Career questions tagged undergraduate
Does having medical work experience help with admissions into medical school If so are there ones more preferable than others like doing phlebotomy or emt??
I want to do something that will be productive over the summer as a pre-med student but I am kind of lost since I wasn't able to secure research during the school year so I want to at least try working in the medical field as an intern, volunteer, or get certified.
What are some of the best colleges for an education major?
I have no clue where I want to go yet and was wondering where are some places that would be good to check out. #college #college-major #college-bound #undergraduate #college-minor
Does it look better to do an internship or to get a job on a resume?
I'm currently a senior in high school and will be attending college in the fall. I hope to become a doctor, and thus must be thinking ahead to medical school. I'm debating between getting a job and getting an internship this summer (and was also thinking about my time throughout college). I was wondering if it looks better on a resume to get a job, as this shows responsibility and will help me earn money to pay my tuition, or to get an internship, as this helps me gain experience and work with professionals. #college #doctor #jobs #internships #resume #medical-school #undergraduate #college-jobs
How can I make sure that the field I am majoring in in college is something I can stay committed to? How can I be sure I won't lose my passion??
I will be majoring in dance this fall. I love performing and especially love this incredibly expressive and disciplinary art. How can I be sure this is a decision I will not regret?
How do I become a competitive CS applicant in a short period of time??
I'm currently in my final year of A level and my final exams are this October, I have to start applying to Uni this may but I don't have many supercurriculars despite having so many extracurriculars.
Being evaluated for a job, Is your undergrad major as relevant as your post grad expertise to have a good enough base for the sports job?
How much is your basic knowledge worth to an employer in the sports industry, for example education, if you did a sports management master degree #college #college-major #job-search #undergraduate #masters #program-evaluation
What are potential jobs from a marketing undergraduate degree?
I was wondering about this major. #jobs #marketing #undergraduate
I want to become a lawyer, what program should I study in university?
Interested in pursuing law as a career, but there are so many options to study under in university. Should I just choose whatever program is most "GPA-friendly" or risk a slightly lower GPA for a program I'm genuinely interested in? #law #undergraduate #career-details #personal-development
What are some key tips for connecting with faculty within your major so that you can eventually do research with someone?
I am currently a freshman in psychology and neuroscience, but I'd like to start getting to know my professors now so that I have a solid network when it comes time to get some research experience. What are some key ways to connect with faculty, and how do you approach the process of finding someone to do research with? #psychology #research #undergraduate #neuroscience #professors
Once accepted into my undergraduate program, where do I start to find internships?
#athletictraining #exercisescience #internship #undergraduate
Which minor should i choose?
I am a 12th grade student nearly in the verge of joining a university. I am interested in computers as well as math. If i choose computer science as my major, what do you think will be a suitable minor that will help me get a better job in the future? #majors #students #undergraduate #parents
What is the best major to receive your bachelors in, if you want to go to law school after.
So I would love to be a lawyer one day. Since you have to do your undergrad first what do you suggest receiving your bachelors in. #law #female-lawyer #undergraduate #bachelorsdegree
What was your deciding factor when choosing which college to attend?
I have a few options that I'm considering at the moment, but I can't find anything that stands out about each college that might put one above the others. I was wondering if there was anything, other than such things as scholarships and financial aid that made you chose which college you attended. #undergraduate #highschool
What careers can I pursue with a major in anthropology?
I am an incoming freshman at Cornell University as an Anthropology major. #college #career #university #internships #undergraduate #anthropology #archaeology #cornell
How important is undergraduate school in regards to law school admission?
Does where you attend affect how admissions are seen? Is something more impactful?
Med School App Recommendations?
I am currently in an undergraduate degree program, and want to know if anyone has any ideas on what I can do to help boost my med school app when I apply to med school. #college #undergraduate #school #medical-school #pre-med #medicine #JULY20
What jobs should I choose to explore careers that interest me?
I'm a senior student in SF and I'm interested in dentistry, neurosurgeon, cardiac surgeon and business, but I haven't choose what I really want yet.
Best undergraduate computer science colleges?
I'm a CareerVillage staff member and I'm posting this because we know that many young people are looking for the answer to this question. This is among the most popular questions searched by youth, and we're hoping you will take a moment to share your response to it. Thank you! #college #it #computer-science #computers #undergraduate Things you can consider for this specific question... What colleges rank highly for their undergraduate computer science program? If you studied computer science, where did you attend? What did you think of the program there?
Other than classes and/or location. What are major differences between undergrad and graduate school?
I have just received my Bachelor in Science in Computer Science. I plan on attending graduate school this Fall to receive my Masters. I'm not your typical person who likes surprises. So I would like to have an idea of what I should expect attending graduate school in the Fall. #college #graduate-school #undergraduate
Good criminal justice college programs?
What undergrad programs are best for a career in criminal justice? Are there schools that have healthy relationships in the field? #criminaljustice #undergraduate #career-counseling
Late graduate student chance of work?
Am an undergraduate student who is a bit worried that I am looking to graduate at my late 20's. Is that going to negatively affect my chances of employment? #undergraduate #professional
What is considered as an undergraduate program?
I am currently a high school sophomore, and I am enrolled next year for dual credit for Spanish lll. Does this count as an undergraduate program? #undergraduate #college
How to incorporate undergraduate research into college life?
I’m a rising senior researching ways to get involved around campus. One thing that I notice is that it is frequent for undergrads to assist in research with their professors, or to conduct their own. I was wondering how do students manage to balance their academic and social life while doing research. I am also confused on how one can have the opportunity to conduct research as a freshman in the first place. For context, I plan on majoring in one of the sciences and applying to PA school. #researcher #researcher #college #undergraduate #research #JULY20
Should I major in theoretical mathematics or applied mathematics in undergraduate?
I've taken both theoretical and applied math courses, but I was wondering what the different prospects in terms of career paths there are from one versus the other? #career #career-path #mathematics #undergraduate #applied-mathematics #theoretical
How important is it to build relationships with your professors?
I will be attending college in September of this year as a freshman undergraduate student. I have heard from many that some college professors may not be as hands- on as others but it is always good to connect with them in terms of networking. I wonder how beneficial this type of networking is? #college-advice #professors #undergraduate
I just need some advice and opinions! :)
I plan on going to a safety school because it offers the courses I need, and it's financially more practical. Although it's not highly renowned I feel like that won't matter as much when I apply to grad school (medicine). I've been told that the college you go to doesn't affect your chances of the med schools you could get into- so in theory, is my plan feasible?
What role does undergraduate school play in applying for graduate school?
What do graduate schools look for in an applicant? Are undergraduate programs significant in the application process? #college #graduate-school #undergraduate
Is Mathematics a good undergraduate major for a Pediatric Cardiologist?
I'm about to start my freshman year in college as an aspiring math major and future pediatric cardiologist. I've always loved math, and you can use it in any career but I've been told that I should choose a science related major instead. I just want to know if a Math major will be a good idea for me? #college #medicine #college-major #healthcare #mathematics #pediatrician #undergraduate #pediatric-cardiologist
Will attending an ivy league school guarantee better job opportunities?
Does going to an Ivy League make you more likely to receive more job opportunities? #college #career #graduate-school #college-admissions #job-search #college-bound #undergraduate #ivy-league