Welcome to another exciting episode of the Career Kid Podcast! In this episode, Grace dives into the world of building and design with a special guest, Mr. Yoder, the Director of Preconstruction. If you’ve ever wondered what happens before a shovel hits the ground on a new building, or how a giant LEGO set compares to real-life architecture, this is the episode for you.

Mr. Yoder shares his journey from studying architecture to leading a team in preconstruction where he helps transform big ideas into plans...including for the new LEGOLAND California parking structure.

With stories about team collaboration, unexpected challenges and the science of budgeting massive projects, you’ll get an inside look at one of the most fascinating and often overlooked roles in construction.

Whether you’re a future builder, a LEGO lover, or just curious about how the spaces around us are created, this episode is packed with inspiration and real life advice. So get ready to learn what it takes to build the future, before construction even begins!

Learn About:

• What types of interests and backgrounds could lead to a career in preconstruction
• Working with teams to keep everyone on the same page
• Flexibility in planning and having a "plan B"

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In this episode, Grace welcomes Emily, a seasoned civil engineer who’s spent over a decade designing bridges and shaping the infrastructure we all rely on. Emily unpacks what civil engineering really means, from building roads and bridges to the secrets behind safe, beautiful structures you see every day. She shares her personal journey into the field—including how her mom inspired her career path—and reveals what day-to-day life as a structural engineer is like.

Whether you dream of building the skyline or you just love math and science, this episode is packed with advice for curious young minds, insights into exciting engineering projects, and tips on how to get started on your own civil engineering adventure. Join us for an eye-opening conversation that just might change the way you see the world around you!

Learn About:

• The collaborative nature of civil engineering projects

• Ensuring public safety in designs

• The need for flexibility and revisions when needed

Email Grace at ⁠Gracecareerkid@gmail.com⁠ for an interesting topic you want to learn about, or if you have someone in mind that you'd want Grace to interview next!

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Career Kid Podcast! In this episode, Grace is joined by Ms. Mae, a senior airport lead and airport safety champion. Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes at the airport, or who steps-in when passengers have a problem? Ms. Mae takes us into her world, sharing what it’s like to be a duty manager for an airline, her passion for travel, and the cool perks of her job—including catching the Olympics in Paris!

From overseeing check-in counters to handling emergencies and meeting people from all over the globe, Ms. Mae’s job is filled with excitement and challenges. Whether you dream of working at an airport or just want to know more about what goes on beyond the boarding gate, you won’t want to miss this conversation!

Learn About:

• Important responsibilities for both airport counter and boarding gate staff

• Interactions and friendships with crew

• Importance of learning different languages

  
  

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