“I’ve lived my whole life doing what I love.”

“Since I was a kid, it’s been my dream to be a paleontologist.”

Your career will rarely go exactly as you hoped—and that’s okay. Expert Nadine Fonseca explains why.

New York State Teacher of the Year Billy Green draws on his own experience in order to inspire his high-school students.

Kids spoke live with NASA aerospace integration engineer Joan Melendez Misner. Watch the replay.

We put Sean Gregory in the hot seat. Watch him answer your questions about his career as a sports reporter for TIME magazine.

Anesthesia helps prevent pain in patients during surgery. It’s administered by a medical professional called an anesthetist.

“It’s a great feeling to know my work is helping people live healthier lives,” Ellie Krieger says. “I am making a difference in the world.”

School nurse Andrea Dalzell, also known as "The Seated Nurse," offers care and inspiration to students at Quad Preparatory School.

You most likely visit a pediatrician at least once a year. Pediatricians give checkups and treat kids when they are feeling sick.

Nadine Fonseca, a diversity and inclusion expert, shares her thoughts on how kids can help people feel welcome—and thrive—in all spaces.

Kids spoke live with ESPN sports statistician Gil Bransford. Watch the replay.

If you’re interested in a health career path, this list of things to read and watch will give you some ideas.

Adam Silvera writes novels for young adults. Many of his books have become best-sellers.

Maxwell Frost won the Democratic nomination in Florida's 10th Congressional District. He is the first solidly Gen Z member of Congress.

Sailor and ocean advocate Charlie Enright cares about the environment. He competes in The Ocean Race to raise awareness about the seas.

Kids spoke live with Anna Semon, of the American Museum of Natural History. Watch the replay.

TFK Kid Reporter Shaivi Moparthi met with Vanessa E. Wyche, director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, in Houston, Texas.

Public-health and academic experts are working together to monitor viruses. Their work could help the world prepare for future pandemics.

Welder Drew Mascotti is putting his skills to good use. He’s helping create huge monopiles that will allow wind turbines to harness clean energy.

Nikki Haley is an American diplomat and politician. She was the first female governor of South Carolina.

Sam Rapoport is the senior director of diversity, equity, and inclusion for the NFL. Her work has opened doors to the sport for women.

Lori Robinson is a retired United States Air Force general. She was the first woman to lead a top-tier U.S. combat command.

Climate activist Vanessa Nakate is a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund. She spoke with TFK Kid Reporter Celsey O'Hare.

Meteorologist Ashley Ruiz predicts the weather for her community. She spoke to TIME Kid of the Year finalist and TFK Kid Reporter Cash Daniels.

A TIME Kid of the Year finalist speaks with her local representative about a career in public service.

Speaking from orbit, the first Native American woman in space reflects on community, diversity, and the beauty of planet Earth.

Best-selling author Celeste Ng goes through her writing process and what tips and tricks have worked for her.

Stella Sigal is a medical librarian at the NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center, in New York. Follow her on a typical workday.