Sky
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Sky’s Career Goals
I want to work in a career that involves math and science in Roanoke, VA or Winston Salem, NC.
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- Chemical Engineer
- Look up engineering and medical companies, see what they do and narrow down a field of study. There are many typed of engineers that are in just about all cities, like mechanical and civil.
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Career Crisis
- Reach out to people 1:1 with careers you admire (through CareerVillage, LinkedIn, etc.) to see if they're open to sharing wisdom, insights and chatting about their own career path
- Research colleges with strong engineering programs
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- Chemical Engineer – Chemical engineers are responsible for breaking down, analyzing and researching different chemical compounds. They can help create the materials used in food, textiles, industrial products or medicine. The field of chemical engineering offers a variety of opportunities to work on specialized, innovative projects. Chemical engineers must be highly skilled in calculus, chemistry, physics and biology. You'll typically work in an office or laboratory, but may spend time at industrial plants and other locations. In 2019, the median income for chemical engineers was $108,770 per year, and the field is expected to grow 6% through 2028.
- Electrical and Electronics Engineer If electronics and electricity are more your thing, then look into becoming an electrical and electronics engineer. They design, build and test things like motors, navigation systems, and communication systems. You'll need a bachelor's degree in order to get into this field, and some practical experience, like an internship, is also helpful. If you are able to enter this field, you can expect an income around $101,250 per year (the median income for 2019 according to the BLS), and plenty of open job spots, as it is expected to grow 2% through 2028.
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