Career questions tagged spring2026
What separates someone who is ‘good’ in this field from someone who is truly exceptional?
I'm currently a High School senior, who graduates in less than a month and I’m particularly interested in international and global affairs as well as environmental studies. At this point, I don’t have formal experience in either field, but I’ve developed a strong interest through schoolwork and my growing curiosity about global issues like climate change, sustainability, and how countries work together to solve environmental challenges. As I start thinking more seriously about my future, I’m trying to understand what these fields actually look like in practice and what it takes to succeed in them long-term.
How can I graduate early without burning out?
I am a senior in high school, and I am going into my Freshman year of college in the fall to major in Biology. I want to take five classes per semester, but I am worried that my grades might suffer. Do you have any tips for how to manage a heavy workload?
What career path has the longest job satisfaction as a person who loves to help others ?
I am a senior in Granbury and will be attending Weatherford College. I really think i want to be in a kinesiology health and wellness field. The world is my oyster! I have thought of PE teacher, Sonography, Sports Trainer, radiology, health science management.
How do I not get stuck again?
I’m planning on going back to school for a second bachelors. How can I further my education affordably and still grow my career? The internship I took directly after graduation didn’t amount to anything and my degree hasn’t helped me get a job.
What skills and extracurriculars should I focus on if I want to make myself a desirable applicant for law school?
I am completing my Associates in Political Science and transferring to UCLA in the fall. I am curious about what extracurriculars I should join and skills I should build, while I am also juggling working to pay for my undergrad degree.
Why should I pursue a career as a Physician Assistant/Associate instead of Doctor?
I am currently a sophomore and studying Exercise Physiology. I will have all the pre recs needed for both the professions, but I am so stuck on picking. I know they both have their positives and negatives, but I want to hear from current PA or MD/DO students or medical professionals in the feild currently. I want to have a set plan for junior year so I can start gearing my focus towards one. If you had this same question in your undergraduate years I would gladly hear your point of view!
Are there advancement opportunities available for teachers who love their job and students but also want something more financially sustainable long term? #Spring26
My goal has always been to become a teacher and work with students but much of the advice I have received says that it is not wise for a long term career. This is something that I am willing to do anyway because it is a passion of mine but I do wonder if there are or will be any advancement opportunities for current and future teachers. Thank-you. #Spring26
Are there Specific Databases/Sites for Only Environment-related Internships?
Hello! Per the question above, I'm looking for good databases that specifically lists environment-related internships, such as forestry, wildfire ecology, aquatic science, marine biology, etc. While the NSF REU funds their own, I would love to know anything outside of it, including remote internships. This does not include LinkedIn or Handshake.
What options do I have for a career in psychology if I don't want to be a therapist??
I am a high school senior about to enter my freshman year of college at Eastern Connecticut State University. I love the field of psychology, especially the study of human behavior and thought processes. I would like to pursue a career focused more on the research aspect of psychology, but I'm not sure what the options are in that concentration.
Is the ACE Mentorship Program good for Architecture? Are there any programs similar in Florida that are less of a time commitment?
Hello! My name is Sanvhi and I am a rising junior in high school the is interested in pursuing architecture in college. I have done online courses on platforms such as edX, but was hoping to have more real-life practice and experience in making plans, constructing models, etc. My only issue in participating in the ACE program in Central Florida is the time commitment, as I have practice afterschool most days. Has any student or mentor know what the schedule normally looks like, and if it possible to hold meetings on weekends? Also how good it is for architecture? Thank you!
Is it better to take a gap year after undergraduate school or continuing with graduate programs. How do you know the medical path way you're taking is the best one as an undergraduate?
Junior in College and Biology Major, Wanting to go into Medicine but not sure if medicine school is the best option or dental school is the best option
As a health science major, how can I find a career path that is best for me and is the right fit?
I am currently a freshman at the University of New Hampshire and I am majoring in health science. I chose this major because it is very versatile and it will allow me to go to different paths in healthcare. However, I am stuck on what I should focus on and what career path would best align with my views. #Spring2026
What is the hardest part about Physician Assistant School?
I am pursuing a master's degree in physician assistant studies and am nervous about the academic rigor and dedication.
