Webster, Texas
What’s the best path to become an electrician apprentice in Texas Union, IEC, or private company??
Hi! I just graduated with a degree in Computer Science, but I’m considering switching careers to become an electrician. I have a solid math and physics background and recently got my Texas electrician apprentice license. Now I’m unsure whether I should: Apply to IBEW Local 716 (but their...
What are the activities (including internships, volunteering, research, etc)? Can I apply to pursue a career in psychology as a sophomore college student? Could you please help suggest activities, organizations, or places where I can start (including the specific websites or names of the places)?
I am nearly in my sophomore year (the fall of 2025), basically I don't have either an Associate or a Bachelor in Psychology field, I wonder if any activities in this field I could do to learn more about my major and improve my skills as I want to become a psychologist/therapist and a researcher...
how do i decide a career?
im thinking about becoming a pilot. i took a discovery flight and i felt like i didn’t do a lot (which ive heard is normal for one) more of like a looking and getting to know what its like, but i wanted to do more. I also think if the college im attending had an aviation program i would want to...
How can we improve accessibility to career preparation and higher education for underserved communities?
I am currently a rising junior in college and I am a first-generation college student.
What colleges in Texas are best for a student who wants to pursue a career in orthodontics. What major should I choose?
I am an incoming high school senior and want to choose the best college in Texas. What colleges have the best pre dental programs that will help me stand out for dental school applications. I was thinking about Texas A&M or UT in Austin.
How does a typical day of a person in a business, accounting, or finance field typically go?
I would love to hear from people who have a career in a related or similar field of business, accounting, or finance about how their typical day is. What time does your workday start? When does it end? How is your environment? What is the best and worst part of your day? Any type of information...
I feel like I'm not doing enough. What should I do?
Is there any advice or tips on what I should do to make my college application stand out more I just feel like lately I haven't been doing anything impressive or captivating for college admission to be impressed about.
I think I want to major in finance or accounting, but I am not sure since I have never had any in-depth experience handling money. What can I do?
I love math. I have always been good at it and figured maybe I should one day become an accountant , but I'm not sure if I am built for it, as the most experience I have had with accounting and handling money is doing math at school and learning how to save money. I have taken a couple of...
Passion project
Why choose just one career when you can have more than one? Why limit yourself to a single interest when you’re passionate about many? I love business and fashion, and recently I’ve been asking myself: do I want to own a café—maybe a boba, energy, or herbal spot with food and pastries—or should...
What are some practical steps I can take in high school or to prepare for career in business?
I Want to make my own business
What should I look for when creating my college list? #spring23
I know that I need to look for dream schools and safe schools but what makes a university/college good? What type of things should I look for other than the majors they offer. #spring23
What major/minor would be most beneficial to go alongside an associates in Diagnostic Sonography?
As a 17 year old Junior in High school, I have been looking into studying a higher level of education pass obtaining an associate’s in Diagnostic Sonography. I want to have a bachelors degree that would allow me to have versatility in job opportunities alongside sonography. I enjoy working...
What colleges in Texas better for athletic training , or are there better out of state colleges that have an athletic training program that aren't too expensive?
Im currently trying to build my list of colleges I am wanting to attend but I am not sure if out of state colleges are better or In- state, I don't want to go far from family so I would really prefer staying in state.
How should I spend my summer- gaining relevant experience, or gaining money to pay for college?
Hey everyone! Aspiring exotic animal veterinarian here, I'm trying to decide how to use my summer. Last summer and throughout this current school year, I've interned at a vet clinic unpaid. I've just gotten my CVA Level 1 Certification, too. Here are my two decisions- Option 1) Apply to work a...
What is you're biggest advice for getting through college despite countless distractions and the pressure to succeed?
#Spring2025 I'm an incoming first gen college freshman. I'm the first in my family to go to college, so I've had to figure out a lot by myself. I can't afford to fail because of the amount of money college costs. Senioritis has also been hitting hard and I'm scared all these bad...
What was the most noticeable difference in work load and experience during freshman year of college and highschool?
I am currently planning on studying Electrical Engineering and I am curious to know how the work experience will be different from high school courses.
How can I build my professional acting portfolio while being active in college, what will professional companies most look for ?
I'm a seventeen year old in high school, and am going to college for theatre. More specifically live theatre. I've had experience in competitive and community plays in the past and have enjoyed both experiences thoroughly. However, I've never experienced theatre on a professional level, as...
How do you go about building long-lasting connections from professional networking? I want to learn how to better maintain the conversation going with all the amazing people I meet at conferences!?
Tips on maintaining the spark!
Tips on keeping your connections organizated and being thoughtful when reaching out!
How should I start my junior year on the right track?
Hello, Career Village! My name is Jennifer, and I am currently in 2nd semester of my sophomore year of college. As I am going into my junior year of college, I often hear from my upperclassmen that junior year is crucial for my academic career. My question is how I can set myself up for a good...
How to figure out career?
What do I do if I still don't know what I want to do for a career? I'm currently working and plan to work during college, but its not something I'm passionate about and I want to discover what it really is that I would love to do for the rest of my life. Any tips or paths I can take? Maybe ways...
How do I know I am not messing up my life?
Hello Career Village! I am a 2nd-year college student at RPI, and I've come to a point in my life where I am in this shell and can't seem to break out of it because I am afraid of taking risks in my academic career. I have so many ambitions I want to tackle, but as I am finally getting the...
What classes should I take in college if I want to pursue athletic training as a career?
I want to pursue athletic training, but I am also stuck between doing physical therapy and occupational therapy.
What advice do you have for someone pursuing a career in cybersecurity How can I best prepare for internships and entry-level roles while still in school??
What certifications or skills should I focus on to stand out as a cybersecurity intern during college?
What is the best studying method for you?
I've tried many things but have no luck, kinda winging everything, and the grades show. Trying to see if there's something I haven't thought about or a new approach to an old method.
What is a good educational tool that can be used to help in pursuing a marine biology major?
It could be anything in regard to note taking, studying, time management, extracurriculars, internships, anything like that! #spring25
Is social work rewarding enough to make stable life What types of internships should I look into? If I wanted to do something with law and social work what should I do ??
Is social work rewarding enough to make stable life ? What types of internships should I look into? If I wanted to do something with law and social work what should I do ?
What are all the steps I would need to take to start my career off as a Nurse Practitioner but later transition into a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist?
I have already got my Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification and I am also wondering how I can apply this to my future career. I would like to come out of nursing school being a Nurse Practitioner and I want to know how long this might take. I would also like to know how long it...
How can I sharpen my managerial skills before becoming a people manager?
I am looking to move into a management position. Aside from formal education, how can I sharpen my skills to prepare for this role?
How difficult is it to go back to school as an adult after deciding to change work fields?
I am deciding to go back to school for an AAS in electronics engineering technology to pursue a more stable future for myself after a few years in tech doing QA. I am in my 30s now and have always wanted to finish my degree. How tough is it to get back in the groove of academia?
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