Career questions tagged stemcareers
What are some skills (related to biochem, biotech, bioinf, genetics etc) I could learn to secure master in a good university/?
I am a biochem major planning to apply for masters in a good university abroad. I want to use this summer wisely to work on skills that would make my profile stronger. Could you suggest some trending skills related to my subject, and which platforms can I use to learn these? I am also thinking to gain some work experience in related field, However I dont know which areas can I apply to. I am already enrolled in Coursera, edX, Udemy.
How can I structure my next steps in a way that builds a strong, scholarship-worthy profile?
I’m a Biochemistry graduate with a strong interest in applying for Master's programs abroad. I have basic hands-on experience with fundamental biochemical techniques such as PCR, DNA extraction, and gel electrophoresis. However, I’m looking to strengthen my academic and professional profile to increase my chances of securing scholarships. I’ve completed several online courses through platforms like Coursera, but since I opted for the free versions, I don’t have certificates to show for them. I would appreciate guidance on: What specific skills (lab-based or computational) I should focus on improving? Are there any online internships or volunteer projects I can apply to that are relevant to biochemistry or bioinformatics? Where can I find internships in Islamabad, especially ones considered relevant to my field? How can I structure my next steps in a way that builds a strong, scholarship-worthy profile? I’ve previously completed an internship in the biology department of a university in Islamabad, and I’m eager to take on further experiences that can help me grow in the research and academic space. I’d be truly grateful for any advice, resources, or structured pathway you can suggest.
How do I go about deciding my major?
I'm currently a high school senior who is taking dual enrollment. I have already completed 62 credit hours towards my business management major, but have been considering switching out to nursing/engineering mainly for pay and job security. How should I go about this decision? Is it worth it sticking with business? Is it worth it doing nursing/engineering for the pay and job security? Growing up, I've always had an interest in business and entrepreneurship, but the amount of people I've heard having a hard time finding a job concerns me since the degree is so broad. So I've been considering nursing (because of the fact that I'll get to talk to people and won't be at a desk all day, and i'll be able to help people in some type of way) or engineering (I'm good at math and I've heard that engineering degrees can look appealing and can be a way to let employers know about your technical skills or critical thinking abilities due to what you studied)
If I want to be an aerospace engineer or a physicist is it worth it to get two bachelor's degrees (one in physics and one in engineering) Or would it be better to get one bachelor's degree and one graduate degree??
I am a sophomore in college at a liberal arts school that has the option of a 3+2 dual degree engineering program.
What kinds of careers are common or promising for someone with a degree in biological engineering?
I just finished my senior year of high school and will be starting college this fall as a biological engineering major. I’m passionate about biotechnology and all its subfields, especially healthcare applications. I want to explore career paths where I can make a meaningful impact and contribute to advances in this field.
As a 9th grader who enjoys stem, what field will have the most career opportunities when I enter the work force?
I do well in all of my classes and I feel a little lost
What is a day in the life of a mechanical engineer like?
Describe a typical work day. What should I expect? What can outside of the typical classes to help better prepare myself for the workforce?
In Electrical Engineering what does the work after schooling mostly involve. Is it more physical labor or more programming and understanding. Does it depend on the job/subfield Which companies should I be looking out for an internship under the field?
I know that engineering is a constantly changing field and I want to know if the field is more labor oriented or more programming? Thanks.
What Is the best class or extracurricular for me to get a job in aerospace engineering field.?
I will be attending The Ohio State University.
How do I differentiate myself as a new grad software engineer in the job search process among all others equally or more qualified engineers #Spring25?
I am a junior in college studying Computer Science. I have 2 more semesters left to graduate. I keep applying to jobs but seldom hear back. I have prior research, internship, and leadership experiences but I feel like it is the same with everyone in the field right now. I would appreciate tips to differentiate myself among others in the field.
How should a person decide what subfield to specialize in if there are so many appealing choices?
I am a rising college freshman majoring in physics, with career aspirations of becoming an astrophysicist. But the term "astrophysicist" is so broad, and there are too many specializations to count (heliophysics, exoplanetology, planetary science, cosmology, galactic evolution, and astrobiology, to name a few). Because I consider myself an indecisive person, I can see myself having trouble narrowing down a topic that I want to dedicate years of my life to. So, when it comes time to choose a specialty for master's and PhD theses, what's the best approach to go about it?
What are the key skills and experiences that employers look for in internship candidates?
I am interested in mechanical engineering.
How should we prepare ourselves for the next five years while studying in the STEM to work with AI? #Spring25
However, we all need some inspiration to move forward. Hope will get some great responses so that we all can prepare for our future. #Spring25 #CareerVillage
What is the best path from college to landing a position as an AI Cybersecurity specialist What steps, internships, and entry-level roles should I consider to build the necessary skills and experience?What steps, internships, and entry-level roles should I consider to build the necessary skills and experience? #Spring2025?
What steps, internships, and entry-level roles should I consider to build the necessary skills and experience? I am going for a Bachelor's in Computer Science with a concentration in Cybersecurity and AI.
