Stoneham, Massachusetts
What is your best advice for college freshmen?
I am going to be a college freshman this fall. What is your best advice related to academics and career opportunities? #college
Do you enjoy working in human resources?
I've never actually met someone who does human resources, so i'd like to hear about your experience. What do you love most about it? What is especially difficult? This question was posted by a CareerVillage administrator on behalf of the students of CareerVillage.
what kind of jobs can you get in a communication degree?
is communication a good degree or just average
How many areas are there in engineering?
I want to become an engineer but not sure what area of engineering interests me. #engineering
For public speaking, what can a naturally introverted person do to become more comfortable and confident?
As an introvert, often I find it challenging to talk in front of large groups. Are there are any tips to facilitate these nerves to feel more confident?
How do I know if I have what it takes to be a programmer?
I think maybe I want to be a computer programmer, and make websites. How do I know if I have what it takes to be successful? I really want to know the truth. For example do I need a certain amount of grades? Or is there something I can do to figure out if I am not good enough? Sometimes people...
How can I develop or achieve a academic or dream career while also maintaining a sufficient social and personal life?
For instance, being able to take vacations, practice my hobbies, hang out with friends and family are all what I desire but I fear I won't be able to do any of that if I take the standard academic route and do a Masters program or go to graduate school for even longer.
How does one maintain a healthy work/life balance so that the demands of a career or academic goal do not stifle other passions?
I have always had a desire to acquire a deeper understanding of our natural world and its living processes at a molecular level. I am applying to college to pursue Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, with the hope of one day attending graduate school or even taking the Medical sciences route. I...
Would you recommend doing a gap year between undergrad and law school?
I'm currently at college as an undergrad and considering law school #lawyer #law-school #college
What should i major in if I'm looking to invest in real-estate or accounting?
#real-estate #major #career-exploration #accounting
Dreams vs. Reality
How do you balance realistic goals with dreams that may be less practical? #CV23
What is "Business Development"?
Hi, I'm in high school and I think I'm going to work in advertising, but I am still learning about other options. Someone came to speak at our school and said that she worked "in business development". I couldn't figure out what she really does. What does business development really mean, and...
did your college help with getting a job when graduating?
did your college help with getting a job when graduating?
How do you know what college best fits you?
I've had some colleges in mind that I would love to go to, but I don't seem to know which ones are the right ones to pick." What if I regret applying for this college" is a frequent question that pops into my mind. I have plenty of time to think about college, as I am a sophomore, but I don't...
Why do people go to school?
I believe people to go to school to get a diploma, to prove people that they finish high school or maybe the reason people go to school it's because they want to makes more money. People don't have to go to school to start investing though.
What major should I study for career in Network Security?
I am a junior at Madison Park T.V. High School, I'm in the ISSN(Information Services Support Network). I'm interested in working with computers and keeping it secure, I want to major on Network Security and I'm not sure what major I need to study in college to proceed on my career....
How will I know when a specific field of engineering is for me?
I am a senior in high school and I have applied to numerous colleges for engineering. My only problem is that I applied undecided engineering and after hearing numerous colleges talk about the different fields of engineering they offer, I still can't seem to lean towards a field that I like. I...
How did you get good at typing quickly?
I like using computers for work much better than working in a store (as an example: a grocery store or a clothing store). I want to type faster!! Can you please tell me how you learned to use your computer keyboard more quickly? (I am in 11th grade but my parents do not have a computer at...
Why did you end up choosing the career you are in now?
I want to become a pediatric nurse. I want to see what inspired people to go into their career. #nursing
What are some good websites to advance/strengthen your coding skills.
17 year old junior applying to colleges this year #college #engineering #coding
What are the best ways to stand out in the college admissions process?
I have good grades and extracurriculars but is there something else I could do to really boost my application?
#college #collegeadmissions #business #finance #ivyleague #GivingisCaring
What's the difference between a computer programmer and a software engineer?
Some people say I should be a programmer, but I can't figure out the difference from a software engineer. Please help. #engineer #computer #software #programming
How did you get your job??
how did you get ur job and also how did u know where to? do you just find places online and then apply and go in for interviews? or is it like referred by someone?
Research in industry vs academia
I am a current graduate student in materials science looking into research careers after I graduate. Do you have any insights into the differences between doing research at a company, compared to a university? #science #research #graduate-school
How do I figure out what career to pursue?
As a follow up question, once you figure out what you want to do, how do you figure out how to get there?
Is it worth it to get an MBA straight after getting a BBA or wait for a couple years before going to grad school?
Don't know which option is better in the long run
#mba #bba
What programming languages should I know to impress potential employers?
My goal is to make a very comfortable life for myself but I need to get hired for that to happen. So what should I learn? Should I just try to learn every language I can or will that be a useless effort? #computer #computer-software #computer-science #information-technology
How do I grow my self confidence in order to talk to new people?
College is all about starting a new chapter in your life. You may go off to a different state or even internationally in order to get your education. Inevitably, this means leaving behind old friends in high school. As a shy person I was wondering how one may go about building up some self...
Am i able to still get my dream job if i have to get a GED?
Am i able to become a counselor if i have a GED? I am failing school and have to repeat 9th grade my school had told me i was most likely get kicked out and most likely will have to get my GED im concerned i wont be able to get my dream job.
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