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Quinn (Emerson)
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What career matches my interests?
I'm a high school junior and I like math and art. All of my extracurriculars are really centered around education though. I tutor kids in reading and my past 2 jobs have both been working with kids. Architecture and engineering are both interesting to me but I'm not entirely sure what I want to do.
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George Zou, M.S.
Academic Advisor
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Fort Wayne, Indiana
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George’s Answer
Hi Quinn,
Your career will depend a lot on your interest and personality. My favorite career quiz is the ONET Interest Profiler. It outlines exactly for you what your interests are and how much education you may need for every pathway.
Please feel free to check it out: https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin if there are any other questions
Best,
George
Your career will depend a lot on your interest and personality. My favorite career quiz is the ONET Interest Profiler. It outlines exactly for you what your interests are and how much education you may need for every pathway.
Please feel free to check it out: https://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin if there are any other questions
Best,
George
Erin E. White, PLA
Landscape Architect
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Duluth, Georgia
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Erin E.’s Answer
Landscape Architecture combines both science and art. You can focus more on science, more on art, or find a balance between the two. Unlike many jobs that become more specialized as you progress, this field seems to expand the longer you work in it. It covers everything outside the building and involves many different areas of expertise.
Jane Alvarado
Founder of Soulective Arts™ | Zen Mastery Holistic Arts Education
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Santa Ana, California
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Jane’s Answer
Hello Quinn,
If you choose to go the interdisciplinary route you can intertwine math and art as tools for Graphic Design. You would have access to study computer science, design planning, and artistic methodologies.
Another option if you excel pretty well in the architectural side like assess plans for homes and interior work then I recommend taking a class on Urban Planning to delve in and find out how you can arrange yourself in that field of study.
Happy browsing and remember it is crucial to know what type of audience age group you want to work with! This will help you determine which concentration is the best choice.
Sincerely,
Jane Alvarado
If you choose to go the interdisciplinary route you can intertwine math and art as tools for Graphic Design. You would have access to study computer science, design planning, and artistic methodologies.
Another option if you excel pretty well in the architectural side like assess plans for homes and interior work then I recommend taking a class on Urban Planning to delve in and find out how you can arrange yourself in that field of study.
Happy browsing and remember it is crucial to know what type of audience age group you want to work with! This will help you determine which concentration is the best choice.
Sincerely,
Jane Alvarado
William Vvuko
Retired engineer
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Moyo, Northern Region
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William’s Answer
Dear Quinn,
Your interest in tutoring kids is a noble one. Just remember that engineering students are taught by engineers. So you can still be able to teach even after becoming an engineer.
Art plays a huge role in architectural designs. You are well placed to persue studies in architecture.
Aesthetics - visual appearance - is an important tool in product presentation. As such, it's a very powerful marketing tool. It's extensively used as packaging solutions in the manufacturing sector. Aerodynamics is heavily influenced by shapes. The auto & aerospace disciplines can be excellent opportunities for you.
At the end of the day, follow your heart. Your choice should be something that evokes passion in you and inspires you to change our world through your contributions.
Which ever route you choose, you are destined for a successful career.
Your interest in tutoring kids is a noble one. Just remember that engineering students are taught by engineers. So you can still be able to teach even after becoming an engineer.
Art plays a huge role in architectural designs. You are well placed to persue studies in architecture.
Aesthetics - visual appearance - is an important tool in product presentation. As such, it's a very powerful marketing tool. It's extensively used as packaging solutions in the manufacturing sector. Aerodynamics is heavily influenced by shapes. The auto & aerospace disciplines can be excellent opportunities for you.
At the end of the day, follow your heart. Your choice should be something that evokes passion in you and inspires you to change our world through your contributions.
Which ever route you choose, you are destined for a successful career.
