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William Vvuko

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Hannah Apr 11 507 views

What is the BIGGEST life lesson you have learned thru becoming an engineer ?

I am a high school senior setting out to be a mechanical engineer with a concentration in biomedical. I have heard that you “marry your schooling” because it is tough and can be very demanding. After all of the needed schooling, what is your biggest take away from college? I would LOVE...

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Alejandro Apr 12 516 views

Is it worth doing unpaid internships, or should I avoid them? #Spring26

I know internships are useful in career progression, but I am not sure if they are worth if they are unpaid.

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Sam Apr 09 350 views

What are the internship Opportunities for Electrical Engineering Technology Students that will prepare me for the demands of a job after graduation?

I am about to start college in the fall at Purdue, and I am wondering what the options are and the opportunities I can gain from being at a different Engineering firm than my last internship during Highschool.

#Spring26

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JEFFREY Apr 07 870 views

What is the Best Minor if Majoring in Aerospace Engineering?

I am currently a Senior in High School, looking to pursue a higher education in Aerospace Engineering at Embry-Riddle in the Fall. I was wondering what minor would best coincide with my intended major? I was thinking Electrical, but none of the classes lined up, and the credits started to get a...

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Olive Apr 07 259 views

Community College or 4-Year College?

I'm a junior in high school looking at different colleges right now, and was wondering whether I should go to a community college first to get my associates degree, or go straight to my preferred college. The community college will be much cheaper, and close enough that I'll be able to live at...

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Mia Apr 05 746 views

Characteristics that helped future success in Aerospace Engineering?

What are some characteristics or interests that you had in high school or childhood that you think contributed to success in the field of aerospace and/or engineering today?

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Jashun Apr 01 390 views

How do you go about getting an internship in CAD designing of Mechanical Engineering #Spring26?

Opportunities.

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Amarli Mar 30 559 views

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.

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monica Mar 30 573 views

Getting my associates degree in mechanical-engineering ?

hello! I was just wondering how hard is the math for mechanical engineering is .... it kinda scares me. I have a bachelors degree in psychology already. just trying to figure out how realistic is is for me. && im looking to get my associates and stop there. Is that a bad idea?

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Niha Mar 27 999 views

what should i take in future?

what type of career should i percieve in future if my major subject is engineering .
please note that the career should be of high income and they should have scope in upcoming world

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sully Mar 24 658 views

The careers that I’m interested won’t let me be able to stay too close to home, which I am not too thrilled about. How can I make this not a problem and help me come to terms with what I’ll have to do?

I would like to live with in 3hrs of my home town

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sully Mar 24 380 views

If I have many careers I’m interested in and don’t have one picked out, how do I go about choosing the best one for me? The top careers I’m interested in are mechanical engineering, precision agriculture engineering, and aviation mechanic.

I am stuck and don't know which path to go.

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Muhammad Mar 17 550 views

how the first-year student of mechanical engineering get internships in different industries? And how i get free courses?

I am from Pakistan so how i get internships in different industries?

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Diego Mar 17 526 views

What is a typical day like as a mechanic?

What are the hardest parts of the job? What do people enjoy most? How many hours do they usually work?

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Samuel Mar 06 468 views

How can I determine what is the best kind of Engineering for me?

I know I have to go to college and get a Bachelor's degree and obtain my PE license, but I'm just not sure entirely of which specific Engineering degree I really want to pursue. I am stuck between a few kinds such as Civil, Electrical, Architectural, and Constructional. I love to work outside...

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Adrianna Mar 06 616 views

How can I use my Mechatronics Engineering degree to transition into a career in medicine or healthcare technology?

Hello my name is Adrianna I go to crane middle school. I will use my engineering degree as a foundation to become a doctor who understands the technology behind modern medicine. I will design robotic and electronic systems that restore human function or save lives. I would like to help people.

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Edgar Mar 04 273 views

How do I become a mechanical engineer when I grow up?