Would it be useful to have a degree or minor in Psychology to become a Psychiatric Nurse?
I want to pursue the career of a Psychiatric Nurse, but I am getting my degree in Psychology first and then Nursing. I am thinking to change my major from Psychology to Nursing with a minor in Psych, but I would like to know if my original plan actually be more helpful to my career plan. #Spring2026
What habits are most important for career success ?
What habits, skills, or experiences are most important for building a successful career, and how can I start developing them now and balance motivation and life?
What is a piece of advice you wish someone would’ve given you, when you first started your current career?
I am going to school to become a nail technician. This will be a career change for me, coming out of HR. #spring2026
What is the best way to balance nursing school with work and being active on campus??
I am a full-time nursing student with a full-time job and am also becoming more active on campus. I want to understand the best balance or tricks to help me in the future.
What are the downsides to joining the military to pay for college?
I'm a current senior and looking at options to pay for college. I know the military has a lot of benefits and can pay for college, but what are the downsides?
How does one manage nursing school, al their other classes, and their social life?
I am currently a high school senior. I am commited to a college already, majoring in nursing. I see many people on social media talking about how hard nursing is, which frightens me and makes me doubt my capability. I am a strong minded person so I try not to let them get to me but is it managable, and how?
What are some unique ways you have brought down your college costs? #Spring26
I have applied for numerous scholarships but am still looking at needing about $20,000 in loans per year to cover my costs. I don't want to be in crippling debt when I graduate and would love ideas I may not have thought of.
What, if any, additional certifications do you need in New Jersey in order to be able to teach in a special education Job Skills program for students who have graduated but are continuing to attend school until age 21?
I am currently a high school senior planning to attend college in Fall, 2026. I plan to study Special Education. However, I do not want to be an In Class Support teacher. Instead, I want to help post-grad high school students learn life skills and job skills so that they have options once they reach the age of 21 and need to leave the public school system. So, I want to know if I need any additional training in order to be qualified for such a position.
How will Ai affect the future of engineering? Will it take over or just enhance it?
Is engineering a good field to go into right now and if so will it still be good in 2029?
What are some advice I should consider for Human Resources?
First, how much are finances and accounting part of human resources? Then, what are the most important things to know before going into this career field? Finally, what advice should I keep in mind? Also, what are some reliable scholarships that I could sign up for?
How do I network to build long-lasting connections with business professionals?
I am a freshman at the University of Cincinnati studying Finance, Operations Management, and a certificate in Non-Profit and Organizational leadership. I have been networking with people, reaching out to my career advisor, and business professionals on LinkedIn. I was wondering what is the best way to network myself, and to gain long-lasting connections. Sometimes networking feels weird and awkward, and I want to build connections that go both ways, rather than just me asking for something. Do you guys have any advice on how to build these long-lasting connections? Thank you!
What are some healthy habits and studying methods for a double major pre-med student?
I am starting at Campbell University this fall, and I am very focused on balancing mental and physical health while maintaining strong academics. What academic and behavioral habits are most beneficial for pre-med students, and what study methods work best for someone considering a double major?
As a nurse or any healthcare professional, is it bittersweet when patients you've built good relationships with get better and leave, knowing you probably won't ever see them again? If so, how do you deal with it?
On a hospital tour with my high school's health science department, one of the nurses leading the tour said it was bittersweet to watch patients go. Is this something I should be concerned about experiencing as an aspiring nurse?
What is one of the most challenging things being a Criminal Investigator?
I am majoring in Criminal Justice, and I want to become a Criminal Investigator, and I want too know things that are challenging, and hard.
What changes have you noticed within yourself after graduating college, or during college; are you satisfied with how you or your life has turned out now that you are older and (possibly) wiser ?
I'm a bit worried and excited about how i'll fare on a personal level in college. My parents haven't gone, so I'm going in blind. (Or, metaphorically, with cataracts.) I'm honestly just curious to see other people's experience in a post-college perspective.
What conditionals or certifications best help an engineering major, like a Fusion360 certification. And what are the main difference between engineering and engineering technology,?
I am trying to choose between these two for my major for LeTourneau Universiy. Thank you. (#Spring26)