Career questions tagged engineering
What types of options do i have to start my engineering career as a highschooler ?
I am looking to become an engineer, but I'm still only in high school,l and I don't know what type of path I should take, so if it's a college degree or an internship I still don't know much.
How can I connect with the right professionals or recruiters to land a Full Stack Developer or Java Backend role in the U.S.
Hi Network, My name is Shaik, and I’m excited to connect with professionals here. I’m currently seeking full-time opportunities as a Full Stack Developer or Java Backend Engineer in the U.S. With 4+ years of industry experience at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and a Master’s degree in Engineering Management from San Jose State University, I bring a strong foundation in building scalable backend services and responsive web applications.
What kinds of careers are common or promising for someone with a degree in biological engineering?
I just finished my senior year of high school and will be starting college this fall as a biological engineering major. I’m passionate about biotechnology and all its subfields, especially healthcare applications. I want to explore career paths where I can make a meaningful impact and contribute to advances in this field.
What topic would be better for my science fair project?
Last year i discovered this site and asked this same question. Today i can say that my project won first place in Cognitive Sciences, and after doing an International Science fair i got accepted for another one, now I'm representing Puerto Rico in Brazil this year for it. After receiving much advice here and help I've decided to ask again, what topic should i do this year? Last year my topic was: How much do high school students depend on AI for English redaction assignments? Can teachers determine when schoolwork is AI generated? This years topic im not sure what to do but i have some ideas and ill explain the backstory on why its an idea. 1. Replicating liver enzymes and certain conditions to see and better understand what makes them go up - My partner came up with this because her mom has an autoimmune disease that has something to do with the liver. 2. Developing a light sensor that turns on a small light to prevent elderly trips and falls in dimly lit places. - As we all know elderly people sometimes have difficulty seeing in the dark, sometimes they struggle finding the switch to turn on the light. Its hard to know how many elderly people have gotten injured because of this. Last week my grandma was telling me about the night before when she tripped and fell on her way to the bathroom because she couldn't find the light or her phone, because of this she sprained her wrist. After that conversation i came up with the idea of developing a light sensor to prevent these injures. 3. This third one im not sure about but its something about epilepsy. - Investigating the effectiveness of different seizure management techniques - Exploring the impact of epilepsy on learning and memory - Examine the effects of specific environmental factors on seizure frequency -- The idea to make it about epilepsy was that last year very suddenly my brother got diagnosed with it and in july we had his first seizure. It has impacted us as a family greatly and i thought of doing something to teach people more about it.
If I am In middle school and want to start finding a part time job ahead of time to save up for college, what is the best jobs I can look up to or how can I start my life like if I should get a job first, live in family house while working or find a cheap place while working.?
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What was the most difficult part of becoming an engineer What topics brought along doubts? How should I prepare for the material? What should I do to stay motivated??
I am a high school senior and I am planning to attend college in fall of 2025 majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Although its been my life long dream to become and engineer, I've had ups and downs about going into such a hard major. Majority of things I hear about engineering majors are that they are extremely difficult, and despite me being hard working student, I'm scared for what my future brings me.
How can I maintain good grades and not give into some of the negative influences in college? #Spring25
I've always cared deeply about my academics and that is what's most important to me and is something I want to keep pursuing in my college career. #Spring25
What was the most noticeable difference in work load and experience during freshman year of college and highschool?
I am currently planning on studying Electrical Engineering and I am curious to know how the work experience will be different from high school courses.
How I can balance the work/life aspects being a college student?
I am a student seeking to become a mechanical engineer. As I enter college, I want to be more involved in extracurriculars. I am doubting if I can have time between classes and work. What are ways I can be involved while maintaining my academic lifestyle?
How Can I learn better with ADHD (Attention Deficit focused)?
I'm a freshman in college taking all STEM classes and 'm currently pursing a degree in engineering (leaning towards electrical). However, I keep finding myself struggling time and time again. It takes me much longer than others to comprehend given information from lectures, and I keep finding myself constantly distracted. I want to be an engineer very badly. This sounds pretty general but I want to help innovate new technology to help people. I don't plan on letting this ADHD stop me, but without the proper help, I'm worried my path is going to be a lot more shakey. Any ideas on how to be a better learner? #Spring25
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.
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 are some good areas in the United States to find work as a Mechatronics Engineer?
I am a junior in college studying Mechatronics Engineering Technology. I know that this is the general career path that I would like to pursue, but I struggle with finding a specific job that I would pursue after school. I would like to work in the food/food packaging industry, but I am open to anything that I am qualified for.
In Electrical Engineering what does the work after schooling mostly involve. Is it more physical labor or more programming and understanding. Does it depend on the job/subfield Which companies should I be looking out for an internship under the field?
I know that engineering is a constantly changing field and I want to know if the field is more labor oriented or more programming? Thanks.
How do I make this internship valuable?
Hi guys I am doing this internship as a BDR for B2B sales in US market and I did not book anything in 1 month. How can I make this internship valuable? I am still in high school and I am trying to get a remote high paying US job in tech sales but unfortunately I don’t know what do write in my resume about this experience. Could I maybe say I booked some meeting even tho that isn’t true? How would they found out? Or how could I make this internship valuable for their prospective?
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 are some things you wish you knew as a female entering a male dominant major such as engineering ?#Spring25
Im a female second semester senior committed to college next fall to study Mechanical Engineering. At the college I have committed to, about 10% of the students in my major are female. Im not necessarily worried about entering a male dominant field as I am very passionate and have confidence, but I am sure there are lots of tips and information that would be helpful in navigating school and career endeavors for greater success. I would be so grateful to hear personal anecdotes and experiences. #Spring25
What are some techniques that can be meshed with Mechanical Engineering and agriculture that can help with the production of sustainable agricultural food #Spring 25?
As a Mechanical Engineering major, I am interested in food sustainability to help offset our nation's need to eliminate food insecurity. #engineering#agriculture#mechanical#sustainability
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?
Hi, I'm a high school senior who is going to Michigan Tech to pursue a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. From anyone who is in the field, what would be some classes you would suggest for the first year? also #Spring25
I haven't chosen any classes yet and would like to know what to pick beforehand.
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.
What is the best way to break into the construction industry?
I'm a first year construction management student and I'll be looking for my first Philly-based co-op job next fall.
How difficult would it be to get my dream job in computer engineering? #Spring25
My major is computer engineering, and I plan to have a bachelor's degree for it.
How hard will it be to get a job after college?
I am currently planning to major in engineering and I want to know how easy it will be to get a job.
Telecommunications Engineering Schools?
I am getting ready to transfer after completing my AS in Computer Information Systems. Are there any good online BS programs that have more of a focus on telecommunications / network engineering? It seems most schools just focus on computer science or computer engineering.
What sort of extracurriculars should I participate in as an Electrical Engineering major that will really help me in the long run?
I understand as far as internships are concerned, I mean more something involved with the university I attend itself. Thanks. #Spring25