Career questions tagged engineering
How to take advantage of networking? Is it a disadvantage to be an introvert?
As a student I always hear that we need to build up a "nice network", but how can I address my efforts to really take benefit from it? #engineering #management #mechanical-engineering #electrical-engineering #industrial-engineering
I'm a chemical engineering graduate and I hate this degree. I've always wanted to be a doctor and even after doing well at school, i was unable to get a place to study medicine. Now I'm stuck with this degree and I dont know what to do. Please help.
I initially chose chemical engineering as I thought that I could get into the pharmaceutical engineering side of the industry and I knew that they were sought after in the finance sector. Unfortunately my applications haven't worked out and there's no scope for chem eng in pharmaceuticals in my country. The idea of working on a chemical plant away from the city in overalls isn't for me and I know I screwed up really badly and i feel like a complete failure. I'm also not in a financial position where I can study another degree. I want to help people and not be stuck in a job because the money is good but my happiness is minimal. #engineering #chemical-engineering #medicine #healthcare #college #hospital-and-health-care
Am I able to get my PhD in anything?
I wanted to do psychology but my mom and friends say that maybe engineering is where I need to be. I just don't know anymore. I know for sure I want my PhD but I don't know what topic to get it in. #engineering #psychology #college-majors #phd
Does double majoring in business and engineering sound like a good idea?
My friend is currently majoring in both engineering and business. She has to take a lot of classes and it seems to be extremely stressful. Will it be worth it? #business #engineering
Am I making the right choice with my major?
My name is Briana and I am a college freshman. I have recently finished my first semester and am confused. I had previously asked about possible major options, and had thought I was sure, but there's all types of doubts that come up with each choice. I had talked with one of the career advisors on campus, and he more or less directed me with psychology like I had mentioned. Whenever I have the chance, I'll take a personality/career quiz that usually ends up with scientist or psychologist. Now i have and am still considering psychology as a possible career, but I feel, and my mom has noticed too, that it may be a means of obsessing over past events (i.e. bullying). Considering my "experiences", is it healthy for me to continue focusing on something through these means? Aside from money and interest, my second option may be related to math, engineering, and art. Before I choose my classes for the next semester, I will talk with a counselor about any future plans. All I ask from anyone responding is a new perspective regarding if I'm being too emotional in what should be a rational decision. Thank you to anyone who responds and I wish you all happy holidays! #engineering #psychology #college-major #mathematics #japan #animation #choosing-a-major #computer-animation #first-generation
Is it possible to study law even if l did not study history and cre in high school?
I had been aspiring to become an electrochemical engineer but now l have gained intrest in law. The subjects l took in high school are:Mathematics,English,Kiswahili,Chemistry,Biology,Physics,Geography and Agriculture. I therefore do not know if it is possible for me to study law.Please,advice.Thank you. #engineering #law #history
What is a "day in the life of a software engineer" typically like?
I'm a second year computer science major in college, and I'm curious as to what a typical day of a software engineer is like. Do you usually work by yourself coding for 8 hours a day, or are you working together with other engineers to program something? #computer-science #computer-software #engineering #software-engineering #software-development
What are some ways to improve creative problem solving skills?
It's important to be creative if you want to be accomplished in engineering and I'd like to really start developing the mindset. The other day my teacher showed me a game she used called Disruptus in which you look at cards with ideas or object and try to innovate something new based off of them after rolling a die. I was wondering what strategies others were using to keep themselves inventive. What gets your creative juices flowing? Thanks! #engineering
Interships which ones are right for you?
Hi , my name is Demetrio i'm a current undergad student at devry university im majoring in Network systems Administrator and would like to express some useful thought to those who dont have a clue about how to gain experience in your field that will be suitable in the future so, If you're a college student and wish to pursue your career further what are some places you might attend to gain experience? Well Basically if you're looking for experience a good way is to look for specific intern ships that are relevant to your field, such as it is always a good idea to get entry level jobs that post to your career as a stepping stone. So to add to that i would also like to mention that getting certified in things that are relevant to your field helps a lot to get your foot in the door, from what i heard most companies only care if you posses such certification without always asking what you know about it. So some things to look at are , in indeed for internships or even events that could allow you to network with people in your field. #college #internships #network #entrylevel #engineering #administrators #networking
What is computer science? Is it worth getting into?
My high school has recently started up a computer science program, and I'm thinking of taking a few classes. What kind of stuff do you do as a computer engineer? Should I get into it even if I'm not very technologically adept? #computer-science #computer-software #engineering
Which colleges/universities should I apply to?
I live in California, and I am reluctant to go too far for college. I would like to stay relatively close to home, so I can visit my parents and come back home without having to travel too far. I'm interested in computer science and psychology, and I would like to do something in one of those fields. What kind of criteria should I be looking for in a college? Should I pick a college that is closer to home but may not be as academically rigorous as one that is further away? #college #engineering #career #science #psychology #computer #university
What should I choose between- architecture or civil engineering?
