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How do I get the job?
I am a 2025 Graduate with a degree in Communications and minors in Business, Creative Writing, and Philosophy. Since I graduated, I held small jobs to stay afloat, but nothing that would be good long-term financially. I have struggled through what feels like thousands of unanswered applications and dozens of interviews where I was "a great runner-up". I'm feeling the pressure of needing to pay my bills and build my experience, but I can't seem to get job offers no matter what I do.
I don't know what exact career I want.?
I really enjoy creating things with art or AI, but I'm not sure what careers are actually out there that would work for me, or if I would be able to handle the responsibility of that certain career. I'm trying to research different careers in AI, but the information is hard to follow along with and still understand. Another interest I have is working with animals. I don't mind getting my hands dirty, but I don't want to be rolling in the mud. I don't think I am set in having a career dealing with animals, but I just want to know more on the subject.
What should I do after graduating college?
I recently got accepted into Notre Dame's Master's of Science in Digital Marketing program, and I have less than a month to decide whether to go or not. I am currently a senior at Eastern Illinois University and work as a creative media intern for the FCS-level Division 1 athletic program. My goal is to work for a college athletic department in marketing, communication, or student-athlete brand development. I don't want to be stuck doing content creation such as video and graphic design forever. I want to work at the Power 4 level eventually. If I went to Notre Dame, I would have to take out at least $50k more in student loans. I likely will be able to be a student intern for Notre Dame athletics social media, which is paid hourly, but I have not found any opportunities that directly help pay tuition. My other path would be applying for entry-level jobs in college athletics or other graduate assistantships, but those opportunities won't really be open for me until around January since I am graduating in May. I understand working in sports, especially college athletics, is all about connections, so I understand how valuable building a network at Notre Dame can be. Especially since my network is mainly just Eastern Illinois, which isn't at the Power 4 level and where I want to end up eventually. Plus I understand having connections with the Mendoza School of Business will be very helpful if I want to work outside of sports.
What projects are most sought after by medium-sized companies?
What projects should I start doing now with Java in VS Code to improve my CV on GitHub, and what kind of profile should I have on LinkedIn, in order to get remote work in medium-sized companies?
Is Game design a good choice for me?
Hey, I'm in 7th grade and want to get an idea of what collage and profession I want to pursue. Originally I was thinking about graphic design but in all honesty after getting Cookie run: Kingdom and watching epic the musical (The animatic) I thought game design might be both more fun and a better fit for me here's why I think that: -I like story telling -I am good at/like world building -having ADHD + Autism & think about things differently -I think visually -I can create 3D models of things in my head & turn them -I can create & keep a lot of lore solely in my head -I can think of & execute ambisius ideas -When I put my mind to something I'll do it & that's that Reasons I think I might struggle: -Having ADHD I get side tracked easily -if I hit a hard part I tend to just stop working on it -I get easily overwhelmed by big projects + deadlines -When I get overwhelmed I shut down completely -W/ my dyslexia I have a hard time reading & spelling & might mess up on something importent -I'm a perfectionist w/ things I really care about -I have anxiety and might overthink things leading to getting overwhelmed I would love your thoughts on thing & thoughts on good collages for collages there's only three main things: -I don't want to move too far (from Washington) -preferably student housing -Hands on programs and being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and having a not so common religion I'd love somewhere inclusive for all people (gay, all races, Therians, different religons) Also anti-AI would be preferable
How do I know if a job is the right fit for me?
I will be starting to apply for job within the next 2 months and when in the job search I was wondering how I know if a job is right for me? There are things I know I do want/don't want but how do I weigh the pros and cons and know exactly what is the right job for me?
Working in AI: what’s your job really like?
