Career questions tagged chemical-engineering
Which degrees would you recommend for someone who's interested in Chemistry and the Beauty / Luxury Goods Industry (Cosmetics/Pharmaceuticals/Textiles...) ?
I'm applying for Chemical Engineering in uni - I’m choosing this path because I love chemistry and I want a degree that leads to a high earning career, specifically in the beauty and cosmetics industry (like L'Oréal, Estée Lauder, etc.). However, I've been told by current students that the math and physics are really hard, and I'm scared that I will drop out since I'm not the best at these subjects. Also, they claim that there isn't much chem in the degree anyway. I'm mainly choosing ChemE for the salary (as opposed to a regular chem degree), and for it being a 'general' engineering degree which allows for branching out into varying industries. I would like to work in a fun, sensory, and creative environment, collaborating with marketing and design teams, rather than sitting behind a computer doing stressful heavy simulation or structural modeling... Yet I feel like that's incompatible with the salaries I want. So which degree or studies would you recommend for me? Thanks!
Why is it important to find out how to manage your time in college and find a good group to study with when your at a college, especially as an engineer?
Aspiring biotech or pharmaceutical career with a major in chemical engineering.
What would be the best way to enter the work force from being a full time student at a university ?
I am a high school senior that plans on majoring in Chemical Engineering. Im just trying to find ways of what would be best suited for me that would allow me to pursue my passion within stem, as well as allow me to find a placement that would allow me to start somewhere and build on myself.
Do specialized BME degrees make someone more competitive for the medical field, or do employers still prefer the core engineering background of a ChemE?
I’m currently a high school sophomore exploring engineering pathways into the medical field. How does a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering compare to one in biomedical engineering in terms of career opportunities in healthcare or biotech? Additionally, is it more advantageous to specialize in biomedical engineering at the graduate level rather than during undergraduate studies?
What is advice you would give someone entering their first year of college in engineering ?
I am pursuing a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering and was curious on what someone would recommend to be successful. What are some good resources, or general tips that you wish you received when you were a student?
How do I approach businesses at Career Fairs?
- Chem. Engineering Major - Senior in HS - Run Track
What were the most valuable career experiences that you had before becoming a professor, and what would you recommend checkpoints would you recommend me to pursue on my own journey to become one, specifically in the engineering field?
I'm a student pursuing a doctorate in the engineering field, specifically chemical or biomedical depending on what classes I end up enjoying more or excelling at in college. I'm super passionate about sharing my knowledge, but I also always want to continue learning myself, so I want to become a professor, so that I have the opportunity to teach others while also doing research with other professors and students at the university. I understand that it's important to have research experience and to get papers published for this kind of career, but I'm not sure what else would be helpful in the profession or even just in landing the job. I want to know what opportunities would help me with this, without delaying my plans for too long.
How math heavy is Chemical Engineering?
I'm looking into chemical engineering, but I'm just not that sure about how math heavy it is. I'd like to be clear that I CAN do math (sort of well), I just don't like it that much.
Science classes for chemical engineering?
What classes should I take if I am interested in chemical engineering?
How should I go about getting an internship during college? #fall25
I am going to be a freshman in college coming up and I am concerned about getting internship opportunities. I am going to school to be a chemical engineer, and I am unsure on how to go about internships. Is it better to reach out to companies myself or should I wait until companies get in contact with me?
Should I major in chemistry for my bachelor's degree and then narrow the field of study for postgraduate education?
I am torn between going into a specific major relating to chemistry, like chemical engineering, or just going into a general chemistry major. On the one hand, I would have a little bit of a head start in graduate school, but on the other hand, I would have more flexibility if I realize I do not want to study chemical engineering. #Fall25
How important is the type of Engineering?
I have been looking into engineering, particularly chemical, but my top school has a very strong mechanical program. How different are types of engineering?
What is the best way to take notes during lectures for Chemical Engineering?
How should I take notes during lectures for my freshmen year for chemical engineering classes or any general education classes? Is it worth it to get an app to listen to the lectures and to help take notes?
What is the best way to take notes during lectures?
How should I take notes during lectures for my freshmen year for chemical engineering classes or any general education classes? Is it worth it to get an app to listen to the lectures and to help take notes?
What are some good resources for potential STEM majors?
Chemical engineering, specifically.
Resources for aspiring chemical engineers?
Do you have any easy to understand books, journals, you tube videos, etc. that can help me understand the field more?
Scholarship Help?
What scholarship can I apply to for chemical engineering/STEM majors for undergraduate?
Any Personal statement tips?
Does anyone have clear tips to write a personal statement for both common app and UCAS applications as an aspiring chemical engineer?
What are some essential items for college that are specific for an engineering major?
I will be attending college for engineering in the fall and I want to get a jump start on purchasing the essential items for the up and coming semester.
For an aspiring chemical engineer, what should I aim to complete in my undergraduate years to build the best resume for hiring ?
I will be starting at Rice University as a chemical engineering major! #Spring25
Has the advancements in AI made getting a computer science degree useless What is the point of studying at university for four years if when I get my degree(in computer science), AI has evolved and improved so much that, in those same four years that it can do way more than what I've been studying for and can outwork me tenfolds??
AI has been improving constantly so if I risk getting a degree in computers or programming, etc, those 4 years I spend in college, AI will improve past the need for computer science degree,s
Why should I choose a chemical engineering and biomedical engineering double major over doing a chemical engineering degree with a biomed minor?
12th grade, majoring in chemical engineering next year
Do i need a master's degree after completing a bachelor's degree in Chemical engineering.?
I'm a 3rd year Chemical engineering student. Asking if it's better to get a master's degree in Chemical engineering for both expertise and financially wise.
How versatile and stable are the chemical engineering vs. bioengineering fields, and where do the two overlap??
I'm a student at Oregon State University currently majoring in Bioengineering. I'm considering switching to Chemical Engineering. So far, I have taken on one internship doing biochemistry research and I'm a licensed Pharm Tech. I know that I'm interested in Biochemistry and Chemistry, and I want to know which major is most applicable to pharmaceuticals or has the potential to expand my options should I find out I'm interested in non-pharma things. If you can, please also comment on any potential salary differences. Thank you for your help!
How do i pursue career in chemistry?
I love more to know about chemical and there chemical reaction
What is the role of a chemical engineer?
I was looking at becoming a chemical engineer and was curious on what I would be doing in that field.
What I'm interested in Botany pharmaceutical microbiology, what kinds of careers would you recommend?
What I'm interested in Botany pharmaceutical microbiology, what kinds of careers would you recommend?
