Career questions tagged careerdevelopment
Give me any advise or if you could give one piece of advice to a Year 10 student who is still exploring their career options, what would you recommend?
Hi, I am a Year 10 student who is interested in pursuing a career in medicine and am currently exploring careers in biomedical engineering and biochemical engineering. I am also interested in learning more about careers within the Defence industry, particularly careers that involve medicine, science, engineering and technology. I would like to learn from professionals currently working in these fields or students who have experience studying towards these careers.
Bridging Commerce and Full-Stack Development: How to position myself for hybrid roles?
Hello everyone! I am currently an Intermediate of Commerce (I.Com) student who has also completed a technical program in full-stack web development (focusing on the MERN stack, JavaScript, and Tailwind CSS). Because my background spans both business/commerce fundamentals and modern software engineering, I am trying to figure out the best strategic pathway for my career. Should I look for entry-level roles that strictly lean toward software development, or are there specific hybrid niches—such as fintech, e-commerce platforms, or Business-to-Business (B2B) SaaS solutions—where combining commerce knowledge with coding skills provides a distinct competitive advantage? What portfolio projects or networking steps would you recommend to effectively showcase both skill sets to potential employers?
What scholarships or international study opportunities would you recommend for someone with my background in Media & Communication and digital marketing?
I recently completed my Bachelor’s in Media & Communication Studies and have around four years of experience in digital marketing, communication, content development, and research. I’m now exploring scholarship opportunities in Europe, Scandinavia, and the US to pursue further studies and gain international academic and professional experience. My goal is to learn from different education systems, work environments, and approaches to technology and communication, and eventually bring that experience back to my country and contribute to its development. For someone with my background, what countries, scholarships, or career paths would you recommend? And what steps could I take now to make my profile stronger for international opportunities? I’d especially appreciate advice from anyone who has studied or worked abroad and has gone through a similar journey.
How do I evaluate whether a company’s values and sustainability commitments align with my own when considering a job?
How do I evaluate whether a company’s values and sustainability commitments align with my own when considering a job?
What goals would I need to work towards in my last two years of high school, to become a flight attendant when I graduate ?
I am a junior in high school and will be 17 turning 18 when I graduate.
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.
As an mining electrical engineer. What steps did you take to land this job? What skills were most critical in your early career?
Mining electrical engineering
How has Adopting AI Impacted Your Career?
In my previous question I asked about Careers being wiped out or evolving with the impact of AI and its effects on the Career landscape in general. I got really insightful reply. With most response on Career inevitable evolution, Ability to Learn, Adaptability and Use of AI as a Leverage. My question now is on AI in the Career space. How is it aided you in your Career, What has changed since you adopted it?, Was the adoption of AI in your Career seamless or difficult? Are you aware of Ethical AI use, it's potential for Bias and Plagiarism and occasional Hallucinations? Share your thoughts please 🙏🏿.
Which durable skill do you think will become even more valuable for future lawyers, and why?
I'm an aspiring law student interested in learning from professionals who have already been through the journey. With AI changing how students learn, work, and even practice law, I'm curious: Which durable skill do you think will become even more valuable for future lawyers, and why? Whether it's communication, critical thinking, adaptability, emotional intelligence, ethical judgment, or something else entirely, I'd love to hear what skill has made the biggest difference in your career and what you think future law students should start developing now. Thank you for sharing your insights!
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 can I connect early childhood education to psychology and criminal justice?
I am interested mainly in early childhood education as it fits in with work i have done but also psychology. What can I work towards and what is a good career path for me?
i'm a Pharmaceutical Sciences diploma graduate from Tanzania and I'm struggling to choose the right bachelor's degree. Part of me wants to continue in healthcare, while another part is drawn to technology, business, and roles outside traditional pharmacy. How did you know you were choosing a degree that aligned with the life and career you truly wanted rather than the one you felt expected to pursue?
'm a Pharmaceutical Sciences diploma graduate from Tanzania and I'm struggling to choose the right bachelor's degree. Part of me wants to continue in healthcare, while another part is drawn to technology, business, and roles outside traditional pharmacy. How did you know you were choosing a degree that aligned with the life and career you truly wanted rather than the one you felt expected to pursue?
What should I be learning as a student graduating a year from now to get his foot into a financial analysis role What can I do to learn those things? How can I master those required skills? What should I know by the time I graduate??
-I sped up my grad date meaning ,I'm taking classes at a faster pace. -Just started working on my bachelors so I don't have that many business classes under my belt. -No internships since they all deny me for not having experience.
