Career questions tagged engineer
What is it really like to study and work in engineering?
I am a high school student and am doing an interview for a project that’s supposed to help me with my future pathway. I want to be an engineer and need someone with that expertise to answer a couple of simple questions. - What’s the most life-giving part of your career (or college/major)? - What is something you wish you would’ve done (or not done) in working toward your career (or college/major)? - What is something you wish someone would’ve told you about your career (or college/major) that you didn’t anticipate? - Does your career (or college/major) relate to math (or require certain math courses) in any way? Thank you! I am going to use the interview for the project and I would be very grateful for any answers *Note: Edited by Admin for clarity
What advice would you give to a future engineer who wants to make a lasting impact rather than just simply earning a degree #Spring25?
I will be majoring in Electrical Engineering in Purdue North West.
How does the transition process from a being a biomedical science/engineering major in college to working in field feel and look like? #Spring26
As someone who’s majoring in biomedical i want to know different routes and paths people have taken.
Why Do I Want This?
How will I make achieve my goal to become a U.S. Army Engineer Officer? What will it take me to get there? Why do I want to do this so badly? I will figure that out on the journey!
I have secured AIR ~73,000 in JEE Main (General category). What realistic NIT options (excluding most North-East NITs) can I expect in terms of branches. Also, if my long-term goal is to build a career in software through coding and skill development, would taking a non-CS branch in an NIT still be a good choice??
I have secured an AIR of around 73,000 in JEE Main (General category). Based on previous cutoffs, I understand that top NITs and circuital branches may not be possible, so I am trying to make a practical and informed decision. I am mainly interested in building a career in the software/tech field through coding, problem solving, and consistent skill development. I am willing to work hard alongside my college academics. My main confusion is whether I should prioritize getting into an NIT with a lower branch (like mechanical, civil, instrumentation, etc.) or choose a better branch in a relatively lower-ranked college. I would appreciate realistic guidance on what options I can expect and which choice would be more beneficial in the long term for software placements.
What type of hands-on project project experiences should I seek during my undergraduate studies to become a standout candidate for roles in the Agri-food technology sector?
I am currently a year two student of Biosystems Engineering who has undergone training on different modules associated with the engineering field such as welding and fabrication, farm power, engineering survey ,construction, during our recess term at school .Before completion of the course ,we are to carry out industrial training as well .We cover quite a number of things but i would love to focus more on the agricultural sector .In my free time i love to sing and also enjoy travelling as much
How limiting can the pursuit of an engineering degree become?
I graduated high school in the class of 2025. I am a very-hands on and spontaneous person that has a passion for math. Is mechanical engineering a good choice for me? Do you have any free time or hobbies while pursuing an engineering degree? Is it possible/recommended to work while pursuing an engineering degree? How helpful are internships, and is it wise to prioritize internship possibilities? Does working as an engineer require travelling out of town often?
What is the most common learning process among engineers and how does this process help them innovate or create new solutions to problems that require unique, efficient solutions ?
High school Senior going into college
What hobbies and habits should I pick up before I start studying engineering in college to make my journey easier ?
I plan on studying aeronautical engineering next year and I understand it is a very difficult journey. I would like to learn a new skill or habit early on that could make my experiences in engineering easier.
What would be the best pathway to get into the field of clean energy production as an engineer in Pennsylvania?
Currently I'm planning on double majoring in Physics and environmental science because the school I want to attend doesn't have a dedicated Environmental Engineering program. What challenges can I expect with these majors?
What can I be doing over the summer to further help my academic goals in engineering and college as a whole ?
Internships, College Prep
What does a mechanical engineer actually do?
Interested in majoring in mechanical engineering, what is the actual work that this entails.
What degrees does an average electrician need to get a job?
I’m an 8th grader middle schooler and I would like to be an electrician when I grow up,I want to know if the gear they use is safe and if they need any specific degrees. What kind of training do they go through. Do they connect any specific things such as lots of devices together or if they get electrocuted often. I hope a professional can reply to this.
