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Joy Apr 29, 2017 1606 views

How can students start up an organization?

I am planning to make an organization where people can support online learning, like Khan Academy, edX, and Coursera. I already have a plan of how to make a website and stuff, but I don't know if this is an organization, company, or charity. This plan also involves donating money. Right now I...

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Laiz Apr 15, 2017 3100 views

Should I wait a few years before starting an MBA program?

I will be graduating this semester and am thinking about graduate school. The school I currently attend has a bridge program that would allow me to complete my MBA in two semesters (option expires after 5 years). While all this is great, I have been told that getting out into the workforce to...

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Laiz Apr 11, 2017 1914 views

How does a person decide on an area of study without a vision of what they would like to do?

My roommate was going to school and took a semester off because she was really unhappy and unclear of where she was headed. She started taking classes again, but still feels lost and without grasp of her future. We were talking over breakfast this morning as she was expressing her frustration...

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Katia Apr 11, 2017 2352 views

If I get a Bachelor's in biology, can I get a Master's and PhD in biomedical science?

I'm a high school student who wants to be a biomedical researcher, but most of the colleges that I'm looking at only offer biology and not biomedical science as a major. I'm wondering if I can jump to biomedical science in grad school, even though I didn't major in it in undergrad. #biology...

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Laiz Apr 10, 2017 1530 views

How can I set myself apart when applying for jobs?

I will be graduating this semester (Woohoo!) and am currently looking for jobs to gain work experience to act as stepping stones in building a career. I work as a server at a restaurant, but realize I need to focus on my future. To the jobs I have already applied to, there are many I have yet...

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Katia Apr 02, 2017 1534 views

If I want to do research, is a degree in bioengineering necessary?

I'm interested in becoming a researcher in the field of biomedicine, but I'm not sure if I would need to get a BA or Master's in bioengineering in order to do that. #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical-engineer #biomedical-science #bioengineering

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Katia Mar 19, 2017 7609 views

What is the difference between biomedical engineering, medical research, and the pharmaceutical industry?

I'm interested in pursuing a career path in one of the above fields, so I would like some clarification as to what these specific careers entail. #biomedical-engineering #pharmacy #pharmaceuticals #medical-research #biomedical-science

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Katia Mar 19, 2017 2392 views

Is biochemistry a good choice to major in for a bachelor's to become a pharmacologist?

I'm thinking about pursuing a career in pharmacology, but I'm not sure what the best major would be in order to become one. #medicine #pharmacy #biochemistry #pharmaceuticals #medicine-research #pharmacology

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Katia Mar 19, 2017 1889 views

What does someone in pharmaceuticals do on a daily basis?

I'm interested in pursuing a career in pharmaceuticals, but I'm not sure what their day-to-day tasks look like. #pharmacy #pharmacists #pharmaceuticals #pharmaceutical-industry #clinical-pharmacy #retail-pharmacy

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Katia Mar 12, 2017 4018 views

What does a pharmacologist do on a daily basis?

I'm interested in pursuing a career in pharmacology, but I'm not sure what their day-to-day tasks look like. #research #pharmacy #biomedical #pharmaceuticals #biomedical-science #pharmaceutical-industry #pharmacology

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Katia Mar 12, 2017 4664 views

What does a biotechnologist do on a daily basis?

I'm interested in pursuing a career in biotechnology, but I'm not sure what their day-to-day tasks look like. #biology #tech #biotechnology #women-in-tech

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Katia Mar 12, 2017 6210 views

What does a biomedical engineer do on a daily basis?

I'm interested in pursuing a career in biomedical engineering, but I'm not sure what their day-to-day tasks look like. #engineering #biomedical-engineering #biomedical-engineer #biomedical-science

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Jamie Mar 09, 2017 1495 views

How can I manage time effectively?

I am a junior in high school and one skill that i need to grasp is time management. I ask this because I still need to learn how to finish my schoolwork on time but also still want to participate in many activities. I believe that time management skills will also help me in the long run so I...

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Jamie Mar 09, 2017 2530 views

How do I manage time effectively?

I am a junior in high school and one skill that i need to grasp is time management. I am a person who is always hyperactive but I also get distracted a lot and I want to know what it takes to manage my time more effectively. I ask this because I still need to learn how to finish my schoolwork...

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Katia Feb 26, 2017 1706 views

Is it possible to get a job in the research industry, not academia, with a PhD in biomedical science?

I'm interested in pursuing a job as a researcher and was wondering about whether it would be possible for me to work in research in the industry. #research #phd #medical-research #biomedical-science #science-phd

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Katia Feb 26, 2017 1493 views

How did you go about becoming a biotechnologist?

