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How much was University for you, what do I expect?
I am a first generation student with no money and no financial savings. I would like to know for everyone how was school for all of you? How much did it cost? What would be the starter kit for university?
How can I begin playing soccer and enhance my abilities?
Hi, I am a 15-year-old who recently started ballet classes around February. I am interested in picking up another sport, specifically soccer. Although I have never played soccer on a team or taken any classes, there are no options available for kids my age in my area. I have even considered...
What advice or steps can I take when I experience some setback in my career?
What advice or steps can I take when I experience some setback in my career.
Which classes/ steps do I have to take in order to get a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering?
Tips for mechanical engineering
Should I attend Northeastern University or a cheaper state school?
For context, my parents are insistent that I go to Northeastern University, as they're obsessed with acceptance rates. It's 34,000 without federal loans, which is quite outrageous as we are broke. They're insistent that they are able to afford it yet even if were not, I'd rather not spend that...
How can I get a research opportunity or internship with a professor or company as a high school student?
Hi, I am an high school junior interested in conducting a research or interning in the engineering field this summer, but I’m not sure where to start or how to go about it. I contacted a lot of engineering firms around me and most of them either don’t do internships or don’t have any...
How do I improve my communication skills to become a confident and a successful engineer in the field of construction?
Hi I'm a final year civil engineering student at University of Technology Sydney. I'm a fee paying international student who's first language is not English. However I speak very good english since I had the exposure to it. How do I improve my communication skills to become a confident and a...
What should I learn and do if I want to be an Architect?
My father is an mechanic engineer. He encourages be to be an architect. But the main thing is that I like architecture a lot and I am practicing sketch, buildings and perspective. I want to know the things I should learn about architecture and which will help me in the future.
How do I become a good candidate for internships without prior experience?
I am a sophomore in a liberal arts college, and I want to know how I can get internships and become a strong candidate. I want to go into consulting, but it scares me because of how competitive it is. What kind of traits should I have?
What is the most commonly asked question during an interview ?
I want to go into architecture and I want to know what requirements I should have done in order to get the job
Which subjects do I have to start reading with more importance to become a good Engineer?
I will like to have Engineer as my career. So I want to start preparing my self. For that I need some advice in which subject do I need to study more.
How do I make a good impression in an interview?
How do I make a good impression in an interview when I have minimal work experience? I have a very limited resume but I am going to have to enter the job force soon. Alternatively, where can I go that will require minimal experience? on what to include.
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What are some hardships of being an Architect?
Every job has its downsides, tell me about some of them!
Can you provide me with insights on the most suitable internships and networking strategies that can give me a competitive edge in the field of engineering?
As a passionate senior in college, pursuing a major in Mechanical Engineering, I am eager to explore internship opportunities and establish valuable connections that can help me build a strong and impressive resume.
What's the most valuable lesson after you graduate college?
this could be in a more general sense, but I just want any answer, this could be more in a philosophical way.
What is the process for international students looking to work in the United States?
This is part of our professionals series, where we ask professionals what they think students should know
What are alternatives to taking out student loans for college?
This is part of our professionals series, where we ask professionals what they think students should know
Questions about Automotive Service Technicians & Mechanics?
1 What does a typical day look like for a mechanic? 2 As a mechanic, in what circumstances will I need to provide my own tools and when will the dealership provide me with the tools? 3 If I get hurt working as a mechanic, who would I need to contact and what is the procedure I would need to...
Is going to school and creating a business at the same time easy?
This is something that has been on my mind a lot
What are some lower-cost alternatives to a bachelor's degree in engineering?
This is part of our professionals series where we ask professionals what they think students should know
How can I begin preparing for a future career in engineering?
I am currently a sophomore in highschool and want to go into the engineering field. I am just wondering what I can do now to prepare myself for the future.
Can I join the army if i have a 504 plan for ADHD?
