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Job Skills Application:interview ratio in the U.S.?
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Engineering Geophysics Vs engineering geology
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ECON: Confusing math regarding bonds?
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Question: Transitioning into another research field
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Engineering Question about Industrial Engineering
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What branch to take: electonics or computer science
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Engineering Future scopes after taking Engineering Physics as undergraduate course.
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Physics How many theoretical physicists are there
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Engineering Any advice about those fields in engineering would be appreciated
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Physics Job applying with physics degree
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Does how long you took to earn your degree matter? Masters Worth it?
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Comp.E's, CompSci's and EE's: what's your job like?
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Engineering Engineering major having physics difficulty
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Physics Are you happy being a Physicist?
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Worried about Eng Masters using Density Functional Theory and Career Flexibility
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Making my move, one tough decision at a time.
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Intern in Canada: Tips for Summer in Waterloo
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Physics What Career Paths Are Available for Physics Majors Outside Academia?
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Physics Interested in a career in Medical Physics
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Math Is a Dual Physics/Math Degree the Right Path for Aspiring Engineers?
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New EE Needs Advice: Grad School or Experience?
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What can I do with a very low GPA?
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Engineering Hands-on Engineering: Is it Possible in High School?
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Math Jobs for those with a masters/phd in Applied Mathematics
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Is Switching Careers to Electrical or Civil Engineering at 27 a Good Idea?
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What do I need to know for my upcoming Skype meeting?
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Is MFE a good way to go into Wall Street
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Physics Compare and contrast: career in medicine or physics
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Should I Decline a Job Offer as a Planning Manager Due to Distance?
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Engineering How important is Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics to Civil Engineers?
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Physics What sorts of theoretical physics careers are there?
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Should a 12 Year Old Have an Idea About His Future?
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Is a B.Sc in Physics a Better Choice for an Academic Career in India?
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Cover Letter Writing Advice & Tips
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Math Is it too late to switch from business to math as a career path?
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Engineering Nuclear engineer graduate, need advice
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Engineering Need help choosing a major- Engineering or Physics. Help
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Mechanical vs Electrical: Which Engineering Degree Should I Choose?
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Physics What Does a Medical Physicist Do in Cancer Treatment?
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Commercial Spaceflight After Philosophy; Help
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Engineering What do engineering and science majors do in audit companies?
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Physics What can I do with a BS in Physics
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Current and prospective job market for EE
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Research of next generation battery need which enginnering course?
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Engineering Looking for a Mechanical Engineer to Interview for High School
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Which technical field is in most demand in the US at the present time
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Physics Can I work and take courses? Businessman - I want to be a physicist
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Entry Mech Eng salary lower than expected?
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Engineering Anyone with PhD Physics gone back for MS Engineering?
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Should I pursue a Phd in Computer Science or go into industry?
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Interesting discussion on the crisis in higher education
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Earth and Enviormental Studies Major
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Physics Is a Career in Physics More Fulfilling than Neurosurgery?
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Engineering Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering?
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Old guy going 'back to the future'
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Engineering Civil or Structural Engineerings
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Physics Choice of Medical Physics MS Programs
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Engineering I need to choose an engineering track.
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Engineering Help Santiago Decide: Engineering or Physics?
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Chemistry What can you do with a major in chemistry?
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Am I Struggling with Mental Illness or Just Lazy?
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Physics Research topics in Medical Physics
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Thank you in advance for your input and insights!
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Engineering Low GPA, beef up resume-mechanical engineer
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Physics Options After Getting Undergrad Physics Degree
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Undergraduate Re-do in Physics: Possible?
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Math Career opportunities after a degree in math
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Is a Master's in Mathematics the Key to a Non-Academic Academic Career?
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Engineering Engineering Physics or Mechanical Engineering
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Math Career and networking tips for a physics/math major headed for finance?
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Work Two Full Time Jobs @ Same Time?
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Engineering Should I Switch from Civil to Mechanical Engineering?
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Discovering My Passion for Science: A First Year Uni Student's Journey
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Engineering Do Chemical Engineers get to travel the world?
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How to decide on a major with multiple interests and an A type personality?
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Engineering How do you get an engineering job with a physics degree?
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What Outdoor Science Careers Combine Field Work and Quantitative Skills?
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Physics Does it matter if a physics internship is paid or not?
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Is eight months out too early to apply for industry positions?
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Engineering In my particular case, is Aerospace Engineering good?
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Physics Concerning particle physics and job availability
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For all you grad students stuck on a bad project
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What Careers Blend Physics, Geography, and Nature Without Heavy Physical Labor?
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Does Having Multiple Degrees Benefit or Hurt Engineers in the Industry?
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What are the benefits of an MD PhD degree?
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Physics Physics, my Future, and my family.
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Math Career switch from biomed to maths/physics? Too old?
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Thinking of becoming an astronomer
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Is America Prospective For Trained Physicians
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Engineering Physics = Mechanical Engineering ?
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Engineering What to choose: physicist, engineer, or something else?
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Is Online Tutoring Worth It for Math Tutors?
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Choosing a major, ChemE or MatSci
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Should I stay or should I go (from academia)?
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Physics Guidance for someone with a B.A. in Physics
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Is it worth staying in college an extra semester to double major?
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Aerospace Jobs with Physics Major?
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Math Phd maths searches a job in finance
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Engineering Engineering or teaching? Questions for both professions
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