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Georgia Feb 01, 2017 2985 views

Are there any online resources that can aid me in deciding a career, or field or job?

I was wondering if there is any online help in deciding what to do in the future after studying, or to help decide what further studies I want to go into? #career #career-counseling #career-choice #career-path #job-search #career-paths #job-search-strategies #job-searching

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Georgia Feb 01, 2017 1853 views

Is taking a year out of university/college to gain a year of experience in industry really necessary?

Obviously gaining industry experience before graduating is great but how important would you rate it? Would it strongly differentiate between two potential candidates? How valued for a graduate job would it be? Even if the experience isn't completely relevant to the job. Are graduates looked...

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Georgia Feb 01, 2017 6754 views

How is it working as a female in a predominantly male environment?

Studying computer science, 95% of the students are male and it isn't rare to be talked down to by male students on the occasion. I was wondering how it is in the workplace if it is mainly a male environment? #computer-science #career #technology #job #graduate #female #workplace

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Albert Jan 30, 2017 2574 views

How do you follow up with a recruiter?

I'm a sophomore in college, and I attended a career fair a few days ago. I talked to a lot of recruiters and many of them gave me their business cards so I could keep in touch in them or ask them any questions. I'm not sure how I would follow up with them, or what I should say, and I would love...

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Sharon Jan 27, 2017 2094 views

What are the benefits of getting an after degree?

Lately, I have been thinking about an after degree in education (hypothetically). How would this benefit me? Does an after degree expand my career options? #career #education #career-counseling #school #interviews #degree #after-college

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Devetra Jan 24, 2017 2222 views

What do International Marketing job description?

I am currently entering my sophomore year of college, and right now my major is International business but I want to specialize in International marketing. Currently I do not know what I want to market but I'm in-between the hotel industry and doing something in technology. #technology...

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Charlene Jan 24, 2017 1783 views

Why should you apply for an EOF program?

I will be attending college in less than 7 months and I just wanted to know why it is a good choice to apply for the Eductaional Opportunity Fund as an incoming freshman (especially from an impoverished environment such as Newark)? #college #financial-aid

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Jerry Jun 20, 2016 3610 views

How to ask someone to be a professional reference?

I have a temporary position (a summer job) that I'll have to leave when I go back to college in the fall. I feel like I've done a good job and would like future employers to my achievements here into consideration. How should I go about asking my manager or boss to be my reference? What about...

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Kemi Jan 16, 2017 1891 views

What would examples of good references to put in a job application?

I have never been employed and was wondering what would be good examples of references in my case? #jobs #job-search #first-job

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Emily Jan 21, 2017 1473 views

What are some tips for finding a summer job?

What should college students do and not do if they're looking for something to support themselves over the summer? #college #graduates

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RonDasha Dec 16, 2016 996 views

How do you decide on a career you want to do but not really sure?

I am a senior in high school and im not really sure what career path to take

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RonDasha Jan 21, 2017 1292 views

What is the most important thing to maintain in college?

I am asking this question because I do not want to mess up in college #college #college-major #college-admissions #college-bound #college-recruiting

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Shakera Jan 21, 2017 1685 views

is social work worth it?

Im currently a junior in high school and i want a career in Mental Heath social work for kids specifically but any age is fine. I curious how i should go about it with colleges. Also if its worth it, i understand that the pay isnt he best but is the personal satisfaction enough? Im thinking od...

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Albert Jan 19, 2017 1494 views

Should I take a gap year?

I am a junior in high school, and I will be applying to colleges in the following school year. I am a little lost on what I want to pursue in college, and I've always wanted to take a break from school to figure out what my dreams and aspirations are, as well as explore other opportunities and...

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Sean Dec 26, 2016 3011 views

Would saving money and going to a community college for two years be acceptable?

I've been told that doing this is perfectly fine yet a lot of people are also telling me that the first two years of going to a University is where you make all the meaningful connections you will be needing for your career. #college #university #college-admissions #community-college