I am a college student that has just finished my final exams at collage then waiting to go to University.. I offered physics, mathematics, and fine art, in my subject combination at collage.. I like art and i feel very cool wen it comes to designing things.. I really feel i should not loose that talent of art in my feature. Bt also i like physics, most especially that part of installation,and construction.. I really want to choose a career that wont let me down most especially that suits the kind of a country am in "low developing ",,,, I enjoy watching football though am a badminton player in my free time.. Architecture is my inspiration bt am warried as architets dont have a perticulor work daily "thats what i hear frm people",. Cival engnering is also a course that i feel i can do wea i can exersise my talent.. Along side other ebgneering couses.. Am confused on what to chose.. I need sam help guys.. Sam help #engineering
How important is GPA in college?
I am a sophomore in college, and the classes I have been taking have been pretty tough. I'm always studying to try to stay ahead of the curve, and the professors usually give harder tests that warrant lower averages. In the field that I am interested in (Computer Science), I have doing well, but cumulatively, some of grades I have gotten have been Bs and Cs (in classes such as Chemistry and Physics), and as a result, it has lowered my GPA significantly. Should I try harder to get a higher GPA, or should I just continue to work hard, but focus more on CS related projects? #college #engineering #science #computer #gpa
Im passionate about anatomy (Particularly Nervous, Endocrine, Respiratory) , biology, engineering, and computing. I am a sophomore in high school and have very little of an idea as to where to go or what career is right for me. Any ideas?
I recently have been thinking a lot about the future and what I should aim for after high school gets done. #engineering #medicine #biology #computer #surgery #biotechnology #anatomy
What jobs can I get at a big global company with a computer science degree as soon as I graduate?
I like Programming especially HTML ,CSS ! And i hear that the pay is good and there a lot of jobs out for computer science students. #computer-science #engineering #computer-engineering
Are there engineering majors out there directly related to animals?
Animals have always been a huge passion of mine. I would love to know if there are any engineering majors that I can study that can lead me to an engineering job that involves working with animals. #engineering #civil-engineering #biomedical-engineering #animals #women-in-stem #environmental-engineering #women-in-engineering #animal-welfare
What steps did you take to become an engineer?
What do I need to become a computer engineer because I need to choose and academic path because I was really interested in it and I just want to find a college to go to please get back to me asap thx 😀 #engineering
Whats is information about mechanical engineering? i need some answers for my junior capstone
i have background and fields for my capstone. this is for my in tech school #engineering #mechanical-engineering #manufacturing-engineering
Should I apply for as many relevant opportunities that come my way?
I am currently in my second year as an electrical engineering major. My gpa is below a 2.5. Should I count myself out of having a chance at these opportunities and work on my gpa or should I apply and see what happens for this year? #engineering #internships #research #gpa #grade
Engineering Math
I want to get into a good college but i have not taken calculus yet. I am a senior in highschool and I want to get into UCSD or UCLA. Do you think I have a chance of getting into their engineering program? Did you need to take calculus before college? Or can you take it in the university? #engineering #university #mechanical-engineering #math
Electrical Enginnering vs. Computer Science
What industry has bigger growth and more opportunities for young people? Also, what are the advantages of each field in terms of professional growth and overall job quality? #computer-science #engineering #programming #electrical-engineering
Is it beneficial to show evidence of branching out in my career and expanding upon my future career options by minoring in a field different from my major?
I am planning on entering college as a bioengineering major, though that is subjective to change depending on the college. However, I was wondering whether it would be beneficial for me to apply with a business, political science, or history minor to add more to my resume and degree. It would add more time for me to graduate with my undergraduat degree, but I am willing to do it if it will help me with getting a job or getting accepted into a graduate school later. #college #business #engineering #career #college-major #graduate-school #stem #political-science
To what extent does being a woman interested in a STEM field benefit or disadvantage me in terms of college admissions and later career opportunities?
I am asking this question because I am interested in entering a STEM field. I am currently undecided on the major I want to go into in college, though I know that it will be in a STEM field. I want to be aware of the opportunities that will come along with my choices to go into a STEM field, and whether I will have the advantage as a woman when it comes to college admissions and financial aid. Furthermore, I want to know to what extent being a woman will help or hinder me when it comes time to find a job. Because STEM fields are those that are traditionally male-oriented, I want to know how breaking that boundary will help or hinder my ability to get a job and be taken seriously as a woman in STEM. #college #engineering #career #science #college-admissions #stem #admissions #women
Being an engineer major, is there still time to do other stuff?
I want to make sure that in college that I get the full college experience. I don't want to be too caught up in school that I don't have time for the fun things. #college #student #engineering #time-management
What do employers look for most in students looking for jobs/careers in engineering?
I want to finish college and join the work force successfully #engineering #school-counseling
What is the best way to go about getting a coop when in an engineering program?
Getting ready for college and want to grow my knowledge #engineering #school-counseling
What is most exhilarating about doing research in college?
I am going to try to do a lot of research in college, and I was just wondering what others thought about it. #engineering #stem-education #renewable-energy
what kind of jobs are open for people who study structural engineering?
As a junior I need to start thinking about colleges and career paths. I am looking for a more specific goal. #engineering #structural-engineering
Blushes, Shadows, and Bronzers Oh My!
What would you study in college if you wanted to make cosmetics? #engineering #biology #chemistry #stem #women-in-stem #makeup #cosmetics #mac
STEM Questions and Concerns
Since engineering is such a broad field of study, how would you find the type of engineering for you? #engineering #stem #stem-education