I'm a sophomore in high school and am interested in pursuing a career in biotechnology, but I'm not sure that the prerequisites are for tha field. #biotechnology #biotech

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Katia Feb 26, 2017 1890 views

Can I still do biomedical research with a degree in biochemistry?

I'm interested in becoming a biomedical scientist. Would I need to get a Bachelor's Degree in biomedical science only, or would biochemistry allow me to work in that industry as well? #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical #medical-research #biomedical-engineer #biomedical-science

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Katia Feb 26, 2017 1526 views

How did you go about becoming a biomedical engineer?

I'm still in high school and am interested in pursuing biomedical engineering as career. #biomedical-engineering #biomedical-engineer

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Katia Feb 26, 2017 1978 views

How do students pursuing a PhD working in research earn money?

I'm interested in getting a PhD in biomedical science, but I'm not sure how to earn money working as a researcher while still having to pay for school. #research #biomedical #phd #medical-research #biomedical-science #science-phd

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Katia Feb 19, 2017 3154 views

Is a PhD required to get a good job in the biomedical field?

This is a bit of a general question, but I'm interested in pursuing a career in biomedical engineering, research, or science. I've heard that there is much competition and that a lot of experience is required to get a job in this field. #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical...

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Katia Feb 19, 2017 2314 views

What are the steps required to become a biomedical scientist?

I'm a sophomore in high school and am not fully sure of the prerequisites needed to pursue a career in biomedical science. For example, what would I need to major in in college? Should I get a PhD or Master's? #science #college-major #biology #research #biomedical-engineering #medical-research...

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Katia Feb 19, 2017 1884 views

Is it possible to do research as an undergrad with a major in biomedical engineering?

I'm still in high school, but I'm planning to pursue a career in the field of biomedical research. I was told that I would need to major in biomedical engineering to do so, but that I wouldn't be allowed to do any research. Is this true? And if so, what would be some majors in which I can do...

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Katia Feb 19, 2017 1443 views

How did you about becoming a biomedical researcher?

I'm a sophomore in high school who is interested in pursuing the field of biomedical research in the future, and I don't know all of the steps required to become a researcher. I'm planning to take AP Chemistry and Biology, as well as AP Stats and BC Calculus in the 11th and 12th grades. What...

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Katia Feb 11, 2017 1518 views

Is it better to intern with a professor in a research lab or at a research company?

I'm a high schooler who would like to find an internship in the field of biomedical research, but I don't know if I should be inquiring professors or companies in that field. #biology #internships #research #biomedical-engineering #internship #biomedical #biotechnology

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Katia Feb 11, 2017 1619 views

Should I include a resume before applying for a high school internship?

I'm a high schooler who would like to get an internship at a local college. Is sending an email asking for one enough or should I also add a resume? #internships #internship #job-application

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Katia Feb 06, 2017 2895 views

What kind of questions should I be asking at an internship?

I'm in high school and would like to find an internship. However, I'm not sure on which questions I should be asking to get the most of my experience.
#internships #internship

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Katia Feb 06, 2017 2099 views

What should I put on my resume if I'm a high schooler looking for an internship?

I'm interested in finding an internship at a research company or university, but I am not sure what to put on my resume as I don't have any experience working elsewhere. #internships #research #job-application

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Katia Jan 29, 2017 1633 views

What are the academic steps required to become a biomedical researcher?

I'm not sure of the specific field I would need to major in to pursue that career field. #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical #medical-research #biomedical-science

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Katia Jan 29, 2017 2902 views

What does a pharmacologist do?

I'm interested in entering the pharmaceutical field, specifically in research. I've heard that pharmacologists research new medicines, but I'm not sure about their specific job description. #pharmacy #pharmacists #pharmaceuticals #pharmacist #pharmacology

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Katia Jan 29, 2017 5310 views

What is the difference between pharmacology and a pharmacist's degree?

I'm thinking about joining the pharmaceutical field, but I'm not sure about which specific job I should pursue. #pharmacy #pharmacists #pharmaceuticals #pharmacist #pharmaceutical-industry #clinical-pharmacy

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Katia Jan 29, 2017 2115 views

What are the academic steps required to become a pharmacologist?

I'm interested in pursuing pharmacology as a degree and am wondering what my academic path would be in this field. #medicine #research #pharmacy #biomedical #pharmaceuticals #medicine-research #biomedical-science #pharmacology

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Katia Jan 22, 2017 1705 views

Is a Master's Degree required to get a good job in the biomedical research field?

My dream is to work in a laboratory doing biomedical research. I've heard there's lots of competition for this field and most companies only accept employees with a Master's Degree to do lab work. #science #research #biomedical-engineering #masters #medical-research #biomedical-science

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Katia Jan 22, 2017 1339 views

What are some tips for finding an internship as a high schooler?

