I now look forward to applying the analytical, problem-solving nature I have cultivated since elementary school to solve the major problems faced by society.
Does this need to be replaced by to solving
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Best Answer
Your original sentence is correct.
Alternatively, you might say
or possibly you want
"solving" the ills of society is implicit in the last sentence.
is awkward in its expression.