Hi! I’m a student interested in AI, and for a class assignment I’d like to learn what it’s like to work in the field. I’d love to hear from engineers who build or work with AI systems. I’ve numbered my questions below. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! About you 1. What is your job title, and where do you work? 2. How long have you been working in AI? 3. What does a typical workday look like for you? 4. What education or training did you need for this job? 5. What made you choose this field? Your work 6. What kinds of projects or products do you work on? 7. Which tools or programming languages do you use most? 8. What is a recent project you're proud of, and why? 9. Which skills matter most for doing your job well? 10. How do you keep your skills up to date in such a fast-changing field? Your thoughts and advice 11. What do you enjoy most about your work? 12. What is the most difficult part of your job? 13. What do people often misunderstand about AI? 14. How do you think AI will change in the next ten years? 15. What advice would you give a student who wants to work in AI?
What makes the most money?
What career paths and/or majors make the most money(STEM related)? I'm a high school student who wants ideas for what to do in the future.
When applying for a job in the future, does it really matter what college you received your degree in or does it just matter that you earned the degree?
I am currently a freshman in high school and I am extremely concerned that I will not maintain good enough grades to get into a decent college. My mom told me that her boss, at the children's clinic, graduated from a community college. I know that community colleges are still difficult to get into but tend to have higher acceptance rates than places like Harvard and Stanford. If I want to graduate with a bachelor's degree in biology, does it really matter if the college is competitive or not? If I attend a college that is really easy to get into, does that falter my chances of getting a job as a marine biologist? Any advice on this topic is much appreciated. Thank you!
As a foundation student, how do I choose future pathway?
Hi, I am a foundation student at UN Malaysia. Recently, I was studying C language and LLM foundations along with Claude courses. However, know I look also in the direction of Electrical-engineering, especially automation.
Where do I start off as a medical student interested in AI/ML?
I'm a medical student who's deeply interested in AI and machine learning and building valuable AI systems in healthcare and medicine. I'm quite good at Python and I've been trying to take AI/ML courses on my own, but I've never been so confused. Where do I start? How do I proceed? Do I need all the math? All the resources I lay my hands on end up confusing me more the previous. How do I get to the point where I'll actually start building stuff? I feel like I've been so stuck for months now.
I'm lost , please help me to find a way?
i'm in 2nd yr of private uni , and i want to do something which is actually , a student should do in 2nd yr. till now i focused on academics only but now i want to work on my skills, but i'm so confused right now, and i don't have much knowedge about languages(programming) and all these (tech) things, the onlt thing i'm good at is speaking , please guide me, and please tell me about cybersecurity also
What I choose my Career path after Graduation in Social Science, while there is no future job opportunities and I am looking to get job opportunities still struggling and failing the Consistent in interviews in Private job market due to poor Communication skills and Language Disability, what should I choose the Next career path? Is the Engineering like Auto Macanic & E-vachile Diploma best for me to start a new career due to very small use of Communication and more focus on Technical skills and best for career advancment and Job opportunities or I should choose anything else? Please!
In social science (IR Graduate in 2026) while there is no future job opportunities and I am looking to get job opportunities still struggling and failing the Consistent in interviews in Private job market due to poor Communication skills and Language Disability, what should I choose the Next career path? Is the Engineering like Auto Macanic & E-vachile Diploma best for me to start a new career due to very small use of Communication and more focus on Technical skills and best for career advancment and Job opportunities or I should choose anything else? Please!
How difficult is a career in Medical Billing for a beginner, and what should a fresher expect on the job?
Hi everyone! I am currently exploring career paths in healthcare administration and am very interested in entry-level medical billing. Before committing fully to this field, I want to understand the day-to-day realities of the job beyond classroom training. If you work in medical billing, revenue cycle management, or health information, I would appreciate your advice on the following: Real-World Difficulty: How complex is the workload for a beginner? Is the main challenge mastering medical coding updates, understanding insurance policies, or managing claim denials? Pace and Stress: How fast-paced is a typical day, and how do you handle the pressure surrounding high accuracy rates and strict filing deadlines? Onboarding Expectations: What does the onboarding process look like for someone with zero prior experience? How long does it usually take to feel competent? Key Skills: Beyond basic computer literacy, what habits or soft skills help a novice medical biller excel? Thank you so much for sharing your time and industry insights!
