Rancho Palos Verdes, California
What can I expect in a career like non-partisan policy analysis?
I am a 15 year old and I enjoy researching in my down time and a drive to solve world issues. In my recent dive into future careers, I found out about a policy analyst career, which I found interesting and, perhaps, too good to be true. I would like to ask professionals about the positives and...
What is the best career right now?
What is the best career for those who are in high school right now?
How can I build a career in medicine that combines scientific research and patient empathy, especially for individuals living with chronic illnesses?
My life hasn’t followed a straight line, but every challenge has shaped who I am and what I stand for. Losing my father to gun violence and living with Crohn’s disease taught me resilience early on. Instead of letting those experiences define my limits, I used them to define my purpose and...
What is the most important soft skill to have for getting a good job in finance after college and what are some things to look for in an employer to ensure that you have a boss that values you?
I intend to pursue a career in finance after college but I am unsure about what I should look for and what skills I need to bring to the table. I want to make sure that I am the most prepared I can be when I enter the workforce and I’m hoping specifically to go into investment banking.
What are some clubs/programs I can apply for to gain leadership skills?
I'm an incoming freshman at USC and I'm eager to get a head start by joining clubs or programs that can help me gain overall exposure in the field I plan on studying in (accounting) during the first semester and other related skills needed for the world of finance.
What is the salary when becoming a registered nurse?
I'm currently a junior in high school
What kind of personality is needed to become a registered nurse?
Hi, I am a junior in high school
What advice does anyone have on those that are currently applying to the CSU teacher credential program Are there any tips on what to focus on or resources that helped you? Any scholarships that are specific to the program??
I'm currently finishing the application for the CSU teacher credential program and will hopefully be starting in the fall. I am searching for resources or scholarships to help make the next stage of my education easier. Thank you!
How can I best prepare for licensure as a clinical psychology student?
am a newly admitted student in a PsyD program and want to get a head start. How can I best prepare for licensure during my doctoral program? #Spring26
Why are women still so majorly underrepresented in the financial field despite recent progress? #Spring26
I am in 12th grade and a woman interested in entering the finance field. I have spent the past year doing a research project on the underrepresentation of women in the finance field and how it compares across major financial hubs in the US.
What is life like in the military ?
My name is Jayden, I am in 11th grade and I am thinking about my future.
What are some benefits of joining the military and what does a day in your life look like ?
How do I find the correct university for my major?
I want become a child welfare social worker. Many have told it 4-6 years but I am not sure. I also don't know what university I want to go to or which ones are the best for my career.
How many years will it take to become a child welfare social worker?
I want become a child welfare social worker. Many have told it 4-6 years but I am not sure. I also don't know what university I want to go to or which ones are the best for my career
How do I know if cosmetology is right for me?
I've always been fascinated by makeup and fancy hair, but I've always thought that it was too physically hard to become a cosmetologist because you have to be standing all day, and my mom taught me that it isn't a high-paying job. So I just studied hard to become a doctor, because that job is...
How do I get started on a career working in professional sports?
I love athletics. Probably don't have the skill for playing, but would love to be in management, marketing or something business-related for a pro league in the U.S. or Europe! What should I do now to prep? I am in HS.
How do you build confidence in yourself when stepping into new environments or opportunities?
Whether it’s a new job, leadership role, or unfamiliar setting, I sometimes feel unsure at first. I’d love to know how others developed confidence in those situations.
What actions would you recommend for someone starting college who’s interested in how contracts and roster decisions shape sports teams, and how can I start building relationships or finding guidance early on ?
I first got interested in this playing Franchise mode in MLB The Show, and it got me paying attention to how teams are actually built and run. I’m starting college in the fall and am leaning toward the business and legal side of sports. I’m trying to figure out what I can start doing early to...
What is the best ways to stay focused on school towards a masters degree while working a full time job?
I am currently a undergraduate music student at a community college and am going to transfer to a University next semester. Upon completing my coursework and receiving my bachelors degree, I plan to teach music at a high school while I work towards a masters degree and ultimately become a...
