but find challenging and might negatively affect my G.P.A?
So, when I was younger I always thought I'd like physics and took a class this semester in college. I would love to learn the material, but had to drop it after it became apparent the class would negatively affect my G.P.A. Now I'm caught in a dilemma, do I take the class again next semester...
What is Mechanical Engineering in the private sector like?
What type of work is usually done by a mechanical engineer working for a company? Is it largely desk-work and modeling? Is there any product testing? How multidisciplinary is your work? Is there a problem with intellectual property between you and a company? Would you recommend staying...
Will opportunities for civil engineering grow in the near future?
I'm #undecided whether to become a civil or mechanical engineer. I know that America, where I live, needs about 3.6 trillion dollars by 2020 to address infrastructure repairs and that the bureau of labor statistics estimates that civil engineers have the highest growth projection (by demand)...
How do I gain experience for my dream job when my rigorous major keeps taking up all my time?
My name is Troy and I am currently a freshman in College. As of now I am studying engineering because I do love it and feel working as an engineer for a few years might be a good ideal until I can get my feet of the ground with my true passion - film making. However, if possible, I would love...
What best can I do during and after college that will help me to prepare for medical school and then a career in medicine?
I would like to efficiently remember the material learned in medical school to help me during my medical career. #doctor
What are the steps required to properly prepare for a college exam?
I am the type of person that likes to perform to the best of my ability in taking exams and would like to pass with exceptional grades while retaining the information I learned. #professor
Is college for everyone?
In the past people have found success without attending college and furthering their education. Is college really meant for everyone; it does not guarantee success and some people just aren't college material. #education
What fields of study and careers will we see start to disappear if technology continues to advance?
Many people in older generations have seen their careers and areas of expertise become insignificant through better technology. I am curious about other fields we may see disappear. #technology
What makes DO's and MD's different?
I went into college thinking I was going to become an MD but I have recently been looking into becoming a DO (Doctor of Osteopathy). I know that the schooling is relatively the same but I am curious to know the distinctions between them other then the teachings of osteopathic medicine being...
What qualities does a good doctor possess?
As a 3rd year bio-medical science major, I am curious to see why people pick certain doctors over others and the specific characteristics they have that makes them more appealing to a patient. #medicine #healthcare #hospital-and-health-care
Is the best decision to take a gap year before going to college if you are unsure about your career path?
The biggest question I ask myself when thinking about college is if I am going to waste not only my time, but money I do not have if I attend college as an undecided major. One of the greatest pressures high school seniors face is the dilemma of choosing to go straight to college or to opt for...
Is college worth the cost?
For most middle-class millennial's, college is seen as a luxury most cannot afford. However, we see the difference an education can make in our standard of living. But, how can any person who wants to acquire a higher socio-economic status achieve this if the cost is more than what we can...
What is the most challenge about your job?
I know that being a Vet Tech isn't rainbows and sunshine, I want to know like what you think is the hard thing you have to do. #veterinary-technician
What classes should I take to become a Vet Tech
I want to know because each time i search or ask it change #veterinary-technician
Will majoring in economics prepare me for graduate or law school?
I am majoring in economics but also interested in potentially going to law school after my undergraduate. #law #econ
As an Economics major, what are the top careers that I can pursue after graduating other than an economist?
I am going to Fordham University and starting in the fall 2016 semester. I am majoring in economics and looking for potential careers after college. #busines #econ
Do you have any advice on proper interviewing techniques?
What are some good questions to ask a potential employee to determine if they are a good match for the job? #business #management #manager #executive
How do you start a modern art gallery?
I am interested in owning an art gallery. What steps can I take to achieve this? #art #museum #gallery
How exactly are scholarship monies put towards tuition and can they be limited to certain careers even it is a major or minor?
I wanted to understand that once scholarship monies are granted, the discretion of spending is now at the students disposal. However a fellow classmate was unable to scholarship money towards their major in business. How can I avoid the same problem. #major #scholarship
Is it possible to major in languages in which more than one language is mastered at once?
