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Simon Robson

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Architecture and Engineering Occupations - Sales and Related Occupations
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Emilia Jan 19, 2018 789 views

How hard is engineering for a girl?

Next year I would be studying mechanical engineering in a four year university, I've heard various times that the work field in engineering is extremely tough, and for girls it's even harder because of the lack of girls in STEM. I know that going into that career you need to have a strong...

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Ashley Jan 24, 2018 725 views

Which engineering career is best for someone with a bachelors in civil engineering that would make the most impact on improving environmental conditions?

I am asking because I have been passionate about solving the environmental problems around the world since I was in elementary school, and I am currently majoring in civil engineering because environmental engineering is under the civil engineering branch. Although I can just major in...

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Kyle Jan 18, 2018 699 views

Necessary attributes for an engineer?

Considering everyone you have met in your field, what attributes do you think are essential for success as an engineer?

#engineering #engineer #biomedical-engineering

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Braeden Jan 22, 2018 702 views

How do you find the right internship at a career fair?

Trying to plan ahead to finding an engineering internship in college and wondering how you sort through all the options. All tips appreciated.

#engineering
#chemical-engineering
#career-planning

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Olivia Jan 19, 2018 730 views

What are important pre-requisite classes for possible engineering students?

I am thinking of studying engineering in college and want to know which classes I need to take in high school to help me get there. #college #engineering #high-school-classes

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Hanna Feb 02, 2018 701 views

How easy/hard is it to find a job in architecture?

I am currently in between a few possible career options. How easy/hard is it to get a good paying job as an architect right out of college? How easy/hard is it to get a good paying job in the marketing field? How easy/hard is it to get a good paying job in the engineering field? #architecture...

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Wanda Jan 18, 2018 809 views

#college-transfer, How can I make it more enjoyable and smoothly for myself to transfer to another school?

#college-transfer It is so a dainty task to transfer from one school to another with all the paperwork involved. Schools should make it easier for students to do so. They always make the transfer students feel like freshmen right out of high school instead of professional students with experience!

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C Feb 01, 2018 1083 views

How/ Who should I ask for references

I've been working at a retail store for 8 months, and I have several different store managers already. Which store managers should I ask for references? (store managers are constantly reassigned to different branches so I only work with each for roughly 2 months) #career-counseling...

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Amelia Jan 16, 2018 922 views

How can I get my future students to feel confident in front of the classroom?

As an Education Major, I've notice throughout my many field experiences I've notice many students are shy in the classroom because they've either developed a fear of embarrassment, failure or being bullied by peers. It's also know that this time in their life is common to feel these emotions...

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Juliana Jan 17, 2018 886 views

What is the Best Road to Success in the Educational Field?

The Educational Field has attracted me significantly ever since I was young. I love the idea of giving children knowledge in a fun and dynamic classroom environment. I even would dream (and still dream) about starting my own school! I know everyone has to start small in order to achieve big...

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Adriana Jan 23, 2018 1049 views

Going into the graphic design field, is it better to be an expert in one design area or be a beginner in all design areas?

Going into the graphic design industry, I want to better understand if I want to be hired if I should focus on one aspect of design to improve my skills or try all areas of design but not further improving past beginner stage. For companies hiring, who would they hire in this situation: the...

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alex Jan 22, 2018 1197 views

is art school completely necessary to have a viable career?

i am a 17 year old who has been making art for the majority of my life and i consider myself as an artist. i wonder, is art school really necessary to be able to have a career. id like to be able to eat with worrying about my next meal. will art school help with this? even if its not a...

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Maria Oct 25, 2016 1218 views

What is an example of the work load a Civil Engineer would on a daily basis? How about a Chemical Engineer? Whats the difference?

I'm asking this question because Civil and Chemical Engineering both caught my eye when choosing what to major in. I know both of these occupations involve a lot of math and scientific knowledge. But is it really something that would interest me on a day to day basis? What would a Civil or...

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Allison Oct 30, 2016 769 views

How has working as an engineer helped you in your everyday life?

I want to pursue a career that helps me to learn daily, but also helps me to grow as a person. #engineering

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Kyler May 18, 2016 1042 views

Is mechanical engineering worth the broad spectrum of fields you would be qualified to work in?

Or should you specialize and focus on one certain field. #engineering #engineer #mechanical-engineering #mechanical-engineer