What can be done to prepare myself for this career further: classes I should take, internships or volunteer work, etc How can I tell if neuropsychology is the right career path for me? Why do neuropsychologists need to understand both the brain and the way people behave?
I'm a high school junior looking for possible career options, and during my research, I came across neuropsychology, and I found it to be really interesting since it has to do with psychology, the brain, and helping people. I want to learn more about the career and see what can be done to help...
What are the working conditions? What are some requirements to become an Oil Rig worker? What are some common positions?
How do you get hired?
Whats a day In your life look like do you have free time and etc.?
My name is Geovan. I’m in 11th grade and starting to think about my future.
I’m interested in hands-on careers like construction and HVAC, and I’m also considering joining the United States Army or United States Navy.
While working as a Petroleum Engineer, does the fluctuation in the market value of gas and crude oil affect your pay?
As the market changes every day, does it accumulate to a certain point where you get paid less or more based on the market?
If I want to become an elementary school teacher, is it better to get my associate (transfer) degree in Early Childhood Education or Child & Adolescent Development?
I would probably prefer to teach Kindergarten or even TK. I plan to transfer to a UC or Cal State for my bachelor's degree.
Is it acceptable to use AI to help me improve my essay?
For example, if I write a sentence or paragraph, can I ask AI to help me reword or improve it?
How do I know my chosen college major will actually get me where I want to be in my career path What if I change my mind? Is there a fallback? ?
I've been really anxious about this lately. I feel like I'm going to force myself into a position I won't be happy with as an adult. I'm currently majoring in theatre and creative writing-- and I love those subjects, I've been an actor all my life and telling stories is my favorite thing to do,...
How do I make good friends with other engineering majors
My name is Theo, and I'm going into my freshman year at Cal Poly soon. I'm going into college with almost all of my general education done. So I'll be going into my major courses straight away in college. I know that engineers are less social than your average person, myself included. I was...
Hi! I am majoring in Undecided Business next year for my freshman year of college at Fordham University (NYC)! I am a creative person who is very ambitious but I don't quite know what to do for my career. My favorite thing in the world is Student Council at my school, I am ASB President this year, but I'm unsure how to apply that skillset to something within my major that will allow me to live comfortably, especially since I will need to take out student loans for college. What area of Business best suits me and my future #Spring26?
Hi! I am majoring in Undecided Business next year for my freshman year of college at Fordham University (NYC)! I am a creative person who is very ambitious but I don't quite know what to do for my career. My favorite thing in the world is Student Council at my school, I am ASB President this...
What are the steps to take towards independent research and using that knowledge towards a non-profit?
I am a 10th grade high school interested in the field of both cardiology and neuroscience; in specific, I’m looking to study the connection on how neurological processes can affect the cardiovascular system—whether that be through complex cardiac conditions or even strokes.
What are some extracurriculars, jobs, or clubs that I could take to get my dream job?
I am current a high school senior, about to start college. I am going into computer science what are some thigns that I could do to boost my chances to landing my dream job at apple?
What is something that was helpful when finding and reaching out for positions in internships or for shadowing, especially when trying to create an in with a Veterinarian?
I'm a high school senior committed to Colorado State University. I am already looking into joining the pre-vet club for extra support and opportunities. However, I feel that my weakness with interviews will translate over to internships and shadowing. I am just looking for more personalized...
How do I balance a Marketing degree at a four-year university while also pursuing a tattoo apprenticeship and assisting at a salon I am worried about the cost of student housing in Sacramento and want to know how professionals managed high intensity side hustles during college.?
I’m a first-gen student and licensed cosmetologist transferring to Sacramento State. My mission is to open my own beauty or tattoo studio, and I’m using my Marketing degree to build that dream. I’m nervous about balancing full-time classes and housing costs with a hands-on apprenticeship or...
What are some ways accounting students can stand out in recruiting beyond GPA and internships, especially when applying to competitive firms?
I’m a college accounting student involved in leadership roles and student organizations, and I’d love insight on what actually stands out to recruiters in practice.
For professionals in public tax or audit, what skills helped you succeed most in your first year, and what do you wish you focused on more in college?
