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Jeff’s Answer

Hello Tebogo, once you've graduated and are seeking future employment/career opportunities, I would absolutely continue your education with online classes and/or certifications relevant to the engineering path you are looking to take. Certifications are typically "Preferred" in the CVS Health standard job descriptions. So anything you can gain before applying, or even actively enrolled in (And you can speak to it in an interview) will give you an edge. There is a ton interest and competition for our roles, and you have to be selective in the certain kinds of certifications or advanced learning that will round out your resume. Some can be time consuming and expensive, but others can only be beneficial in setting you apart from other applicants.
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William’s Answer

Hi Tebogo,
Graduating from university in engineering is a wonderful step forward. By this time, you are already well grounded in theoretical knowledge and a bit of practical skills & experience based on the Internships you undertook as a student.
Engineering work is generally governed by technical standards, regulations (laws) especially with regard to occupational health safety & the environment, best practices etc.
Technical standards include design and construction codes/standards for such things as pressure vessels, earthquake & wind/storm resistance, storage of hazardous (corrosive, poisonous, radioactive) materials, general standards for the design and construction of infrastructure, buildings, space vehicles, automobiles, manufacturing equipment, earthmoving equipment, medical equipment etc.
Occupational health safety and environmental regulations guard against explosions, fire, hazardous spills etc.
Best Practices are developed as a result of accumulation of knowledge & experience with the view of improving standards and performance.
These standards are often developed by professional associations such as American Society for Testing and Materials, American Society for Agricultural and Biological Engineers, Society of Automotive Engineers, German Institute for Standards, British Standards Institute, European Norm etc. Membership in any of these Institutions exposes engineers to their professional standards.
Engineers also need soft skills such as analytical, problem solving, leadership, communication skills & ability to work in teams etc.
In manufacturing, there are best practices for operational excellence that stem from approaches such as Total Productive Maintenance, Reliability Centered Maintenance etc. Knowledge & ability to use these practices are essential for success.
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Sneha’s Answer

Hi Tebogo! Improving your standards as an engineer after university is all about continuous growth, learning, and real-world application. Start by identifying the specific area of engineering you want to grow in and stay updated with the latest tools, software, and industry trends through courses, certifications, or technical blogs. Seek out mentorship, whether through senior colleagues, online communities, or professional organizations—it’s one of the fastest ways to grow your mindset and technical depth. Work on side projects or contribute to open-source efforts to sharpen your problem-solving skills and build confidence. Good luck!
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