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What are some skills required to be an engineer that typically aren't thought of?
I'm asking because I want to have an edge against other future engineers. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #software-engineering #civil-engineering #personal-development
How often do you work on creating a Movie, Musical, Play or Tv Show? Late Nights, Early Mornings? How much money does it take and how much do you make based off of when people see the movies?
I'm looking for answers for a Career Project. Any and all answers are great. Thanks so much!
What is a cover letter, and why are they important?
I have created and re-created many resumes, but I never created a cover letter. What are their purpose, and why are they important? #job-search #resume #cover-letters #job-searching
What is the most important thing to maintain in college?
I am asking this question because I do not want to mess up in college #college #college-major #college-admissions #college-bound #college-recruiting
How much does it cost to study abroad?
I am curious and want to understand how much money goes into a single semester abroad. #college #college-bound #study-abroad
How can one determine the best country to study abroad in that relates to their major?
Hopefully this question can help anyone who is deciding that they want to study abroad but don't know where is the best place for them to do so. #college #college-major #college-bound #study-abroad #hbcu
What are some tips for building a resume that will stand out?
As an undergrad student with no work experience, what are some other sections that I can add to my resume to stand out? I want to show my employer that even though I've never had an official job, I have acquired skills that make me suitable for the position. #jobs #job #resume #working
What, based on your opinion, is the best "college matcher?"
An example would be bigfuture.collegeboard.org. Basically, what do you consider to be a great website/online resource to help prospective students find colleges that are a great fit for them? #college #college-admissions #college-bound #search
How can I prepare for next summer?
Since I didn't do anything this summer, I was wondering how I can start to prepare for next summer. I want to do something interesting, such as intern, volunteer, study abroad, etc, but I don't know where to start. Thanks! #internships #volunteering #internship #study-abroad #volunteer
What is the longest process of getting in college?
Im asking this question because i want to go to college. #college
Is there an "ideal" resume?
I have two resumes: the simple resume looks rather boring to me, as if it was made in high school (which it was!), but the professional resume looks like it has a lot of info that can deter others from reading it. What guidelines should I follow to make sure I don't put too much or too little...
What kind of internships should I pursue if I am a Mathematics major? I am unsure of what I will do with my degree, so any general internships that could help are APPRECIATED
I have been struggling to find an internship or job that directly relates to my major, so I was wondering if anyone has an idea of where I should work for my first job? I would like for it to relate to my major. I am not sure what I want to do with my degree yet, but since my first year of...
How does one become an expert in their field of work? (Maybe provide specific tips!)
As college students, we recognize that we must be distinguishable in our field, but many of us, especially those who are first-generation college students, are unsure of how to do so. Please expand on what individuals can do to become more experienced other than doing internships and working in...
What info should I fill out under the "education" section on LinkedIn?
I am debating if I should simply enter my major, GPA, relevant coursework, and awards I received from/while attending each institution. Is there any additional information I should add? #education #resume #linkedin
How would I get experience in classes my school doesn't have?
My school is very small and has an even smaller amount of classes for the students to choose from for electives and does not have a choice of any AP classes. If I want to do something like Aeronautical/Astronautical engineering, the College/University I may choose to go to may want a better...
What percent of the material you learned in college do you feel you actually use in your field of work?
I am curious how others have applied what they have learned to their current jobs and/or internships. #major #work #learning
What professional websites (besides LinkedIn) should prospective and current college students look into?
The main professional website that people use is LinkedIn, but are there other websites people should look into? #college #college-bound #colleges #networking #linkedin
How much does living away from a city affect job opportunities?
I am interested in living in a suburban or rural area while working in computer science. My concern is that intuition leads me to think that most of these jobs would be in large cities. Is that accurate? How much is pay affected? #computer-science
What country/countries have study abroad programs that are great for Math majors?
It is very difficult to determine what country to study abroad in that will relate to my major. Are there any countries that come to mind when you think "Math major?" #college #career #mathematics #math #college-bound #study-abroad
Will I use everything I learned as a Math major in the workforce?
I have considered studying a Calc textbook during the summer to learn the basics and start to take my understanding of math to a deeper level. I would love advice on approaching the subject matter and becoming an expert in my field. Thank you in advance! #mathematics #math #major
How should one decide what minor to choose?
Some say that you should pick something that is interesting to you as a minor, but others would suggest picking a minor that will compliment your major. Which is a better suggestion? #college #college-major #college-bound #colleges #college-minor
Why is it important to consider smaller colleges that are not commonly mentioned or are less popular than, say, Ivy League institutions?
Many prospective college students aim to apply to colleges with a name that is popular and more known. However, experts mention that smaller colleges can provide the same, or better, environment for students to learn. May someone clarify how this can be? #college #education #learning-environment
What jobs can a person with a bachelor's degree in Bio-engineering expect? In what environment would they work?
I have always enjoyed biology and the idea of engineering a prosthetic for the human body is interesting to me. #engineering #biology #science
What are the possible career choices for someone who might double major in computer science and pharmacology or int. business?
I am currently learning AP computer science. I am still deciding what I like at the moment, but those three things interest me the most. I am not sure what my choices will be once I attain those degrees. #computer-software #business #pharmacy #international #international-business
Should I be fluent in the languages of the countries in which I wish to teach abroad?
#teach #english #teachingabroad #tefl #tesol
How should one prepare to study abroad?
I'm starting to look up different study abroad programs, so I was wondering what factors should I focus on when doing my research? #study-abroad
How did you choose that major from all the other majors out there?
its hard for me to settle down and actually pursue mechanical engineering. #mechanical-engineering #stem
When does lack of work experience become detrimental to one's chances of getting a job?
I am struggling to find a job this summer, and wherever I look, the employer requires me to have at least a year of prior experience. Should I still apply to those jobs with hope that they'll hire me? #jobs #job #experience #work #hiring
When is it time to take high school achievements off your resume?
I accomplished many things in high school, but I know there is a point where future employers, colleges, etc only care for one's endeavors in college. When would one say that it's time to put "childish" things away?
#college #resume #high-school #colleges
Do employers check social media accounts of those who are applying to their company?
There has been discussion over the years that employers check the social media pages of potential employees. Is this true? How wary should one be when posting online, even if the posts are private (between friends)? #job-search #social-media #background-checks
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