What are good degree options for a 20-year-old leaving ABA?
I’m 20 years old and planning to go to college. I’ve been in ABA for 7 months making $22/hr, and I don’t have a passion to pursue this field long-term. The job is both physically and mentally demanding, and I’ve received little to no support in what feels like an extremely unethical work environment. Right now, my main focus is to get my associate’s degree, but I want out of ABA as quickly as possible. I’m looking for something that can lead to a stable, supportive, and beneficial career with opportunities to grow. I can’t do programs that require clinicals because I need to work full-time while in school, but I am open to other healthcare-related roles. My main interests include psychology, law, beauty/cosmetology, and business. I’ve considered becoming a paralegal, but I live in a small city and I don’t think there are many job listings in that field. I’m open to other options as well—I just want something where I can get good support, decent pay, and long-term advancement opportunities.
How will I make it?
I am an upcoming senior, I’m stressed about what I want to become and where I’m going to end up. I know I want to help children and do something in the healthcare, I’ve always wanted to work with children and babies. I’m just not confident enough to pick what to do and if I’m smart enough for it.
what bachlors degree should i major in that will not only be higly paying but also peak my intrests ?
in the age of ai and the rising compittition i am unable to find my self a relevent degree that would help me be in the position i envision myself to be
How can I transition from Pharmacy to healthcare consulting?
I am a senior band 8a Pharmacist and Independent Prescriber with 10 years experience in various settings including digital/telehealth, physical and mental health Trusts. I have an established record of delivering significant cost savings through large scale medicines optimisation and biosimilar switches. I have experience in clinical governance by way of being elected as a Staff Governor to sit on the Council of Governors and also a Core20PLUS Ambassador Alumni with NHS England and NHS Improvement to address healthcare inequalities. With this background, I'd like to move into healthcare consulting. Please advise on the best strategy to transition (ideally without a drastic pay cut). Thanks.
How can you find yourself, not working ;against the grain ?
Have the college education, but do I have the right stuff to complete in this competitive workforce. The appearance have drastically changed from cheerleader to old maid. Is their life out there. Lost in the woods, and looking to escape into the workforce and find myself; again working against grain.
Why Electrical Engineering?
Career Paths? Skills? Certifications?
Experience/Achievements for the aviation field?
I'm a 7th grader who hopes to pursue a career in aerospace and eventually become an astronaut. Currently I'm building my portfolio to get a scholarship that can boost my career. Looking at the backgrounds of people who eventually become astronauts, what experiences or achievements seem to matter much more than students realize, and which ones matter less?
If my strengths are communication and my hobbies are doing hair, what types of careers or industries might best fit me ?
What other strengths or experiences might I need for the suggested careers
if my strengths are respect and hobbies are videos what type of careers or industries might best fit me?
what other strengths or experiences might i need for the suggested careers?
if my strengths are staying focused and my hobbies are doing hair, what types of careers or industries might best fit me?
what other strengths or experiences might need for the suggested careers
If my strengths are being creative and hobbies are making things what type of careers or industries might best fit me?
What other strengths or experiences might I need for the suggested careers?
I'm starting off on a Business Development role. What should I expect and how should I tackle them?
I'm an entry level graduate who landed a job as a Assistant Manager - Business Development. I need to have a clear picture of how I should do my role before taking serious decisions.
How do I get refferals for Co-Ops and Internships I'm applying for?
What’s the best way for students to get referrals for co‑ops or internships? I’m trying to understand how the process usually works and what steps actually make a difference. I've already completed one Co-Op as a financial analyst at TJX, but did that without referrals or networking. Any advice from people who’ve been on either side of the referral process would be really helpful.
How do I make the most of my internship?
Hello! I am a current high school senior, and I am interested in going to law school and pursuing a career in law! Right now, I am currently interning for my local courts. The primary thing that I do is observe court cases, and interact with court officials and employees. My question is, how do I make the most of my internship, and how can I make it beneficial in advancing my career goals? Are there any specific questions I should be asking or any specific things I should be doing?
What to do now?
I am in grade 11 currently, and I wanted to know what I should do to build a better and more secure future for myself. Note that my major is engineering and my minor is computer science
What can a bachelor's in Computer Science do for a pursuing airline pilot? Career Village.
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I need help with data analyst training!?
I'm currently self training for Data Analyst, but I feel like I don't know what to continue, or should I learn all programs needed for Data Analyst and then just apply? What should I do to speed up my training ?