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What do you do on the first day of your job or internship?
Hello! I am still unemployed and still have a couple of questions in my mind. I am reflecting on my previous experiences, and I notice that I have difficulty doing or starting the tasks assigned to me if I do not know the full plan of the project. Situation#1: Manager gives me tasks like benchmark this and that, create a research plan with this. (usual) Situation#2: There is a full meeting talking about the project. Still clueless about the systems and how the management is run. It is like, how do I approach work in the company that I'm new to? It seems that I need an orientation of the department, like some readings on how the business works, the goals, and how projects work. I did coffee chats but they seem to give me different answers or the "it is what it is". It is like I need to understand all that first to fully immerse myself in the work.
What is worth of Next Generation Firewalls in Cyber& Ai?
As previously i was into .Net development as my self pace passion and now i an curious about system's security and choose Firewall as my next topic..
Hii I am confused what should I do take drop or admission ?
I had gate 76 percentile in mht cet
A bsc in electronics mathematics and computer science with honours in electronics from tier 1 college such as msrcasc in Bangalore, bs+ms degree in ds from iitm, 30+ GitHub projects 5 internships and 3 letters of recommendation, 9 specialist skill certificates in a niche field, how good is this profile compared to a basic btech in ece from tier 2 college ?
A bsc in electronics mathematics and computer science with honours in electronics from tier 1 college such as msrcasc in Bangalore, bs+ms degree in ds from iitm, a mtech or msc from college such as iit/nit/iisc/iist/iiit, 30+ GitHub projects 5 internships and 3 letters of recommendation, 9 specialist skill certificates in a niche field, how good is this profile compared to a basic btech in ece from tier 2 college
Which degree to go for between BS maths and BE geoinformatics ?
Yes those two are my only options. I'm not particularly interested in anything. And I know the job market is obviously not ideal right now but I do still want the safer one. I am NOT interested or planning to get higher education (at least for now). But i would like to keep my options open and not be restricted to a single field.
What to study to become Detective?
What path in studies and all should I pursue if I plan to become a detective(like in law enforcement, probably like CID/CBI/FBI, etc.), (without being a patrol officer and all first, and then taking the long-term journey?) Also, will the same path work out for an investigative psychologist? If not, then what path should I pursue in this case? Can I work in(or with) law enforcement in this case?
What are some free online 1:1 career counselling sources available?
Being a student of class 12 and having second thoughts about my career options and job opportunities, what are some free online websites/apps/any source which I can use for 1:1 career guidance. Being a student, I can't afford any chargeable sessions, and for maintaining my confidentiality, I'd like to avoid any video/voice calls.
Is there any freelancing opportunity for students?
I am currently a student and under 18 so i can't directly take part in many earning activites so can u sggest me any way to earn money to pay my own fee??
Why do careers get wipedout by a newer technology or advancement in civilisation?
Why do careers get wiped out by a newer technology and advancement in civilisation? Is it really to be considered a wipe out or more of a transition? Why does it feel pain to see a career shift or total annihilation of certain workforce especially does at their time being which seem totally untouchable and are considered the pinnacle of a job career one can attain? Lastly if you've experienced such in the past, how does it feel like? Is your experience helping you now that this new career shift is happening with AI?
What is the difference between these jobs, pls explain in simple way?
The jobs:- Detective, Private Investigator, Behavioural Analyst, Criminal Psychologist, Intelligence Analyst, Criminal Profiler, Crime Analyst, Investigative Psychologist. Also state their salary and power(in the workplace). Which of these jobs best represents a job where, in a crime scene, one tries to find the criminal using clues and patterns. Then interview them (the criminal and others), state their motives and try to understand them on a psychological level.
What should I do to embark my career in marine engineering after graduation?
I have just completed my degree in marine engineering, looking forward to start my career. I have been sending job applications across different ship companies but all I get is rejection or no response. If anyone has just joined or has been in the engine department your insights and advice would be of great help. Thank you
How to get a pharmacy technician job without any degree or experience?