I’m trying to think of careers for when I grow up and I’m considering automotive. Is it fun to work on cars and engines?
I’m a middle school student trying to find a good career. I’m considering engineering and auto motive. What s the best part of working on cars?
How long does it take to design, get approved, and get the permits to build a skyscraper Also what is important to focus on in school?
I am a 13 year old middle school student from Yuma Arizona, and ever since I was about 9 I wanted to be an architectural engineer. However recently I found out that there’s about 1 civil engineer in my entire city, and I also have an intern ship ready for civil engineering when I turn 15. I also want to know if is should still try to be an architectural engineer.
About my career in coding!?
I'm concerned that I've been learning how to do coding such as javascript and python but I can't seem to do my own project to be able to learn what I've learned. I need all the help I can get, please tell me what to do as a hard learner, and include your top tips for coding!
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 good passion project ideas that combine my interests: coding, chess, dance, and volunteering with neurodiverse communities? Passion project based only activities in high school?
Hi! I’m a high school student looking to start a passion project that aligns with my interests in coding (html, css, js, AI/ML) i wanted to take major as Com sci, chess, dance, and volunteering with neurodiverse kids in NGO. I want to make a meaningful impact and ideally build something that helps others or showcases creativity. I’d love suggestions on projects that combine any of these areas, especially those I could grow over time or possibly turn into a passion project. Thank you!
I'm confused, as a running start student completing their AA in Arts but wanting to be a Software Engineer, and now noticing that there is an AA for CS, I don't know what is the best plan for me?
Hello, my name is Daniel, I do running start as a junior and am completing my AA arts this upcoming year. I want to be a Software Engineer in my future but now I'm worried if I'm perusing the right degree, there is a CS-AA in the college I attend and a friend of mine is trying to persue it, so that when she finishes it, she can get a beginner job (like analyst) and going into internships - which does not seem like a bad plan to me. I'm doing my AA in arts degree and almost done but if I want to get into CS-AA then I might not have enough time to be able to complete it before I graduate high school. I contacted the University of Washington which is mainly where I want to go, the admission office said that my AA is good and to just focus on advancing in my core classes (English, science, math) and that CS-AA does not really give me an advantage. Can anyone help me on what my best options are now? Thank you a lot.
Can geometry be used in an art/tech based career?
I am a freshman in high school with a good GPA and an interest in art/tech based careers.
Why haven't anyone tried to make an operating system since Windows,MacOS, and Linux, doesn't the world deserve a new operating system on the market for all of us to use ?
I want to make my own system to defeat them. Anyone willing to help ?
What study habits does it take for a hispanic male in the engineering field have to do in order to stand out from everyone else and find success where many have failed to ?
I am graduating high school senior at corona high who has been involved in the STEM engineering program for all 4 years with a 3.3 gpa which isn’t the best so i need to know how can i improve that to guarantee success
What is a day in the life of a mechanical engineer like?
Describe a typical work day. What should I expect? What can outside of the typical classes to help better prepare myself for the workforce?
What would be the best parts of being an environmental engineer? What exactly do they do?
Currently a college sophomore and exploring environmental engineering related fields I could go into.
What is the best way for me to find what industry I want to work in after I graduate college for mechanical engineering?
I am going to the University of Vermont for mechanical engineering and I am eager to think of places to live in and companies to work for but I do not know where to start. Do you have any advice for someone in my position?
How hard is it to get a job in the mechanical engineering field with an associates degree.?
I am going to a community college for 2 years and don’t know if i should transfer before or after getting my associates degree.
How do you stay creatively fulfilled in a technical role like software engineering, especially when working on projects that aren’t personally exciting?
I'm really curious about how people in tech stay motivated and avoid feeling overwhelmed. How do you keep enjoying your work when you're dealing with tough deadlines, bugs, or long hours? What helps you not burn out?
What Is the best class or extracurricular for me to get a job in aerospace engineering field.?
I will be attending The Ohio State University.
What is it like to work in the field as a mechanical engineer? #Spring25
What is it like to work in the field as a mechanical engineer? #Spring25