I'm looking for an internship and am currently in high school, but I don't know how to start looking for one. I'm interested in the biomedical research field. #science #biology #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical #biomedical-science

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Katia Jan 22, 2017 1339 views

How important is to find an internship as a high schooler specifically in the field of your intended major?

My career goal is to be a biomedical researcher in the immunogenetics field, but I was wondering if it finding an internship at another research field, for example oncology or genetics, would still be helpful to me. #science #biology #research #biomedical-engineering #biomedical #biomedical-science

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Katia Jan 15, 2017 1893 views

Is it required to get a degree in biomedical engineering from to become a biomedical researcher? Or is biomedical science enough?

I'm interest in becoming a biomedical researcher and work in a lab. I'm trying to figure out what my major should be so I can plan my high school classes. #biology #research #biomedical-engineering #medical-research #biomedical-science #researcher

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Katia Jan 15, 2017 1092 views

How difficult is it to find a biomedical research job in the Silicon Valley?

I am planning to become a biomedical researcher, hopefully in California, and I'm aware that the bustle of the Silicon Valley companies provide lots of competition for finding a job. #biology #research #biomedical

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Patrick Dec 29, 2016 1820 views

What was your first job in the game development industry? Please share your experiences--the good, the bad, the ugly, all of it--with me.

Hello. I am an aspiring Game Designer/Developer who's attending college to get my Bachelor's Degree. I was just wondering to all the veterans and professionals in the Game Development world, what was your first job title working in the industry? Did you like it? Was it memorable? What game...

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Melissa Dec 21, 2016 2179 views

What traits does a hiring manager look for in a graduating student who does not have years of work experience?

I am about to head into my last semester of college and have not yet found an internship. I may have to move after graduating, and was wondering what traits help an applicant/candidate get a job when they do not have the years of work experience behind them. #human-resources #hiring

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Nathan Dec 01, 2016 1060 views

Which major in the business field will give me the most opportunities?

I am interested in business, but I don't know what degree will be the most desirable to companies which are hiring. #business

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Nathan Nov 30, 2016 1267 views

Is it worth it to pursue an advanced degree in business?

I am interested in the pursuing business in college and want to know if the major is required to get a job in business/marketing. #business #marketing

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Amit Nov 14, 2016 2889 views

For an undergrad freshmen students, how can they get internships in their related fields. Is it possible to get internship in the first year without any experience or broad knowledge?

I am an engineering student who want to make career in aeronautical engineering. I want to make my base strong and know as much as i can but the problem is i don't have much knowledge in this field. Also, i have heard we can get experience and practical knowledge from internships....

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Adriana Oct 31, 2016 1785 views

What are some important things to consider when looking at colleges?

As a Junior I need to start thinking of schools I want to study at. I am kind of clueless about this subject. #college #college-bound #college-selection

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Adriana Oct 31, 2016 1142 views

what kind of jobs are open for people who study structural engineering?

As a junior I need to start thinking about colleges and career paths. I am looking for a more specific goal. #engineering #structural-engineering

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Marie Oct 30, 2016 1843 views

Is it difficult to find a job as a cosmetic chemist?

Just wondering! #chemistry #cosmetics

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Logan Oct 30, 2016 1090 views

What are the lesser known STEM careers that are coming up or people dont know about?

Are there any careers in the STEM field that are brand new to the field, or have they just not been popular? If so what are they and where could I find more information about them? #college #college-bound #future-careers

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Logan Oct 30, 2016 1028 views

How can I be sure that this is the field I want to go into?

My future can change at any moment, why would I want to stick to the plan of going into a STEM field? I've always loved science, but what if there is a different option I could go for not in the STEM field? Would it be worth it? #college #biology #bachelors-degree

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Imani Oct 29, 2016 809 views

If you could meet the person who inspired you to pursue a STEM field who would it be and why?

I want to know who inspired those before me, why they chose to help set the way for me. #doctor #scientist

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Marie Oct 29, 2016 1392 views

Is chemistry considered a difficult major?

I'm really interested in going into cosmetic chemistry but first I have to get my bachelor's in chemistry. I've heard that it is a difficult major and I just want to make sure. In no way will anyone's answer change my mind about what I want to be but I just want to make sure. #chemistry

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Deanicia Oct 28, 2016 168784 views

When asked the question, "Why do you want this job" what's the best way to respond?

When I apply, this is the most common question, however, I do not really know what they expect in an answer. #science #technology #mathematics #interviews #interview-questions #job-application

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Deanicia Oct 28, 2016 21365 views

Should I talk about my failures when being interviewed for a job?

I read an article about how a recruiter who interviews students got an answer of "I expect failure" from one of the students. Then they went and wrote an article on how this answer was amazing. Should I do the same and state some failures like struggles in class or should I keep that to myself....

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