Career questions tagged professionaldevelopment
What is a "volunteer internship" And is it any less legit/effective than a position that is just called an "internship"??
Found a grants and fundraising position that's called a "volunteer internship". This confused me, since I have usually seen "volunteer" roles and "internship" roles as separate categories. So what's the difference between a "volunteer internship" and a normal "internship"? Would a "volunteer internship" mean less mentorship, not enough learning experience, etc.? Or, is the only difference between this "volunteer internship" and other normal "internships" that it's a nonprofit organization, and potentially unpaid (it was stated that "a small stipend may be available depending on future funding")? It still seems that I would get helpful experience through this role, since I have no grant writing experience. I also got a pretty quick response to my application (literally same day as I applied), and I only had to submit my resume. Both of these details made me wonder if this would lean more into the "volunteer" side than the "internship" side.
What skills do employers value most when hiring for jobs or internships?
I’m a student exploring different career options and want to be better prepared for future jobs or internships. I’d like to know which skills employers look for most so I can start developing them now through school, activities, or part-time work.
How can I stand out in engineering internship applications?
I’m Laura a student graduating from high school wanting to get a head start in programs and skills I should develop to be more successful
What is the best business career path for me?
I am planning on majoring in business related field. Do well in school and my favorite class is math. One hobby I have is playing baseball.
What extracurricular activities can I do and write in résumé?
I am a student in a reputable university in Bangladesh. My degree is Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. I will graduate very soon and do my first internship. Help me by giving answer.
What classes or courses did you take to become an cybersecurity engineer?
How long did it take? How old were you? Did you pay anything for the online courses?
How should I go about getting an internship during college? #fall25
I am going to be a freshman in college coming up and I am concerned about getting internship opportunities. I am going to school to be a chemical engineer, and I am unsure on how to go about internships. Is it better to reach out to companies myself or should I wait until companies get in contact with me?
What are some of the best ways to get a mechanical engineering internship or co-op? #Fall25
Many people that I have talked to have stated that internships and co-ops have helped them to get work experience and get the positions they are in now, how do you go about getting those?
How do I obtain work experience that is relevant and useful for a mechanical engineering job?
I'm planning to get a degree in mechanical engineering but don't know how to get experience so I can find jobs after college
How might someone get into the automotive flied by studying engineering?
Hi, I am studying engineering, and I am interested in the automotive industry. I study mechanical engineering and am trying to find a way in.
When looking for internships, how can I stand out from other applicants with skills that may be the bare minimum?
I am studying Computer Application Development at a trade school. I often view postings for open positions that are way out of my skillset. I am worried I have not accomplished enough despite working constantly. I would like my next job to be in industry, but am struggling to find open positions as well.
What is the best advice for a computer science major who is unsure about which field to pursue (cybersecurity, software engineer, etc)? #fall25
I am a sophomore in college at Saint Joseph's University, and I declared my major last spring. I am unsure what I want to do with my degree at the moment.
What can I do during college and internships to make sure I learn as much as possible and enter my first full-time engineering job as well-prepared and skilled as I can be?
I want to work in chip design, which I know can be complex and competitive. I want to be as prepared as possible.
What would be the best to get an internship?
What would be the best way to get an internship
What skills or experiences are essential for a successful engineering career?
I am majoring in civil engineering and interested in project management.
How do you know what career path you want to take after college more specifically than just your major? I am sure that I want to go into some career related to mechanical engineering but there are a lot of paths to take.
career advice
Is a master's degree important for a career in civil engineering?
Should I gain work experience before I return for a master's degree?
What is the process of getting into my career while being in college?
I am planning to major in Civil Engineering and I don't know how to start my resume for my career life. What should I do to move forward towards my career? By which semester or year should we already be in the job field? #Fall25
What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions?
What are the best interview answers to commonly asked questions? #fall25
How can I figure out which professional path will truly align with my strengths and passions, and what steps should I take now to prepare myself for a career I’ll be excited about in the future #Fall25?
For Fall 2025 scholarship
What is the best way to network with professionals in the humanities field to get an internship or a possible interview?
What is the best way to network with professionals in the humanities field to get an internship or a possible interview? I feel like I only ever hear about these opportunities in STEM.
As an engineer, what do you typically look for in a position or a company when job searching??
I am a 2/4 mechanical engineering major at Stevens Institute of Technology, and now im looking for internships or jobs to gain more experience.
How can I get into patent law? And how can I create professional and educational opportunities to help me?
How did you enter patent law? When did this career path appear on your radar, and what steps can I take to reach it? Did a particular professional or educational experience make you want to go into patent law? #Fall25
What are some classes I should watch out for in business administration?
I asked that question since I heard that there are some classes in that major that are somewhat hard if you're not focused in it.
What are chemistry internships looking for if you don't have any experience in a lab to offer?
I'm applying for internships for the first time, but this will be the first of my actual lab experience (outside of required course material). How do I work with the experience I do have, and what experience would be most valuable?
What small decisions made early on had a big impact on your career in fraud examination?
I am currently a college senior at Davenport University, earning a degree in fraud investigation and preparing for a career as a fraud examiner. I know the big moments matter, but I am curious about the small ones - the early decisions, habits, or mindsets that shaped your path.
What are the things I should really focus on when doing school counseling internships??
I want to get the most out of the internship/observation hours when the time comes, and want to know what the most important parts to focus on are.
What education is needed to become a social worker in NY #fall25?
Don’t know if the money is good enough for the amount of education needed, do I need a doctorate?
Where am I able to find great internships as a Sociology major?
I am currently a student at Central Piedmont Community College transferring to a four-year institution in the Summer ‘26. I’m majoring in Sociology and planning to use my degree in the field of Social Work. Unsure of which direction to look in, as I’m struggling to find internships and other programs that better assist me.
What are the best professional habits to learn at a young age that'll stick with me throughout my career?
I'm just curious about what habits I should learn early on before it's too late to pick them up.