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Science classes for chemical engineering?
What classes should I take if I am interested in chemical engineering?
Should I major in chemistry for my bachelor's degree and then narrow the field of study for postgraduate education?
I am torn between going into a specific major relating to chemistry, like chemical engineering, or just going into a general chemistry major. On the one hand, I would have a little bit of a head start in graduate school, but on the other hand, I would have more flexibility if I realize I do not...
When working as a civil engineer, what's the best financial advice?
As in, is it hard to know where to put your money and/or other allocations?
Any tips for funding graduate school?
I am taking out loans for undergrad so want to avoid graduate school debt as much as possible.
When is the latest a person can switch their major in college in case they have a change of what they want?
I'm still undecided so I'm curious when the latest I can realistically change is.
How do you decide on which extracurriculars you want to do in college?
I'm an incoming college freshman who is very excited to try new things and join different clubs and organizations at my university. I want to explore new interests while maintaining the ones I already have, but I don't know how to decide which extracurriculars to commit myself to. There's at...
What is one thing I should do before (or during) my freshman year of college?
I am a current high school senior who has been accepted to and enrolled at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for meteorology. My first semester is Fall 2025, and I am trying to prepare myself for freshman year. I already have a potential roommate, but I am looking for tips for my first year....
When should I think about getting an internship?
When should I think about getting an internship?
For an aspiring chemical engineer, what should I aim to complete in my undergraduate years to build the best resume for hiring ?
I will be starting at Rice University as a chemical engineering major! #Spring25
Do i need a master's degree after completing a bachelor's degree in Chemical engineering.?
I'm a 3rd year Chemical engineering student. Asking if it's better to get a master's degree in Chemical engineering for both expertise and financially wise.
What is the difference between a job, a co-op, and an internship?
This question was asked during our Internships 101 webinar
What type of work do chemical engineers do at different companies?
After identifying my goals and narrowing down some choices chemical engineering seems like a career of a great fit. I will be attending Georgia Tech this fall and am now thinking of creating career goals. This made me think about what is the day like for chemical engineers that work at...
Describe a day in the life of a Chemical Engineer at work.
I am a high school senior and am looking into possibly chemical engineering. I was hoping to hear from several different CEs to determine the array of opportunities it might have as a career. #engineering #engineer #chemistry #chemical-engineering #chemical-engineer #chemical
What is the best industry in your opinion for a Chemical Engineer to work in?
I want to know what industry: polymers, paper, dyes, drugs, plastics, fertilizers, foods, petrochemicals..., would be the most fun and interesting one to work on. I'm not looking for which one looks the best in terms of job growth but instead which seems to be the most creative for the...
Why is it so hard to sit down and study for hours?
I myself can sit for maybe an hour or so and studying but that would only be for one subject. I find it hard to focus when I have a lot of work to do. # #career
What is the difference from attending a private college than a public college?
I am at a community college and I plan to transfer to a four year college. I need some information of schools I should consider when transferring. Are private colleges better in academics or sports? Why do they cost so much? Are they better than public colleges? #future #confused
can i get a good job
I am a cool kid and am a hard worker i like to finish my job fully before going on to the next thing #career
Im 20 years old, and i am lost as far as what i want to do for a career.
I am really into cars and racing, and anything that has to do with the outdoors, such as fishing, hunting, and many more. I love to build and work on things. growing up i was always told work shouldn't feel like work if you really love it. I would like to own a small online business in the...
can i work with animals
i love animals and wish to work with them but i know that im not always going to get to do that im a very hard worker and if i want something done i get it done im 14 and energetic i also want to be successful in life
#animals #job
what are the basic things i need to learn in heavy machinery operator
#heavy-equipment-operator
What is the process of choosing a major?
I'm not referring to the thought process or experimentation. I'm asking what you have to do in order to declare a major. Is there an administrator who you typically speak to and declare? Can you declare mid-year? If you go in undecided, how long before you have to declare or switch? Is it...
How are working conditions as a Manufacturing Production Technician
#Manufacturing Production Technicians #technology #engineering
what values dose your company look for in a person they are hiring?
#business #marketing student
College expenses are outrageous. Should I be concerned about the amount of student debt I will be in?
Debt sounds scary. Will I be able to even pay it off? #studentloans #debt #loans #finance #financial-aid #college #money
Have you ever attended college, if so which one?