I’m planning to go into public accounting and want to be as prepared as possible before starting full-time. I’m especially interested in skills that aren’t always emphasized in coursework.
What Colleges Have A Good Child Development Major?
I'm currently in 10th grade and need to start researching more into colleges I want to attend. As we must make a list of colleges we are looking at for my scholarship program. I want to stay in california but out of state is considerable depending on their financial aid. I'm also completing my...
Whether to shift from drug discovery to human-centered fields?
I am currently a junior international student majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences. When I entered college, I aspired to pursue a career in drug research. However, as I progress through my major, I find myself increasingly uncertain about whether this path aligns with who I am. This uncertainty...
looking for a job,bored and need to get out
im looking for a job im barley 14 but i would like to get out the house im homeschooled i need something to keep me busy, my hobbies are i really like listening to people talk and i will give feedback,also i love babysitting i have 2 siblings and im the older out of them.
What should I do in high school that colleges will like I am not athletic and I come from a low income family. Also, how many community service hours are ideal for colleges? (I am a highschool freshman.) (My dream jobs are to be a pediatrician or neurosurgeon.)
What should I do in high school that colleges will like? I am not athletic and I come from a low income family. Also, how many community service hours are ideal for colleges? (I am a highschool freshman.) (My dream jobs are to be a pediatrician or neurosurgeon.)
What are some Associate Degrees in the medical field that can be pursued?
My name is Faith. I want to go to University of Southern Florida or Hillsborough Community College in Florida. I have been working with kids and special needs kids since I was in 5th grade. I adore my church and am willing to go the extra mile. I have been thinking about my profession a lot,...
What skills are the most valuable in order to become a Crime Scene Investigator?
I am a 17 year old Senior In High School and with graduation right around the corner It is now the time to focus on my career. I know I want to go into the field of Law Enforcement however I do not want to have to go through the police academy. I've taken college courses and classes that focus...
How can I get experience at a law firm while I’m studying in college?
I’m currently a college student interested in pursuing a career in law. I want to start gaining real experience in the legal field while I’m still in school, but I’m not sure where to begin. I don’t have formal experience yet, but I’m motivated to learn how law firms operate and what types of...
Is taking out loans to pay for university a good choice?
I am a senior in high school, and I hope to attend a four-year university. However, I’m unsure whether I can afford the tuition. Coming from a low-income household, I want to know if it’s worth taking out loans to attend the university I really want to go to.
What is something people overlook when looking for a long term career?
I specifically am interested in going into the film industry and for the most part people say the biggest thing is to know someone. I want to know any other aspect of this industry is overlooked but helpful when trying to land a long term career.
How do veterinarians handle owners who lost their pets?
For example, the owner may have to put the pet down or it died during a surgery. How do vets confront the owners? How do the vets feel about it as well? Does it impact their mental health having to interact with the grieving owners?
How is college similar to high school?
I am in high school and wondering what are some similarities from high school that I can expect to see in college.
Are there any programs, mentor, or specific classes that help transfer students like me get that kind of entrepreneurial project off the ground while we're still in school?
I'm a 2 year transfer student and already excited to start a small salon business in the local community with my best friend.
What is the best way to ensure I have a career as an interpreter for the United Nations?
I am a first year attending Chapman University. I am studying Global Communications with a focus on the French language and a hope to begin studying the Arabic language. I want to use my skills to promote unity and peace. #college #interpreter #Fall25
What do I need to know if I want to be a Physician Assistant?
I feel as though I need to plan for graduate school before I even enter undergraduate school. There seems like there are many prerequisite that I need to meet so I can meet the requirements needed to apply for a Physician Assistant. What do I need to know?
What advice do you have for college freshman deciding on a career path? What do you wish you would have thought about as a first year college student when making career choices? I am a political science major, not looking to go to law school. #Fall25
Freshman, political science major at Vanderbilt.
What are good colleges preferably in california but out of state works too. That have good elementary education majors or the science of child development?
I am currently in 10th grade and have to make a college list for my scholarship programs highlighting colleges I'm interested in. Categorized by high reach and easily attainable. Through my search I couldn't find many good colleges with said majors. One of the only college I saw was University...
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