Melody Tharpe
Education - Teacher
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Indianapolis, Indiana
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Melody’s Answer
Hi Quinn,
I would like to offer you an option to explore. Given your current interests and activities, consider running your own nonprofit or not-for-profit centered around redesigning spaces to bring back vitality to areas. You can use your interest in working with students by creating outreach programs around the redesign/revitalization efforts. In any direction, you will want to research, explore, and develop a base plan for going forward. This plan is not set in stone and can adapt as you find more information or feel your interest tugged in a particular direction.
I would like to offer you an option to explore. Given your current interests and activities, consider running your own nonprofit or not-for-profit centered around redesigning spaces to bring back vitality to areas. You can use your interest in working with students by creating outreach programs around the redesign/revitalization efforts. In any direction, you will want to research, explore, and develop a base plan for going forward. This plan is not set in stone and can adapt as you find more information or feel your interest tugged in a particular direction.
Dr H
Dr. H's Research
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Australia
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Dr’s Answer
Hey Quinn!
It’s awesome that you’re exploring careers that blend math, art, and education. The great thing is—there are so many ways to combine your interests! I’ll break it down for you and give you some real-world career ideas, plus a little something to help you decide.
First I would start With th Career Paths That Match Your Interests!
Architecture – A perfect blend of math and art! You’d design buildings, landscapes, and spaces that are both functional and visually appealing. If you enjoy problem-solving, creativity, and technical design, this could be a great fit.
Engineering (with an artistic twist) – Fields like civil, structural, or architectural engineering allow you to design buildings and infrastructure. Industrial design and product design mix creativity with technical skills, while aerospace and mechanical engineering involve aerodynamics and aesthetic aspects of design.
Graphic Design or UI/UX Design – If you enjoy digital art, coding, and problem-solving, this could be an exciting field where you create visuals for websites, apps, and marketing materials.
Landscape Architecture – This career is all about designing outdoor spaces, city parks, and public areas, balancing environmental science, architecture, and artistic vision.
Education (STEM or Art-Focused) – You already have experience tutoring, so becoming a math teacher, art teacher, or even an engineering professor could be fulfilling! You could also work in curriculum design and help create interactive STEM programs.
Urban Planning – A mix of math, design, and social impact. You’d work on designing city layouts, infrastructure, and community spaces.
Game Design & Animation – If you love digital art and problem-solving, game development or animation for movies, VR, or interactive media could be exciting!
Data Visualization & Mathematical Art – Some artists use math and data to create stunning visual representations, like infographics, generative art, or digital modeling.
Now, How to Explore & Decide 🤔!
First, Test Your Interests in Real-World Projects:
Try a CAD (Computer-Aided Design) program like AutoCAD or SketchUp (for architecture/engineering).
Explore Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Blender (for digital art/design).
Take an intro to programming class (for UX/UI, game design, or engineering).
Try math-based generative art projects (Processing, Python, or JavaScript).
Secondly, Get Hands-On Experience:
Look for internships, shadowing opportunities, or summer programs in architecture, engineering, or design.
Volunteer for STEM or art-related education programs (this builds on your tutoring experience!).
Join clubs like Robotics, Math Olympiad, or Art Club to see what excites you most.
Then, Research College Programs & Career Growth:
Some universities offer interdisciplinary majors like Architectural Engineering, Design Engineering, or Computational Art.
Look into job outlooks—some careers require more education or certifications than others.
You don’t have to decide right now—just start exploring, and you’ll naturally gravitate toward what excites you most. Whatever you choose, your unique mix of skills will help you build something incredible! Hope these helps you out and help you decide on something, if you need more advice or something I missed you know where it shoot me on! Good luck! 🤗
Take an Online Quiz (like ONET Interest Profiler or MyMajors) to see what aligns with your personality.
Try a Free Course on Coursera, edX, or Khan Academy in architecture, engineering, or design.
Reach Out to Professionals—Find architects, engineers, or designers on LinkedIn and ask about their career paths.
Experiment with Different Projects to see what you enjoy most—maybe start with a digital art project or a basic engineering challenge!
