Ohio, USA
MBA vs IE vs data analyst
I am currently a graduate MSc student in Chemical engineering. I have relatively low interest in Chem. Eng. (living is US). I am thinking about changing fields. My current options are MBA, Industrial engineering and Statistics. I have a wide range of interests, very adaptive, good at math,...
If my ultimate goal is to become a lawyer, what is the best major for me to chose?
I've been bombarded with fliers for dozens of colleges telling me to apply, but I'm not sure what to apply for! I'm looking for some direction...
#lawstudent
What kind of job can you get with a social work major?
Will a major in social work give me the education to have an actual job in the non-profit sector, or will it give me the training to be a volunteer? What sort of job can I get with a Social Work major and how can I help people?
#social-work #volunteering
What can you do with a early childhood degree?
#early-childhood-education #education #educator #child-development
If I want transfer out of the current college I go to and my credits don't transfer? Will I have to retake those courses?
I've heard many stories of credits not transferring over after leaving a college. It's a scary idea to think of because then those classes were basically pointless. #transfer #collegecredits #college #college-advice
How to get into veterinary medicine school?
What all do I have to do to achieve getting into vet school? How hard is it? #veterinary #veterinary-medicine #medicine
Culinary Arts career in a small town?
I come from a small town in Ohio which consists, mostly, of farms and forest. What types of jobs should I keep an eye out for when looking for a place to advance my career? #cooking #culinary #culinary-arts #culinary-management #small-business
How soon do I need to decide what major I want to study in if I'm uncertain and this is my last year in high school? #time is ticking
I need to determine what major I want to focus in at this point. #time is ticking
How can you maximize scholarship money?
I want to make my college career affordable and I don't want to be drowning in student loans after I graduate! #money #scholarships #grants #tuition #merit
Is Social Work a Good Major??
I want to help people... I love helping people. However, with a major in social work and doing that full time, will I have enough of an income to pay off my college debt? Or would it be better to major in something else and then volunteer to help people? I would love to help people full time,...
If i would not be accepted to medical school what else I can do with a Chemisyry degree?
#college-bound #college-selection #chemical
How much more money do people with a degree make over someone with a highschool diploma?
I need to make a decision to go to college or start working right after highschool. #electricalengineering
What are some details that colleges look at to consider you in their programs?
I am trying to go into Veterinary School for large animals mainly but with some involvement of small. I want to be sure of this field but the possibilities are endless with programs. How can I be so sure of what to put with possibly a little chance of getting into the program? Especially a...
I feel average but can I still make it into a great school?
I feel like I'm good a lot of things but I've never been quiet good enough. Someone is always better and I never really get to shine as my own person with my own individuality. I look around at my fellow peers then look at the broader spectrum of people around the country and the level of soil...
What is it like to be some sort of architect?
I'm interested in being an architect or an interior designer. I've heard that some people find it difficult. So I'm curious about real peoples experience in the field. I would like a better understanding of what to expect. #architecture #interior-design #interior-decorating
How will you know if going to an Art College is the best choice for you?
i grew up in poverty , and struggled with getting the things I wanted in life. So when I was young my mother used to tell me"pick a job that actually be secure in the future.'' I love art, but I dont want to be a starving artist. #help #art #college #college-major
Journalism
I have always wanted to be a journalist, but with all the controversy over the news and the lack of interest towards newspapers, how do I know if I'm making the right choice? How much money will I make? Will it be enough to support myself? I'm worried that I'm making a bad choice by pursuing...
Child, Family and School Social Worker
Hey I understand that a child, family and school social worker, work with children and families who are struggling with social and psychological issues at schools, in the home or in their communities. And these environments interact with a wide variety of issues related to children, families...
What career can I expect with a Professional Writing degree?
I love to write. I've always loved to write. I was looking over my dream college's catalog the other day and saw that there was a "professional writing" major. I am seriously thinking about going with that major, but what kind of job can I expect with it? Will I be doing interesting writing, or...
