Saint Clair, Missouri
Do internships really help me in finding a job?
I would like to know if internships looks good on my resume and will help me in finding a job. #internships #resume-building
How do I manage sports and classes in college?
I will now have more time in college than in high school. I wanted to know what apps are the best to help me. #collegeapps #planning
I am really interested in science, but not so much with math...are there any feilds in science that require limited math?
Science is usually my best subject, but math is usually my worst. I really want to be involved in the science feild but i am afraid this isn't possible with my subpar math skills. I've found a few options, but am in need of suggestions. #science #biology #math
What is the potential to make connections for a future career at a private university verses a large public university?
I am a Junior at a St. Louis area high school looking at my options for colleges. To help me decide where to go if I am accepted I am looking for feedback regarding connections available at smaller private universities. I am a person who gets along with pretty much everyone and will have no...
Teachers, do you like what you do? And if so can you explain what you like about your job?
I am looking to be a teacher, and I believe it will be nice and informing to know what other teachers think about their job, Thanks!
#teaching #education
I want to be a teacher because I love to interact with people, and kids are easy to understand and it’s great to watch them grow. But can someone give me optimism on the pay, and being able to support a family on the income?
I want to become a teacher, but the pay may not be enough to support a family I might possibly want in the future. #education #teaching #children #working-with-children #salary
Political Science or International Relations?
Which should I major in? I am interested in working in foreign policy, but I'm not sure which is the better major to pursue for this. Should I go with the less specific Political Science, so I have a safety net if I don't like foreign policy? Or should I go more specific and really specialize...
Should I major in French if I only took 1 year of French in HS?
I took Spanish for 4 years in high school, and in my senior year I decided to take French I. I've fallen in love with it, and I want to major in French, but is that a good idea? Will it cost me more money in the long run? Will I be too far behind? #majors #French #foreign-languages
What does a week look like for an account at a firm like Nike vs a small business owner?
I took accounting as a junior and never fully understood what the difference in jobs a big time company accountant would do vs a small mom and pop shop. #accountant
I do not know what majors to do in college and I would love to know some tips in becoming a nonprofit lawyer.
I want to become a nonprofit lawyer, (a lawyer who helps with advocacy, public defense, legal services, etc.) #college #lawyer #majors #and #nonprofit
How hard is it to find a job as a mechanical engineer?
I am planning on studying this field of engineering. I was wondering if other fields might be easier to get a job in. #engineering #jobs #mechanical-engineering
How do you approach your boss about asking for a raise?
I work at a marina during the school year and I recently got promoted to a supervisor. Is it appropriate to ask for a wage since I am monitoring other workers? There is more responsibility but I just started the new position. #work #supervisor #dockhand #marina #raise
What is being in a medical school like?
I want to go to medical school in the future. I'm curious about what it's like. Are you always up late? Was it too stressful? Did you enjoy yourself? Was it all worth it? #medicine #doctors
What is the day in the life of a neurologist like?
I'm interested in studying neurology. I'd like to know what I'd do everyday to see if it is a right fit for me.
Are your families satisfied with your career choice?
Many families, children especially happen to be unsatisfied with their parents' career choice. Parents are supposed to be the beacon of hope and the people their kids can look up to for their own reasons. When kids aren't happy about their parents' career choice, that leads to resentment and...
Does your overall career choice satisfy your personal goals in life?
Hi my name is DeMarcus and I am a rising college freshman hoping to attend either Old Dominion or Radford University. My pursued major of choice is Information Technology. Reasons for my pursuit is because of my love for computer technology and helping people in the same manner. Technology will...
how would i go about scholing to become a pediatric oncologist nurse?
I am thinking this is something I would really like to do, but because it is so specific I dont know how to go about my schooling #nurse #oncology #pediatric
What do you do as a social worker?
I'm thinking about going into social work and I want to know what exactly it entails. #social-work
Do you reccommend attending a community college then tranfering to a university to get your specific dental training? or start off at that university?
My financial situation isn't the best, so anyway I can save money I will do. Also, if I'm getting the same education at a community college, then why can't I go there instead? #dental #family-dentistry #dental-hygiene
Are the study abroad programs a good thing to do for my career while in college?
I would love to study abroad and I don't know if the cost will be worth it in the long run for a career in art. #college-majors #international #study-abroad #courses #art-college
I am majoring in art but i haven't narrowed it down from there yet. What major in art would be the best career wise?
I like all kind of art and I am not sure if I want to major in design, or graphic art or visual art. There are so many different branches in the art field. I am not sure which would be best. #art #fine-art #fine-arts
What is the typical day of a civil engineer?
I am looking into becoming a civil engineer and asking professionals seems like the best way to attain information. #engineering #civil-engineering
I am looking into civil or industrial engineering. Could you tell me the main differences between the two?
I am divided between civil or industrial engineering. I don't know much about either besides what I am able to read online. Having information from someone who works closely between the two would be enlightening. #engineering #engineer #civil-engineering #industrial-engineering #industrial-engineer
After receiving my double bachelor's degree, how can I stand out when applying for teaching positions?
I plan to major in Human Development and Family Science through North Dakota State University, as well as Elementary Education through Valley City State University. I have also considered possibly minoring in Special Education, would this be wise? #elementary-education
What do I need to do to be certified to teach kindergarten?
Receiving a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education certifies an individual to teach Grades 1-6, and "with additional course work and an additional student teaching experience, be certified to teach kindergarten as well". What "additional courses" will I need to take? Does this just mean...
How do I find people who want to hire me to play music?
I am a saxophone player pursuing saxophone playing in college and wanting to make that my profession. It's very hard to find enough gigs to fill up one's time or get a desired income. How do I get the right people knowing who I am and what I can do for them. #music #networking #saxophone...
How do I best make sure I am understood and not argued with when I give instructions?
I was in a situation where someone was expecting me to pay them when I knew they weren't getting paid all along and I thought they knew too. We did not part as friends. How do I prevent more situations like this from happening where there is such a disconnect and misunderstanding? #music
Is it better to go to grad school at a different university than your undergrad?
I've heard people say this and I'm just curious if it was true or not. #career #career-path #graduate-school
Will I be at a disadvantage if I pursue a masters-level entry into nursing program instead of getting a BSN first?
I am going to Harvard in the fall to study, and they don't have a nursing program, but if I decided to pursue that career, I was wondering if it would work if I just did a direct entry program at Johns Hopkins or something or if it would be better to just go to PA school. #nursing #medicine...
CareerVillage is here to help you reach your goals. Get your career questions answered by professionals.
Learn how CareerVillage can support you →