Need help?
I am a high school junior currently suffering from a chaotic time due to career confusion. I want to know a clear path for my future. My majors are maths and chemistry, and Computer science as a minor. I want to get a clear-cut path for my future, as I am running out of time. I need to decide what to do next. I need genuine help from a mentor. Along with that, I need to know about some useful free websites as a teenager to get into top universities
How can a student learning web development and accounting stand out and secure employment in a severely constrained local economy?
Hello professionals, I am currently a commerce student proactively expanding my skill set by learning web development, including both front-end and full-stack concepts, alongside accounting and business fundamentals. My goal is to build a sustainable career that bridges my knowledge of business operations with practical software solutions. However, I am navigating an extremely challenging economic environment in my region. Local job opportunities in the traditional market are scarce and hyper-competitive, with high unemployment rates and minimal entry-level roles. Additionally, access to mainstream international freelancing platforms and remote work infrastructure is heavily restricted or inaccessible for most students in my area, leaving few direct pathways to earn online or gain formal local experience. Given these systemic barriers and the lack of traditional career entry points, I want to ensure that my self-driven learning leads to tangible outcomes. I would appreciate advice on the following: Alternative Pathways: How can a self-taught student build verifiable experience and credibility when standard local job listings and freelance marketplaces are not viable options? Skill Combination: What specific types of roles, projects, or niche services benefit most from a combined background in commerce, accounting, and web programming? Remote Outreach: What strategic steps can an applicant take to connect directly with international clients, open-source communities, or global companies without relying on traditional freelancing hubs? Portfolio Strategy: What kinds of practical projects can I build to demonstrate value to potential employers despite a lack of formal workplace experience? Thank you for sharing your insight and guidance.
Career as an officer?
Hello Im writing this as an assignment from school on learning more about the career you want.Ive always been curious about being a police officer and wanted to know if anyone could help me answer some doubts. For example how is work life, is it complex, how does day to day look like and etc mostly to get an insight view into the job while also knowing if being a police officer is a career with many opportunities.
what to help me with in goat showmanship?
What is your goat's breed, age, birthdate, and weight? What does the official USDA scrapie tag number mean?
what to do to help me in horseback riding ?
how to help me with horse back riding and make a profession job out for this
How to choose a career for myself....my 12th is going to be completed in some months...and I don't know what i'll do(I'm a biology student)..I don't know which course I have to pursue and I'm totally confused about that..I don't know what are my interests and what to do and this is quite stressing...when someone asks me what I want to do...I don't have any answer...I only know one thing that I want a career I which I will be stable in future...but by what that u don't know?(I love biology but there are so many different careers in that also I don't know what to do)..?
How to find a suitable career when you Don't even know your interests
What are questions I should ask an alum who graduated in the same major (Architecture) as I am enrolled in?
I am current undergraduate student who's majoring in Architecture with my current goal of working in corporate architecture. Though architecture is a large field, I am trying to find some type of connection of career paths from others.
Which area of supply chain has the strongest career opportunities in South Africa?
I am currently studying a Diploma in Logistics Management and want to know what areas I can look into and towards for the biggest opportunities for either jobs or internships.
How do I narrow my career/ major choices after high school.?
In G11 and I have no clue what I want to do.
Which fastest-growing online career do I choose that matches my skills/ qualifications/ background?
I am an adult with advanced PhD/MA degrees in Philosophy/ logic; research psychology; Liberal arts. My key skills/ experience lie in writing, thought leadership, research, lecturing (all ages & media), counseling (basic license). I am best with word skills followed by people skills. I have some background in journalism, marketing, sales. For personal reasons, I need to work online/ remote/ freelance. Can you please suggest one or more areas to look into - fastest growing jobs that intersect with my skills. (I am ready to pivot if needed, but cannot afford to spend too much money or time in upskilling (I am a single mother in her 50s)). Thanks PS. Neither consulting nor technical writing nor platforms like Upwork is for me. (I have either tried or succesfully worked in each of these; there is declining job opportunity and horrendous competition). I am also unsuited for cybersecurity consulting work though I have research experience in that field. If you wish, I can provide you with my resume.