How do I know that in 10 years my career won't be taken over by technology?
My professor asked my class to question this and I wanted to know what other people think about this. #business-management
Do medical students ever get over a weak stomach?
I am passionate about going into the medical field, specifically in the pediatric realm. Every since I was young though, I have had a tough time with blood and needles and don't see a way to get past this to pursue the profession I wish. Is the case for some others when they begin this study,...
How do you transition from being a college student to working in your field in the real world?
By the time I graduate college, I will have been studying digital media for four years. I want to know how you transition from the classroom to your career and work place.
#career #digital-media #digital-marketing #college
How do I choose between my two passions?
The two things I'm most passionate about are acting and law. I was going to major in English and minor in theatre, the best of both worlds. But, how am I supposed to juggle law school and acting! I don't want to give either, but they don't really go hand and hand. Now I don't even know what to...
How much time do you have to make a first impression?
I know that first impressions matter, that they are extremely important. Does anyone know exactly how long you have to make a first impression?
Thank you!
#marketing-and-advertising #information-technology-and-services #financial-services #customer-service
If you were your own manager for one day, what would you change?
If you were in charge of the department you work in for one day, what would you do differently? Would it be something with the actual work you do, or the place you work in? Thanks for your time! #career-choice #change-management #project-management #professional-training #computer-software...
What majors/careers include both mathematics and visual arts?
I love math, it's my favorite subject in school and I definitely would like to continue with it in the future. However, I don't want to lose the visual design aspect which I also love. I was considering a double major in mathematics and digital communications/multi media (it basically involves...
What are the main differences between a Nurse Practitioner and a Physician Assistant?
Hi! I am planning on going to college and becoming a Neonatal nurse, but I am also thinking of furthering my education and becoming either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant. What is the difference between the two? Do they both have the same amount of schooling? Do they both do the...
What is the best way to answer those "worst flaw" questions at an interview?
I know that you aren't supposed to say "I don't have any flaws" or "My biggest flaw is that I am a hard worker", but I don't know what the best answer would be. Are companies looking for people who say "My biggest flaw is _____, but I have done this, that, and the other thing, to improve it."...
What does "long-term" mean in volunteering?
I am homeschooled, so I don't have many extracurricular activities. Because of this, and also because I enjoy it, I volunteer a lot. In August, I started volunteering once a week at a hospital in Outpatient Registration. I enjoy it, and I am planning on continuing through the summer. I am not...
In a medical profession, is it okay to cry in front of your patients and their families?
I'm hoping to become a neonatal nurse someday. I am not especially emotional, but I know that if a baby didn't make it, I might not be able to contain my emotions. So, my question is, is it okay to show your emotions in front of patients and their families? Is it good to do so, to show the...
so if im a 11 years old how will i get a little job to get paid
because i need some money so i can buy me stuff with my money #job-search
If I were to add CareerVillage to my resume under volunteer work, what would I say?
Is it acceptable to add CareerVillage to my resume? If so, how exactly would I describe the job? #resume #resume-writing #job-application
What do you do when you don't have the answer for an interview question?
Let's say you're in an interview, and they ask you if you have any experience in this field. Instead of saying just "no", how could you word it better? #job #interviews #job-application
What path in highschool would I take to become an ESL teacher?
I always saw teaching English as a second language to be really interesting, I've wanted to do it for as long as I can remember. Going to south korea or Japan to teach English would be amazing, but I know I would be alright with doing it in Canada too. I don't know what courses I would have to...
What are some careers that you can go into with a Political Science degree?
I'm actually asking this for my brother. He would like to go into political science, but he doesn't know what he could do with that degree. He doesn't want to be a teacher or a lawyer......is there anything else? Thanks so much! #career #science #history #political-science #politics
How do I write a meaningful cover letter?