Hello! I’m an incoming freshman, about to attend college this fall. Therefore, I have no experience or degree for any medical field yet. However, I searched online and saw that you don’t need experience working as a pharmacy technician in a retail store, sometimes even in hospital. I’m in a pre nursing major, and it has nothing to do with pharmacy except that they both are medical related field. I thought I could try applying for some retail jobs in CVS and/or Walgreen and get those pharmacy tech skills. But I got rejected both times when I applied. I think they mostly want people with experience working in the position. Do you know what I can do to maybe increase the likelihood of getting into there? I heard if I start out working as a cashier in CVS, there’s a more likelihood that I can be promoted to working in the pharmacy area. Is it true? I’m not as serious about pharm tech jobs as of right now, that’s why I wanna try working there to see if I like this job or not. Thank you!
what career to choose in business?
hi, I'm just in high school doing my commerce. I'm very confused that which path in business should i choose after my 12th. i do want to study abroad but I'm not financially very stable nor my parents can afford high tuition fees. i talked with AI for the same and based on my interest it suggested me to go with business administration and management along with marketing and media, which becomes a dual degree. for the same I'm looking for universities in various countries which can offer scholarships and are affordable for living for an Indian. if you know any degree in business which will be great for me , please recommend , if you also know any colleges or countries best to study please recommend. i can definitely insure i'll appreciate every reply.
Do I have a chance of getting into BA Psych Uni with bad grades?
Hello everyone, I’m 19 years old and from the Czech Republic. A few months ago, I was rejected from university due to my high school grades. I had a really rough time with my final exams, which left me with a low overall GPA. However, my dream is to become a psychologist, and I know I have the aptitude for it. Throughout high school, my grades specifically in psychology were exceptional (straight A's). it’s the one subject I completely excel at. Unfortunately, because most admissions systems rely strictly on an overall GPA cutoff, I feel completely stuck. I desperately want to study outside of my country in an English-taught program. In the Czech Republic, doing a grade redo or finding a university preparation course isn't really an option. Does anyone know of European countries, specific universities, or alternative pathways (like foundation years or entrance exams) that look at subject-specific grades rather than just a total GPA? I’m willing to work incredibly hard. Any advice would mean the world to me. Thank you!
What should I do...?
Hey everyone, I’m 17 and trying to plan out my next 4-5 years, but I’m feeling a bit confused and overwhelmed by my options. I come from a traditional background as an only child, and I really want to make my parents proud while building a career that is long-lasting and high-earning. The plan I have made is to major in Software Engineering (ideally targeting the aviation sector), and I want to minor in Religious Studies to honor my mom’s wishes. On top of that, I have a deep interest in law and politics, which I feel could really strengthen my long-term stability and career leverage. However, I also have a massive love for creative fields like fashion design (which is a great practical backup skill to sew for a living if needed) and filmmaking. I’m naturally great at multitasking, so my idea is to focus heavily on my main degree during the semesters, and then use my summer and winter breaks to take short courses or self-study law, politics, fashion, and filmmaking rather than trying to get full degrees in them.Does this sound realistic, or am I trying to take on too much? I'd love to hear from anyone who has successfully balanced multiple heavy academic interests and creative passions during university! Options and opinions all are welcomed I really want to hear your thoughts and changes that could be made to save my future
AP Exam Score Relevance for Architecture Major?
Hi, my name Sanvhi and I am planning to major in architecture. I am currently a junior and my dream school is University of Pennsylvania. I have listed the AP's I have taken with the score I have received, and the ones I plan to take. All the following AP's I hope to get a 5 on, but if I were to get a 4 on any, they would most likely be APUSH, both AP English's, and possibly Calculus AB or BC. I plan to put majority of my focus on AP Physics 2 and Research to show growth from a 4 in AP Physics 1 and Seminar to a 5 in those, as well as AP 3D Studio, Art History, and Calculus. AP World History Modern: 4 AP Microeconomics: 5 AP Precalculus: 5 AP Macroeconomics: 4 AP Seminar: 4 AP Physics 1: 4 AP Art History: AP Research: AP Calculus: AP English Language: AP Physics 2: AP 3D Studio Art: APUSH: AP Calculus BC: AP English Literature: Other than my exam scores, I have been doing research outside of school on architecture and domestic violence and plan to publish it, founder of the Engineering Club (integrated the Society of Woman Engineers program in it), applied for a SWE award (hopefully a recipient) and to be a SWE Influencer, applying for the Scholastic Art award and other architecture contest, SGA president for 3 years, and a youth ambassador for a domestic violence nonprofit working for university outreach. I have not taken the SAT yet, but plan to try my best to get around a 1500. I know nothing is set in stone and things can change with my results in contests, real SAT score, and more, but I was just wondering how important my AP scores would be for UPENN. Again I know there's no definite answer but I just wanted some others opinions! Thank you!!