How to find what interests me ?
I am a high school student interested in engineering and maths, but I am confused about which college major to choose. I keep joining different courses, but I still cannot find my real interest, and college applications are coming up soon. I feel stressed and unsure about what to pursue in the future. How can I choose the right engineering or math-related major, and what should I consider when making this decision?
How to choose a major properly? Is there a way be sure it is the one?
I'm a senior high school student. I love biology, and math (other science subjects are intersting for me but not fascinating like the ones above). Right now I`m thinking between medicine and biomedical engineering. Anatomy out of all biology topics interests me the most. But I`m also a fan of Math and I think there is not much of it when beeing a doctor. On the other hand, BME is much more unclear for me and not that defined. I`ve read the descriptions and different field they work in, but I`m still not sure if it`s that promising for the future, while being a doctor is clearly shown everywhere to be a great job, with great output. I`d like to know how the insides work in BME, and if there is a way to know if i`ll be interested in it. Would be greatful for any feedback from people working in these fields.
What is physical therapy look like as a career path?
What does a normal day in a physical therapy place look like because that is my main choice of a future career and I want to see if it's actually a good fit for me. I'm interested in learning why things are hurting or like why things happen in the human body. I was also wondering what are some positives of the career and what are some negatives? I've never heard any negatives. How do you manage your time between schooling and normal life? I know there are lots of years to be able to have your degree.
Which careers would be a good fit for someone analytical, problem-solving, people-oriented & creative ?
Hi all, I'm no longer a student; I've studied veterinary medicine, an additional Master's in Business Management, and subsequently have gained work experience in pharmaceutical research (consisted a lot of project coordination & management). I've never really known what a good career would be for me and I'm not so sure anymore about the research industry, a.o. due to required niche expertises (which I don't have), and due to having to focus on such specific and narrow things. Over the years I managed to pinpoint what I like in a job a bit more. These are mainly: - Analytical thinking, solving problems or improving situations. (People haven't always appreciated me challenging situations or trying to think of better ways to do something, since that was never my responsibility). - Working with people & different backgrounds; maintaining close contact, frequently checking in, exchanging feedback & experiences, supporting people or helping them to improve situations. A job without this personal aspect drains me. - Strategic thinking and seeing the bigger picture. I get bored quickly and don't really get motivated from having to focus on details, detailed processes, etc. I get a lot of energy from being able to think about the bigger picture, about strategy, about how to come up with new concepts/processes or improvements to existing ones. - I like learning about new things, regardless of what it is. I'm someone who digs deep in new information and really wants to understand how something works. On the flipside, I get bored quickly once I've figured something out, so e.g. repeating the same project or process drains me. - Serving as a supportive lead/spokesperson for teams or colleagues' needs or issues. I'm not afraid to challenge systems or processes when I think it can benefit others to change them. - Figuring out dynamics between people in a work setting; how someone is affecting others or affecting processes, how to motivate people, how to help others be more satisfied and content in their work. It's maybe a lot of information I've given, but my question is; are there careers you think of that fit with these interests? Either related to my background or totally disregarding it. Thank you very much in advance!
Which course?
I am really confused about which course will be really good for me to come back? One more information I want to mention here about me is I had also worked as an accountant in India for almost 1 year, 9-10 years ago Please suggest me a course.
what are the courses for bio students after 12th
Please suggest courses that I can opt for after completing my 12th standard with a Biology background. I want to pursue something that has excellent scope and a bright future. Although I have given it some thought, I am still not completely sure. I need to finalize my career option by the end of next month, and right now, I am extremely confused. If someone can please guide and help me through this, I would be highly grateful.