I'm a Junior in high school currently looking into a military career and I was wondering if I can join the army or any branch with a 504 would having a 72 on the AFQT(Armed Forces Qualification Test) help? I would like to clarify that according to DOD medical standards that I came across a 504...
What are the ways I can Make Money as a student since I have to pay 3/4 for my tuition and and accommodation?
I just finished 12th grade and Joined college, and I am looking for ways I can earn, even if it is through online freelancing.
I attend school most of the time and the only time I have is during the night.
What does a typical day look like for a Constructuion & Building Inspector?
What are some software skills I should be familiar with?
What are the most effective strategies for seeking a position in this field?
How is this app going to help me?
Can this program help me find careers that interest me or is it just to help me stay organized? I'm stuck on what I want to do with my life and I just don't know the purpoe of this site.
What is required for Civil Engineering?
How hard is it to get into civil engineering? What parts of it should I try? How many years in college will it take to get there?
What is the most difficult thing in architecture?
I've been thinking of being an architect, I consider myself a great drawer and am good with numbers. Ever since I was younger I had a pull towards creating or building something. I really find it exciting when you get pull those ideas and create a physical design of a model or building.
What everyday life skills can engineering teach me?
I would like to help my parents back. What can I learn from engineering that can help both myself and my family other than money?
What books have made the most significant impact on your career?
Personally, I have always enjoyed reading so I want some inspiration that could also have an impact on me. Please share, I am willing to explore!
What's a typical day look like for an auto body and repair technician.
I'm a 18-year-old guy whos trying to pursue a job in repairing cars and I'm trying to get a good concept on what a normal/typical day would look like.
Grad vs. Undergrad
What is the most important part to undergrad in order to be successful if going to grad school?
What jobs can I get with a Bachelors in Architect?
Hi! Lately, I have been interested in the field of Architecture. Mostly because I really like math and also the art aspect of it. Yet, If I only end up getting the bachelors, what job(s) can I get out of it?
How long will it take to learn everything about being an Auto Mechanic/Engineer?
I want to start my path by being a mechanical engineer but I want to know how long it will take to learn everything
What are the pros and cons of being an architect?
I've had my heart set on being an architect but I just want to know what I'm getting myself into.
How do you know that a career will fit your interests?
I am interested in computer programing and engineering but I am not sure how to find a career that uses both, or what steps I should take to pursue it. Should I study engineering or computer science? How do I know which skills will be used the most in a career?
What was the biggest change going from education to work?
I'm curious to know if when you made the transition between the two was the change big. I especially want to know if you felt like the education you received properly prepared you for the change and if so, what about your education do you think prepared you the most for work.
About Career
When I was starting to learn something new or already have, I am learning that, after sometime my Interest gone away but I have interest to learn something like new technologies but I don't have an interest after sometime. What I can do for this. Is there any solution for this.
What does an architectures day to day life look like?
What does an architectures day to day life look like? How demanding is the job?
How do you start planning your career?
How do you prepare yourself both financially and academically?
How would i write a resume and tips can i use to write on?
how would i write a resume and tips can i use to write on
What field is the most important to study if I want to become an Aerospace Engineer ?
I want to see if i want to do this as a job so i want to know what i need to study to do so.
Is being a construction manager a good career path.
I enjoy hands on work and enjoy designing and building stuff. I'm only in highschool and have been looking at some career options and a construction manager looked like something I might be into. I wanna know what I might need or be looking forward to if I was to go into this job.
Any Advice On This Type Of Work?
Since I am a person who wishes to help people that are affected by natural disasters, what are some good places/resources to check out to gain experience in that field?
For welders on education
What would you recommend for me to go to a trades school for more education about welding , or to jump straight into the work force?
What kind of college is good for both hands-on learning in classroom learning?
I would love to find a college that would offer both hands-on learning and out-of-the-book.
Where is a great place to apply to jobs in your last semester of college?
Where is a great place to apply to jobs in your last semester of college?