Basically answer if you have at anytime attended any college and just mention the name of the facility of the school . #college #student #college-bound
Will you get any alone time if you dorm on campus?
I enjoy my alone time and I didn't know if that would be impossible when I am living with another person in such a small room. #college
If I decided to go to an out of state school is there anyway that the hope scholarship could transfer over to the others state form of hop
I lived in Georgia and let's say I get the hope scholarship, and I decided to go to Alabama. Is there anyway that the hope would transfer and switch over to the other states form of hope. #scholarships
Is college really necessary to succeed in life?
We are always told since we are kids to go to school, go to college, get a great job that will help us live a better life but we are basically going to work so many years to pay our student debt not to mention that we aren’t guaranteed to find a job with our degree #collegedebt
When should I start taking the SAT/ACT?
Do I need to take the SAT/ACT before 12th grade other than for scholarships/summer programs/etc? #college #sat/act
What obstacles may I foresee being a non-traditional student and what advice could be given?
I am entering as a non-traditional student and I want to know how should I prepare for college and what advice I should have. #college-advice #college #college-prep
What are the top colleges for a chemical engineering degree?
I've always wanted to go to Western, but they don't have my major. I've looked into other schools, and I was wondering if it was common knowledge what schools have the best chem. eng. degrees? #chemical-engineering #engineering #chemistry #science #college-major #college-advice
How do I look appealing to employers without a stellar college GPA?
#college #gpa #jobs #career #engineering #lowgpa #job-applications
Do you feel that college is necessary to have an successful career?
#career #careers #career-choice
Does a structural engineer wear business formal to office everyday
What is the dresscode for structural consultant ?
#business #structural engineering
How do you decide between multiple good options?
I'm really interested in a variety of subject areas both as hobbies and as careers. Many professional careers are plausible for both making money and enjoying what you do. How did/do you decide on what career path to take and avoid regretting not taking a different path?
#education #career-path
Is Chemical Engineering a good career choice?
I love chemistry and being creative and am wondering if chemical engineering is a good career choice. #career-advice #career
What are some ways to enhance one's resume to make it stand out amongst others?
#recruiting #resume-building #career-development
What tips do you have for balancing college coursework and social life and sleep at the same time?
I am going to be heavily involved in multiple programs at my college. I want to be able to experience College while excelling academically and not have to sacrifice sleep. #balance #social
What can I do in order to get a better chance of getting a job right after I finish college?
I have heard that there are some carreers that give you a job right after you graduate from college. I plan on becoming an electrical engineer, and I want to know if there is anything in my reach that I can do so that i could get a higher chance of getting a Job after college. #headstart #carreer
What are activities I can participate in before classes start so that I don't get homesick? List some activities that I can look for or groups I can join that will make this transition smoother?
Living on campus away from my family will be a first for me and my family. I am the first of my family to leave home and attend college away. I am anxious and nervous. I am a very independent person but since is the first time I have been away from my family I want to know what are some things...
What is life like after college?
What is it like leaving college having a job in the field you studied and living on your own? Is it hard to buy a house after you graduate? What’s the best way to save money and build credit in college while also paying normal expenses and for college? #help #scacred #confused #college #money
Is making a resume important to get ready for college?
In my Personal, Career, and Development Skills class, I was required to make a resume even though I am not applying for a job. I was wondering, is it important to have a resume to apply for college in the future? #resume #college #preparing-for-college #resume-writing #career-development
How can I set myself apart without seeming arrogant?
When applying for jobs I feel awkward pitching myself as "the best candidate". I want to seem like a team player and I dont want to give off the impression that I think I'm better than everyone else, but I do want to set myself apart from others so I can get hired.
#hiring
what degree do i need to obtain to become a robotics engineer?
I took a robotics class in elementary class and built a robot and enjoyed the experience #technology #robotics
What can I expect from Physics?
I will be taking Physics next year along with organic chemistry. I'm an average student. Should I be worried about this course load? #physics #science
Is a Master's degree necessary?
I am pursuing an engineering major and was wondering if I should pursue a Bachelor's degree or a Master's. Is it necessary for engineering students to continue their studies after undergrad? Also, is a BS degree a lot more practical than a BA degree?
#engineering