I'm having problems drafting cover letters for potential employers. I don't know how to start the letter in order to grab their attention, and I don't know how to talk about myself without sounding like I'm tooting my own horn a little too much. Any advice would be appreciated! #college...
How do I prepare for a Skype interview?
The only interviews I've ever done have been in person, and a company in a different state wants to interview me via Skype. In what ways is this interview going to be different than in-person interviews? What's the best place to set up my computer for this interview? #college #career...
What kind of questions should I ask at the end of an interview?
I know that at the end of an interview when they ask, "so, do you have any questions for me?" you're at least supposed to ask one. What guidelines should the questions I ask follow, if any? #career #interviews #interview-questions #professionalism
Do classes count as experience?
I'm a senior in college and I'm an English major with a professional writing minor. I've been applying to jobs since last semester and it seems that every job posting requires 2-6 years of professional writing or editorial experience. I've had at least two years of professional writing in all...
Do colleges look more at standardized test scores (ACT/SAT) or GPA?
I'm a Sophomore in high school, and I was wondering if colleges focus more on your ACT/SAT scores or on your GPA?
Thanks in advance! #college #business #medicine #science #teaching #college-bound #testing
If you were going to rate your job, 1-10, 1 being horrible and 10 being amazing, what would you rate it?
So, you are filling out a survey for your job. One of the questions is, "Rate your job on a scale of 1-10, 1 being worst and 10 being best." What would you rate your job? Do you wake up every morning excited to go to work, do you just "not mind" working, or do you REALLY hate your job? Thank...
Is volunteering a lot enough to make me stand out when applying to colleges?
I am homeschooled, so I don't have very many extracurricular activity opportunities. I do volunteer a lot, usually 150-200 hours a year. Will that be enough to make me stand out when I apply to colleges, or no? Thanks! #college #business #education #higher-education #volunteering...
What is the most important quality to have as a nurse, or someone who works in the medical profession in general?
Hi, everybody! I am hoping to become a nurse, and I was wondering, what do you think is the most important quality to have as a nurse? Or as someone who works in the medical profession in general?
Thank you so much! #medicine #nursing #healthcare #pediatrics #physician #nicu #neonatal-nursing
If you could change one thing about your job, what would it be?
Hey! Just wondering what one thing you would want to change about your job. Would it be the workplace? The hours? The pay? The dress code? Coworkers? What would it be?
Thanks in advance for answering, I appreciate it! #business #medicine #nursing #law #marketing #customer-service
If you could go back in time and tell your younger-self one thing, what would it be?
What one piece of advice would you want to tell your younger self? Would it be something about jobs and careers, losses and struggles, life and love? What would it be? #business #medicine #marketing #financial-services #social-media #marketing-and-advertising #strategy #customer-service
What will make you stand out at a job interview?
Hey! I was just wondering what could make me stand out a little when I go to a job interview. Would it be something that I would say, something that I would do, or something else? Thank you! #business #medicine #teaching #law #technology #interviews #information-technology #customer-service
Fill in the blank: The best thing to do/say at a job interview is......
What do you think?
Thank you in advance! #business #medicine #teaching #law #marketing #interviews #social-media #customer-service
How valuable are internships, really?
I have the opportunity to be an intern at the Cleveland Clinic - a Laboratory Medicine internship. I'm hoping to someday be either a Geneticist or a Research Scientist in Biology, so you can see how this internship is relevant. Also, I hope to go to Case Western Reserve University, so this...
I'm thinking of applying for an internship, but some of the requirements are confusing me. Help!
The Cleveland Clinic is offering an internship in my area. The application requires a couple documents that I am unfamiliar with, so I'm having trouble getting them together. The documents are: -A Cover Letter -A Resumé (or Résumé?) I'm homeschooled so these are entirely new to me! Can...
Is it worse to be too friendly or not friendly enough?
Just wondering! #business #medicine #teaching #healthcare #law #marketing-and-advertising #customer-service
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