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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 benefits of having a minor in Linguistics?
I am currently thinking about minoring in Linguistics, and my career goal is to work in the Education field. #school #college-minor #k-12-education #linguistics
If I want to work at a record company in their PR division, how do I get started?
Thanks for the help #pr #record-labels #record #public-relations #music #performing-arts
What is the difference between hard and soft skills on a resume?
One resume asked me for hard skills and soft skills, and I want to know the difference. #resume #interviews #general
Do school counselors' role vary depending on the grade of school they are working in?
I want to know if a school counselor's role differ in an elementary school, middle school, high school, and college due to students' age and their behaviors. I can see a school counselor in a middle school would likely to deal with behavioral issues where as high school can be different....
Do you think these two majors are a good combo?
I'm going into computer science and computer art. My endgame is to make video games. #science #computer
What are good websites to use to learn coding?
codeacademy? code . org? #science #computer #tech
How should I start learning on my own?
I don't want to go in completely blind and fall behind. I took a computer science course in high school but I think that it's not really enough. #science #computer
How hard was it to go from knowing nothing to learning about Computer Science?
I don't know much about the field other than a very VERY basic understanding and I'm worried I never will. #science #computer
How vast is the overlap between a career as a translator and a career as an interpreter?
At the moment I am studying Spanish Translation & Interpretation in undergraduate school. I adore reading and writing, but I also value the spoken and listening aspect of language as well, and therefore feel that I would be suited professionally not just for translation, but also for...
How does a PhD program work as opposed to a Masters program? What does it entail?
Hi, I'm an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and Spanish Translation & Interpretation and I'm interested in pursuing a Doctorate after I graduate. However, I've heard a number of different explanations of what a PhD program entails and I am honestly so...
Is working for an NGO or a Government entity more useful for helping enact a positive change and gain practical experience?
My undergraduate research used data from both governmental and non-governmental agencies to assess local water quality. I wanted to know which route would provide me with better experience? #environmental-science
In the field of environmental science, how relevant will a Ph.D or Master's degree be?
I just finished my undergraduate career and will be entering into a Master's program this fall (2016). I am attempting to figure out whether a Master's degree is sufficient to begin a career or if it would be better to persue a Ph.D immediately after the graduate program. I know it's a little...
Is having a very specific career goal putting to many limitations on my future?
Becoming a video game developer is all I've ever wanted to be. I'm concerned that being so specific will limit my options down the road. Should that not pan out, I worry about what other careers will I be qualified for. I want to have something to fall back on. #career-path #guidance-counselor...
Is attending an ouit of state college financially responsible?
I have received a scholarship to attend a local university. However, the career I've always dreamed of having as a video game developer isn't offered at the local university. I have been accepted at a major university out of state. Though I have been offered a honors at entrance partial...
Will Computer Science knowledge be necessary in every field in the future?
Technology is changing and computers are every where, will it be vital to learn computer science to help in business. #business #finance #computer
Why do I have to take Spanish to fulfill core requirements?
I hate Spanish but my college requires a foreign language. Why do I have to take it? #foreign-languages
Is dentistry a good field of study
In my area there aren't a lot of dentist offices and jobs available for dentistry #general #knowledge
Is Radiology a good career to become apart of?
I was asking this question because, where I live the average salary is below. #general # #financial-planning #career-details #radiology
Is it hard to find a job as a chemical engineering major?
I am worried I will waste my education for a major that won't be useful. #chemical-engineer
Will I be able to keep busy and learn more in a field like chemical engineering?
I am worried that I will stagnate in my education and career in the future, and I cannot see myself in a position where I am not challenged. #education #research
Can I make a living as an actor?
It is my dream career to be on the stage performing. #musical-theatre #live-theatre
Is it necessary to have a masters degree in todays times to really get a job?
I am going to school for Theater Performance and due to the field of study and alumni connections it is smarter at this point to go to the " more prestigious institution". The majority of my big student loans will be from these 4 years. How necessary will be be to continue with my masters...
What job can I get with an undergrad in Genetics and Biotechnology?
Ahh yes. I want to be a radiologist but, I'm wondering if I can start a job after my undergraduate degree. What options am I looking at? #jobs #biomedical-engineering #radiology #biotech
What is the difference between Microeconomics and Macroeconomics? In addition, what is the difficulty of each one?
I'm a freshmen in college. I'm interested in a second major, which is economics, but I have a basic understanding of each one, and I would like to know from others perspective and knowledge of the material. #professor #economics
What type of major would be a great foundation to use in order to get into the business felid?
I'm a rising sophomore in college and its becoming the time to choose my major and minor is ahead, but I'm not done experimenting with other courses to figure out what I what to specialize in. One thing I'm interested in is business and making a business to I was wondering what major are a...
What will I have to major in in order to be a fashion consultant/stylist? What college offer this major?
I really want to be involved in fashion as I go into college later on this year... #fashion #creative #artistic
How does one create an appilcation are in other words an app such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, Angry Birds and other such applications?