What is the fastest way to get leadership roles/recognitions under 2 months?
I need 5 recognitions and 5 leadership roles for an application I've been eyeing for an MBA. What I can only do is volunteer in orgs for social media or anything they are in need of help. I am not in uni anymore. What can I do? How can I reframe this? Will anyone be willing to review my resume or career history? Does the recommendation letter person's "authority/title" matter? Also, currently actively seeking internships first before before jobs because I lack the experience and practical skillset. But I feel like I'm lowballing myself, considering I do have some experience, but it seems that the " unpaid internship" is too heavy for one person (marketing + analytics).
What associates are worth it in 2026?
I’m currently a Registered Behavior Technician making $22/hr and am looking into associate degree options because I’m feeling pretty burned out in my current field. Unfortunately, due to working full time and having bills to pay, programs that require clinicals aren’t really realistic for me right now. One thing I’m struggling with is that a lot of the careers I’ve looked into seem to want experience that I don’t have. I’m also not sure whether my experience as an RBT would be considered relevant healthcare experience for non-clinical hospital or healthcare roles. I live in a smaller city in Brevard County, so there aren’t a ton of job openings for some of the careers I’ve been researching. So far, I’ve been considering Business Administration, Office Management, and Health Information Technology. My goal is to transition into a stable career that pays at least close to what I’m making now, with opportunities for growth and advancement. I’d be willing to take a small pay cut if it led to better long-term career. I’m just trying to find a realistic path that fits my situation.
What made you choose psychology or psychiatry over the other ?
I’m planning to start college next year at the age of 28 to become a child psychiatrist or psychologist after working in childcare with children who had high trauma for three years. Was curious on how you stuck out the long education? How hard was it to afford financially? Also, how do you handle your mental health while also handling others? I struggle with my own battles and wanted to know how possible it would be for someone who has a diagnoses to also provide therapy and medication for others? Can you also give me pros and cons for each job? I did use chat gpt for advice, but I still need a professional opinion because I have to know if I’m pre-med or not. Overall my question is, does the additional investment in becoming a psychiatrist produce a sufficiently better financial return?
Which career would suit me based on the way I think and what I enjoy.?
One thing I've noticed is that I'm fairly good at reading people's emotions and picking up on how they're feeling, even when they don't say it directly. I'm also naturally curious about why people think and behave the way they do. If I could, I'd love to understand the mind of the person in front of me. I love mythology a lot and love learning about different myths(got this love from Percy Jackson) Another thing about me is that I rarely accept an idea at face value. Whenever I support a statement, I almost immediately start thinking of its weaknesses. After a minute or two of deep thought, I can usually come up with a convincing argument against it. Then I often find myself questioning that argument too, creating another opposing statement. And the series of contradictions goes on. Plus, I love those high and mighty rivalry talks you mostly get to see between enemies and all. Makes me feel royal- and I love feeling royal. I am fairly good at academics, but I tend to forget it easily. And I particularly don't like Science much. Because in physics and chemistry, most of the things aren't very clear; I am still unable to get the meaning of velocity(How does distance play a role in it...So I take it as speed in displacement) Outside of academics, I love reading manga, manhwa, and books, especially fantasy, science fiction, psychological, and mystery stories. I also enjoy anime—both mainstream series and those with deeper psychological or philosophical themes. I'm drawn to stories that explore complex characters, moral dilemmas, and human nature more than series that only contain battles. Some of them I love are: Percy Jackson, A Song of Ice and Fire, One Piece, Tokyo Revengers, Naruto, Tomodachi Games and thousands of others.But, I am no good at drawing. I'm especially interested in psychology, human behaviour, and understanding how people think. I would love to read the mind of the person in front of me. One thing I know for sure is that I don't want a job where I spend the entire day sitting alone reading or reviewing long documents, reports or graphs(I hate statistics). I have considered careers like a detective specialised in psychology, a forensic psychologist, an author and all. I would love a career with some adventure. Based on this, what careers do you think would genuinely fit my personality, strengths, and interests? I'm looking for suggestions beyond the obvious ones like "psychologist,"(I could consider it, but it's not the best one) especially careers that involve analysis, investigation, strategy, behaviour, or decision-making. Also, the career should have a good salary. But please, try to recommend me a career that would be kind of adventorous for me, one that I would enjoy.