It’s awesome that you’re exploring careers that blend math, art, and education. The great thing is—there are so many ways to combine your interests! I’ll break it down for you and give you some real-world career ideas, plus a little something to help you decide.
First I would start With th Career Paths That Match Your Interests!
Architecture – A perfect blend of math and art! You’d design buildings, landscapes, and spaces that are both functional and visually appealing. If you enjoy problem-solving, creativity, and technical design, this could be a great fit.
Engineering (with an artistic twist) – Fields like civil, structural, or architectural engineering allow you to design buildings and infrastructure. Industrial design and product design mix creativity with technical skills, while aerospace and mechanical engineering involve aerodynamics and aesthetic aspects of design.
Graphic Design or UI/UX Design – If you enjoy digital art, coding, and problem-solving, this could be an exciting field where you create visuals for websites, apps, and marketing materials.
Landscape Architecture – This career is all about designing outdoor spaces, city parks, and public areas, balancing environmental science, architecture, and artistic vision.
Education (STEM or Art-Focused) – You already have experience tutoring, so becoming a math teacher, art teacher, or even an engineering professor could be fulfilling! You could also work in curriculum design and help create interactive STEM programs.
Urban Planning – A mix of math, design, and social impact. You’d work on designing city layouts, infrastructure, and community spaces.
Game Design & Animation – If you love digital art and problem-solving, game development or animation for movies, VR, or interactive media could be exciting!
Data Visualization & Mathematical Art – Some artists use math and data to create stunning visual representations, like infographics, generative art, or digital modeling.
Now, How to Explore & Decide 🤔!
First, Test Your Interests in Real-World Projects:
Try a CAD (Computer-Aided Design) program like AutoCAD or SketchUp (for architecture/engineering).
Explore Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Blender (for digital art/design).
Take an intro to programming class (for UX/UI, game design, or engineering).
Try math-based generative art projects (Processing, Python, or JavaScript).
Secondly, Get Hands-On Experience:
Look for internships, shadowing opportunities, or summer programs in architecture, engineering, or design.
Volunteer for STEM or art-related education programs (this builds on your tutoring experience!).
Join clubs like Robotics, Math Olympiad, or Art Club to see what excites you most.
Then, Research College Programs & Career Growth:
Some universities offer interdisciplinary majors like Architectural Engineering, Design Engineering, or Computational Art.
Look into job outlooks—some careers require more education or certifications than others.
You don’t have to decide right now—just start exploring, and you’ll naturally gravitate toward what excites you most. Whatever you choose, your unique mix of skills will help you build something incredible! Hope these helps you out and help you decide on something, if you need more advice or something I missed you know where it shoot me on! Good luck! 🤗
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Sreedhar Chanda
Mechanical Engineer
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Kentwood, Michigan
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Sreedhar’s Answer
Hi Quinn,
What about teaching Architectural Engineering to school kids? The civilization is ready for some out-of-the-box thinking regarding
designs of houses, schools, bridges, etc. Who better for this job than school kids?
You can get the bachelor's degree in architectural engineering and add a teaching certificate to it.
Good luck!
Sreedhar
What about teaching Architectural Engineering to school kids? The civilization is ready for some out-of-the-box thinking regarding
designs of houses, schools, bridges, etc. Who better for this job than school kids?
You can get the bachelor's degree in architectural engineering and add a teaching certificate to it.
Good luck!
Sreedhar
Charnelle Saint-laurent
Observer analyst
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Huntington Station, New York
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Charnelle’s Answer
Thank you for your question. Yes I agree with all the answer above you can be an architect, an art or math teacher/professor, graphic design, web developer, printing, engineer and so much more you just got to do your research. I just named a few but maybe you can even think of something interesting that people need and want innovation is always needed and welcomed in this world. Best of luck, you got sometime but it does go by quick. I’m still working on my education at age 34 learning has know age so don’t feel pressured.
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