Since we all live in world where tech is ubiquitous on mobile devices and laptops and etc, I was interested in how i might be able to create something like these applications to. #career #general #social #entrepreneur #media #business-idea #great-ideas
What type of careers are available for Computer Science majors?
I'm really interested in CS. #general #professors #professionals
What type of jobs are available for Communication Arts major?
I think CA is very interesting thing to study and I want to know more about what future jobs it could give one person. #professors #professionals
Do I have to major in nursing or a science in order to become a neonatal nurse ?
I am an upcoming freshman in college and I plan to become a nurse. Of all the schools I have gotten accepted to, I did not get accepted under any nursing programs. I have, however, been given the option to transfer to a nursing major, but I would like to know if I need a degree in nursing to...
What is an average day like for a neonatal nurse ?
I am a senior in high school pursuing nursing in the coming fall. I plan to become a neonatal nurse in New York City, however i'm curious of the work load. Specifically, how often do you interact with doctors and families ? Are the hours concrete or do they vary ? Is there ever a time where you...
What type of studies can I minor in or clubs to participate in so that I can be prepared to create a body of music such as an album?
I want to major in marketing but I also love music and playing with audio and sampling. I want to be able to continue that hobby in college and possibly use my major to promote a body of music. I want to know if there are any clubs or internships that you know of that will allow me to develop...
How would I go about preparing myself for handling the pressures of leading a small team and working late nights developing different advertising and marketing strategies?
Knowing that I want to major in marketing so I can become a marketing manager, I poked around online to see what different jobs and positions require. The job seems to require a lot of leadership and hours of work. I want to know if I can start early on developing ways to handle that pressure...
What skills must a social worker have in order to interact in a positive manner with children and their families? How does one acquire this skillset in college?
I am asking this question because I have an interest in social work. #social-worker #pyschology #child-welfare
What distinguishes a family therapist from a psychologist?
I am a senior in high school and I am considering majoring in psychology. I am unsure of what career I would like to do under this major. #psychology #psychologist #therapist
If a college you hope to attend to does not provide your future career as a major such as architecture, what other majors should you study in order to be a successful architect ?
I'm a high school student that will soon graduate and be off to college to become an architect. #architect
What courses would I have to take in order to be successful in the career of a guidance counselor?
Provides support services to students, staff, and parents. Support services include referrals, counseling, assessment, diagnostics, and report writing. This work takes place at the school site, in other public buildings, and in private residences. Additional responsibilities include student...
Would I have to study Psychology to be a dietitian?
As a dietitian you'll translate scientific information about nutrition into practical advice to help people make health-conscious decisions about food. You'll assess, diagnose and treat diet-related problems and aim to raise awareness of the link between food and health to prevent future...
What other careers are associated with being a loan officer?
Develops loan applications by evaluating applicant information and documentation. Can assist in your creating a job application that will attract job candidates who are qualified for the job. Feel free to revise this job description to meet your specific job duties and job requirements....
What companies do those with engineering majors work at?
Interested in engineering. #business #engineering
What is the best occupation to utilize a degree in Engineering?
I'm interested in engineering.
What type of innovative inventions have been made during the last couple of years in the field of Bio engineering?
I'm really interested in Biology and have background knowledge of engineering, so I want to combine these two interests into a job. #engineer #biology #molecular-biology #biotech
What courses are advised that would make my career as a sales management person successful?
Hi, I am a senior in high school and I am not sure of what I want to doin the future but I am looking into the sales management as a possibility. So, I was wondering if I chose this career what courses in college should I take. #management #communications #communication #organization #sales
How do Top executives handle the pressure of maintaining a large or even small business are company?
I'm asking because I was wondering if both would exhaust the same amount of stress. #business #executive
If I want to pursue a career as a mathematician, what is the best step to take after I graduate from college?
I am a high school senior who plans on majoring in mathematics in college because I want to be a mathematician. #finance #mathematics #planning #mathematician
What is the path to success for someone looking to become a forensic scientist right out of college?
Hi, I am a high school senior. I am looking to major in natural sciences, so I can pursue a career in forensic science, #science #forensic #forensic-scientists
Can someone give me some more insight on the life of a homicide detective?
For most of my life I have always had the idea of becoming a homicide detective, I had an gist on what the career would entail but I wasn't and still am not quite sure what will actually take place so if someone could better my understanding of the life of an homicide detective I would be very...
How far can I expect to get in the biochemistry field with a bachelor's degree?
I'm a high school senior and will be entering my freshman year of college in the fall. While I haven't made any final decision as to what I will be majoring in (and I know my interests may shift within the next few years - I'm looking at biochemistry and chemical/biochemical engineering at the...
How often do recent law graduates get a job without having any previous internship experience at a law firm?
I am a high school senior perusing an education to become a criminal justice attorney. While I will make it a priority to get internship and experience, I recognize that it may be an obstacle. I want to know the likelihood of a job fresh out of college. #jobs #lawyer #internships #criminal-justice
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