Help me find a Job.
I recently completed my Master’s in Economics, and I am currently feeling quite lost about what direction to take. While people often assume that completing a master’s degree means having a clear career path, I honestly do not feel that way right now. My course was largely theoretical, and I have realized that I lack many of the practical and quantitative skills that seem to be expected in today’s job market. Initially, I wanted to become a professor. I genuinely enjoy teaching, and the idea of being in academia, doing research, and engaging deeply with a subject is something that still interests me. However, I have not been able to clear the exams required to become eligible for teaching positions, and it has made me question whether I should continue pursuing this path or consider other options. I want to clarify that my goal has always been to become a professor rather than simply take up teaching as a job. At the same time, I am now open to exploring other career paths if they align with my background and interests. The challenge is that I do not know where to start. If I decide to switch roles or move into a different field, I feel like I would be starting from scratch. I do not have a strong practical or quantitative skill set, and I am unsure about what I should learn, how to learn it, and which career paths would actually be realistic for someone with my background. Before suggesting internships or entry-level roles as the first step, I want to mention that I have already tried applying for them. Unfortunately, I have struggled to even get interview opportunities, which has made me realize that I may need to first build the right skills and profile to become a stronger candidate. For people working in economics, research, data, consulting, academia, or related fields, I would really appreciate your advice: * What skills should someone with a theoretical economics background build to become employable? * Should I start with quantitative tools like statistics, econometrics, Python, R, SQL, etc.? If yes, what would be the right order to learn them? * What career options are realistic for someone with a Master’s in Economics but limited practical experience? * Is it possible to transition into research-oriented roles, and what steps would help make that happen? * If I decide to move away from academia, what fields would make sense to explore? I would genuinely appreciate guidance from individuals who have experience in this area or have undergone a similar transition.
I have graduated! What now?
Any tips you wish you had known right after you graduated? Job hunting? Or internship hunting for those who have no experience? I have a complete ATS resume and a portfolio.
Anyone who does career counseling ?
I am trying to figure out what I want to study in either for trade school or college. I currently am unemployed and 17. I need a job now as well that pays well and long term but I am not sure if I should do a program or internship at PCC instead because the job market is really bad right now. I am also not sure whether I want to have a remote job or in-person job after I finish either college or trade. If anyone who was in a similar situation or is currently doing trade/college/internship/program what your advice is. I am just really lost right now and I don’t have much time because I finish high school in about 5 months so I need to have a plan after that. I know there is different topics any questions but if anyone can please share your feedback on this I would appreciate it.
Is pursuing a bachelor’s in Biotechnology in Malaysia a good decision in terms of long-term career prospects ?
I am currently facing a career decision and would like guidance. I originally wanted to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, but many people around me are advising me to reconsider because they believe the field has limited job opportunities and low market demand. I applied to NUST for Biotechnology, but due to limited preparation time I did not score well enough to secure admission (although final merit lists have not been released yet, my chances seem low based on my marks). Before that, I had also applied to universities abroad, including Malaysia and Turkey. However, after deciding to stay in Pakistan, most of the application deadlines for Turkish and other universities passed, except for Malaysia. I have now received offers from two Malaysian universities: Taylor’s University with a 50% scholarship and INTI University with a 45% scholarship. However, I am now hearing concerns that Malaysia also does not have a strong biotechnology job market, which is making me reconsider my decision. At the same time, I am thinking about whether it would be possible or realistic to go to another country for higher studies (Master’s or further education) after completing my bachelor’s degree in Malaysia. Given all of this, I would like advice on the following: Is pursuing a bachelor’s in Biotechnology in Malaysia a good decision in terms of long-term career prospects? And is it a viable pathway to later pursue higher studies or work opportunities in other countries, even if the local Malaysian biotech job market is limited?