I am currently interested in majoring in languages, however through research found that most majors are limited to specifics. For example I pick up dialect, word choice, and accent quickly and have put it in practice; more than volunteer requirements but as a career. I can't seem to find a...
How did you go about finding your first college internship and what did you gain from the internship?
I plan to be engaged in internships when I am at college. #engineering #science #technology #research #experience #work #intern #medical-laboratory
What is the best part about studying abroad?
I am interested in studying abroad in college. #science #biology #education #research #chemistry #studying
What extracurriculars stand out when applying for medical school?
As a freshman and soon-to-be sophomore, I haven't participated in much on and off campus. I'm worried that I won't be able to find anything I'm very interested in by the time I need to apply. #college #medicine
Just curious to know, how could a Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree, and an IT degree (one of them) lead to a job in the computer software industry?
I'm David, a rising, college sophomore, who is majoring in Information Technology. Although I'm thinking about becoming a future web developer/employee for either the internet, or online media industry, I am still curious in learning more about how different fields of engineering can benefit...
Should I go into pre med or business administration?
I am stuck between choosing two majors for college and I need help choosing. #college #students
What's the best way to stand out in a college with a lot of students?
What you do with your college years are important when searching for jobs. But what kinds of things will make you stand out? #college #job #student #graduate #interviews #advice #alumni
When pursuing graduate school, what are some things to keep in mind and look into?
I'm in the process of compiling a list of graduate schools to apply to in the fall and would like some advice on how to narrow down the list. Right now a big thing for me is location, so I'm only looking at particular states. But I'm sure there are other things that one should keep in mind when...
If you're trying to make a field switch (say math to engineering) what advice do you have for a smooth transition?
A little bit about me: I am a rising undergraduate senior majoring in math but I am interested in pursuing industrial engineering. I've been looking into pursuing graduate school simply because it seems like the only option, being that I have no formal knowledge of engineering. Are there any...
What is the best way to find internships in college?
I hope have a few internships in the future. #college #internships
What jobs do most communication majors pursue?
I am asking this question because I plan to pursue a communications degree #professor #communications #majors #communication
How hard will it be to become a physical therapist?
I'm in a special PT program where I will be 3 years in undergrad and 3 years in grad, will it be substantially harder to squeeze my major into 6 years? #physical-therapist #physical-therapy #healthcare #career-counseling
How much debt will I be in?
I'm going to owe about $30,000 for 6 years and I was wondering how long it will take me to pay off my college debt? #finance #physical-therapist #physical-therapy
What can I do with a biochemistry degree?
I like biology and chemistry but am not sure how I want to incorporate this into a medical career. #medicine #biology #chemistry
How would I know what is the best Bio Engineering college to apply too?
I am finishing up my Junior year in High School. I am very interested in a few different majors.
Bio Engineering seems suitable to my likely. I just want to make sure I apply to the Best colleges out there for that major. #medicine #girls #mathematical-biology
Is the pediatrics a very hard field to get in to?
I love children and I would love to work with them. I just do not know if this would be a hard field emotionally, seeing very ill children. #medicine #pediatrics #hospital-and-health-care
How do you go about finding a summer internship?
I have just finished my sophomore year at the College of Charleston and was not sure how to go about finding a summer internship before I headed back home to New York. I'm a double major in Business Administration and Hospitality and Tourism so at my college there is a list server for Tourism...
What are some major difficulties if one were to work for IT Audit, and Accounting? Also, what are some programming languages that suit IT Audit?
My name is David, a rising, college sophomore, who is majoring in Information Technology. As of now, my primary focus is web development, but I'm also interested in exploring my other career options that fall under the IT industry, such as IT Audit. #accounting #information-technology...
I am looking for help picking a speciality as a NP. What should I expect in a career in the Psych NP role?
As a acute care nurse, I work with thousands of patients a year. I float all over the hospital in my new role as a float nurse. I am currently pursuing my FNP degree and need some guidance about how to pick my area of interest. I originally wanted to purse psych but working with other...
Which is the most difficult CS subject/theory that you studied but important to the field? And the reason please?
I'm currently a high school and will be starting college in June and I want to know about the difficulties I would come across while persuing my major. #studying-tips #sport #project #manage
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