What STEM classes do you recommend taking before taking the MCAT ? (please also recommend classes outside of med school reqs) #Spring2025
I'm starting college this year but I also want to take classes outside of medical school requirements as well as what year I should take them. Thanks!
What are some of the challenges and rewards of working in a STEM field ?
I'm curious in getting into a career in STEM.
Hi, my name is Benedict. For my class project on STEM fields, I was wondering how I could find people to interview in the STEM field about them and their work.
I am an undergrad student. I'm looking for any profession but I would like not well-known professions as I can also personally learn more from.
can you pursue mining engineering with A level maths,chemistry and computer science?
so i want to persue mining engineering but physics is a bit of a challenge for me so i settled for computer science instead
Help me find STEM Related virtual internship programs that I could apply to at the age of 15 ?
I'm looking to do internships online , through linkedin remote, please recommend me some internship programs that I could apply online that help benefit me in the STEM field ?
How do you make connections with others to ensure you have an opportunity in securing internships or careers?
As a current highschool student, I would like to know more about networking with people and keeping long-term relationships with them to foster job-opportunities or internships in future.
How do I pursue internships while attending college?
I am planning on being a STEM major in college and want to ensure that I get real-life experience in my field while still attending college. How do I achieve this?
what are your STEM career experiences?
Hi! Im really into math, physics, and computer science and its something I want to do when I'm older however I've never met someone in these fields besides teachers, so career wise I'm confused. Could some of you tell me about your careers and what you do? I want to see what would suit me.
What should I expect working in STEM?
I just started Job Corps and need to know this answer for my career planning class.
Looking for those who work in a field related to prosthetics/orthotics, biomedical engineering, or neuroscience to answer some interview questions for a school project?
Hi! I am a junior in high school who is looking for those in STEM related careers to answer some interview questions. I am preparing for college and trying to discover what job I would like to pursue after college. Thank you! Interview Questions: 1. What is your job title? What is the name of your workplace? 2. How did you choose this career? 3. What are your daily responsibilities? 4. What kind of skills do you need to perform your job? What was your major in college? Did your major help you gain these skills? 5. How much education or training is required/recommended for this occupation? What kind of degree would you recommend for someone going into this profession? 6. How many hours do you work per week? Are you expected to do overtime? 7. What kind of personality is best suited for this career? 8. What are the advantages and disadvantages of your job? 9. Do you feel your salary compensates you appropriately for the amount of work you do? 10. What can you tell me about advancement opportunities? Do you need to update your skills/ education to ensure advancement? 11. What do you see as the future outlook for this job? Are there going to be jobs available in this field for 5 years? 12. What kind of work/volunteer experience would help me discover if I am interested in pursuing this profession?
How can I manage my time better so I can reach my goal of having a 4.0 this year while having extracurriculars and SAT preparations?
For context, I am taking 3 APs and an astronomy community college class. I am struggling the most with astronomy, physics, and math. I am also the Junior Officer for an aerospace organization at my school called Aerotech and I am a writer and editor for a club called ARRAS (Arts and Magazine Club). In addition to this, I am currently working on a research project and thinking of making a research club for my school and dabbling in music production (hopefully I can start producing music once I can effectively manage my time). In short, I have too much on my plate.
I am interested in wildlife conservation. How do I go about finding someone to do an informational interview with?
I am a high school student in dual-enrollment looking to learn more about different careers in conservation, possible colleges, and what courses would be required, as well as different experiences on the field and in the lab.
What does a typical day look like as a physicist ?
I am interested in what exactly physicists do on a day-to-day basis and what it really looks like doing what they do and how they do exactly what they do it because their career fascinates me.
What could I do to find more job opportunities as an undergrad student?
This is coming from an undergrad physics major, psychology minor female student. I am currently a sophomore who is looking for job opportunities, yet failing to find any that seem useful to my future career goals. I would like to find more STEM related jobs, however, I mainly see retail jobs available now-a-days.
Data Science/Scientist Questions
I recently learned about the field of Data Science. I'm seriously considering a career in Data Science because it combines my interests in math, computer science, research, and writing. I'm really interested in learning more about it as a career. My questions are: 1.) What do data scientists do? 2.) According to an article I found on Indeed, some things that data scientists may do include "working in social media companies and using the user data to understand habits and suggest content that the users will enjoy. They may also work in politics and make predictions about the election results. " What else may they work on besides this? I like the idea of studying retail data, or data on where college graduates relocate to. 3.) Does it involve a lot of math, or is it mostly computer-based? 4.) What are the pros and cons of this career? 5.) Is it in demand? When I was researching data science on LinkedIn, I found a disheartening number of posts by laid-off data scientists. 6.)How much education to you need to become a data scientist? 7.) Are data scientist jobs mostly in person or remote. If they're in person, where are they mostly located (e.g. East/West Coast, big cities, specific cities, etc.) 8.) Is it a popular career choice? Is it a popular career choice among women? 9.) What classes/self-study courses should I take to see if I would enjoy being a data scientist? 10.) Can you get an MBA with a focus in data science? If you can think of anything else that would be useful for me to know, I would really appreciate it. Thank you in advance!! :)