Conflicted on whether i should do classics at a good university or finance and accounting at mid university ?
Im resitting my alevels in math and economics, with classics as a new alevel, i previously failed physics, honestly i would really enjoy classics but it clashes with expectations, its unconventional to my parents, who’s approval i would need to gain, but F&A is vocational and straightforward, but i would only apply to mid tier Russel groups, compared to applying to classics at ucl, kcl- even though i am a resit student. Any advice?
How can I pivot to a Master's in Bioinformatics if I failed high school Physics and must take a non-science Bachelor's degree?
I am an international student thinking of studying in Vietnam for my undergraduate degree, with the ultimate goal of pursuing a Master's in Bioinformatics later. My high school subject combination includes English, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education, Artificial Intelligence, and Physics, but I completely failed my Physics exam. Because of this failure, traditional science and biotechnology undergraduate paths are entirely closed to me, even though my final high school certificate will officially show an overall passing status. I need to know which undergraduate courses are possible for me to take that completely bypass high school physics and core science eligibility requirements. Specifically, is it possible to switch from a non-science undergraduate major—like Information Technology or Computer Applications—into a computational biology or bioinformatics postgraduate program down the line, and how graduate admissions in Vietnam view a tech major who has high school biology credits but a failed physics grade?
What should i choose CSE or ECE?
so i am a dropper gave my JEE exam this year and get a good rank.. But now in counselling process i am very confused about choosing branch CSE or ECE .. everyone is saying different prospective like " CSE is not reliable due to AI and jobs are terrible in CSE" and someone is like " CSE is the best " others are saying "ECE is the future.it is going to explode due to India's semiconductor Mission " i don't know about branch that much but i like physics a lot[ i get 99 percentile in JEE MAINS and i enjoy it more than anything] but moderate in Math because i was a NEET aspirant .but i know math . i would get ECE in top NIT s like ROURKELA, SURATHKAL[ i get it in my mock seat allotment ] ,WARANGAL and CSE in IIIT ALLAHABAD , NIT CALICUT,NIT DURGAPUR so now please help me
Which degrees would you recommend for someone who's interested in Chemistry and the Beauty / Luxury Goods Industry (Cosmetics/Pharmaceuticals/Textiles...) ?
I'm applying for Chemical Engineering in uni - I’m choosing this path because I love chemistry and I want a degree that leads to a high earning career, specifically in the beauty and cosmetics industry (like L'Oréal, Estée Lauder, etc.). However, I've been told by current students that the math and physics are really hard, and I'm scared that I will drop out since I'm not the best at these subjects. Also, they claim that there isn't much chem in the degree anyway. I'm mainly choosing ChemE for the salary (as opposed to a regular chem degree), and for it being a 'general' engineering degree which allows for branching out into varying industries. I would like to work in a fun, sensory, and creative environment, collaborating with marketing and design teams, rather than sitting behind a computer doing stressful heavy simulation or structural modeling... Yet I feel like that's incompatible with the salaries I want. So which degree or studies would you recommend for me? Thanks!
What should be my course of study?
I am currently in 10th grade. I am want advice on what degrees should I do and should I study? I am currently considering doing a bachelor's degree in computer science in online beside my college. After college I want to do a second bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence. Then I want to do a masters in artificial intelligence. I want to build AI related stuffs.
Should i pursue- finance with accounting or economics or just straight finance?
I am a Year 13 student trying to decide whether I should pursue a degree in Finance & Accounting, Finance & Economics, or just Finance. I want a stable, decent-paying career, but I do not want anything too high stakes or high pressure like investment banking or trading. I am also not aiming to go to the very top 1% of universities. I have an interest in the legal side of things, but I know that career progression is generally easier to navigate in the finance sector. I am currently confused about whether to combine finance with accounting or economics. When it comes to finance, I am really drawn to the risk management side something that might be considered a bit boring, but pays well and offers good stability. On the other hand, I also really love the development and policy modules within economics. However, I want to avoid the heavy statistics side of the subject. Given these specific preferences, I am stuck on which option is the right pick for me.