I would like to know if mechanical engineering is the right fit for me .my father is a mechanic so I have always been around tools. I do tend to get sidetracked easily so I sounder if that will make it harder to be a mechanic engineer. Is there any certain characteristic I have or should be...

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Lorenzo Mar 04 382 views

What is the hardest part of being an Engineer.?

Hello, I am a 7th grade student at Crane Middle School, I was wondering what is the hardest about being Engineer. I was also wondering what a normal day would look like and if different types of engineers would need more or less education. Ever since I was little I always loved to make things...

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Eduardo Mar 04 594 views

Is going to School for Mechanical Engineering or Engineering in general worth it?

My name is Eduardo and I go to Crane Middle School in Yuma, Arizona and I have been wanting to be an Engineer since I was in 2nd grade. I like to build things like Legos or like doing hardware and designing projects in school. Engineering is a fascinating career that I find interesting. I was...

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Xianghao Mar 02 481 views

What are options of majors i can take if im interested in engineering?

Im in high school and i found i like engineering but im not taking a engineering class at school. Im not knowledgeable on the different paths i can go.

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athan Feb 25 556 views

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...

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Diego Feb 24 466 views

What classes for a car mechanic ?

what are some classes if i am interested in learning more about cars and maybe trying to be a mechanic?

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TTE Consumer Feb 24 794 views

How would I adjust my experience section when transferring retail to computer science?

I have always wanted to have a career CompSci, and am currently in college and working at a grocery store. I know that jobs like applicants to have experience and while retail isn't exactly the same there are still soft skills there and I want to know how I would present that to an employer.

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Xianghao Feb 23 1251 views

what do i do to get into the right college?

college wise

Note: Edited by admin for clarity

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Faraz Feb 21 1378 views

How can I rebuild my career after a 3-year gap and transition into a stable field aligned with my Bachelor's in Electronics Engineering despite having 1 year of experience in a different industry?

Hello, I have done a bachelor's in electronic engineering in 2022 after I was forced to do a job in the petroleum field as a business development executive, which I left because of some personal reasons (TBH: I went into depression). Now I have been unemployed for the past 3 years and am...

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Evan Feb 18 1816 views

Is Healthcare the right path and how to get employed in Healthcare (Orlando, FL)?

I'm dropping out of Mechanical Engineering to pursue a career in Healthcare. From what I've learned in this current landscape and job market, healthcare seems to be the last bastion of hope for job security and stability. I've landed on something administrative or business related, and not...

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Parinita Feb 15 1434 views

I recently graduated with a degree of Btech in Civil Engineering,but now i don't want to go for a career in that domain,what are the ways i can make a career switch in India?

i love communicating with people, i am very flexible and easily adaptable

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SANJAY Feb 12 827 views

doubt about starting?

hi guys, there is almost 5 month to complete my first year after that I am in second year, now i am learning fullstack development now .what can I do at this time ?

What should my daily routine for the next three years look like so that I am prepared for this career?

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Eliel Feb 10 1530 views

Seeking Mechanical Engineer Perspectives for an Assignment?

Hi! Less than a year ago I posted some questions I wanted to be answered by mechanical engineers, all of them to help me decide whether to pursue that degree in university. Thanks to the answers I received from that post, I made my decision and now I'm studying to become a mechanical...

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Brayden Jan 30 581 views

Im a senior heading to college next year and I want to ask any engineers about their average work day and how it goes?

I'm planning on majoring in mechanical engineering and want to get a look into what the job looks like from a real perspective

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Ben Jan 30 566 views

What classes should I take in my senior year to look good for colleges focused in engineering?

I'm a junior in high school and looking at courses for next year. What are some good classes or common electives to take to look good for an engineering focused college?

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Anthony Jan 30 260 views

where should I start as a aspiring mechanic?

I am coming out of high school to become a mechanic, what would be the easiest way to get around to the profession?

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Shane Jan 30 712 views

Science classes for mechanical engineering?

I'm interested in the field of mechanical engineering. What science class should I take?

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Lillian Jan 10 5747 views

What is the best choice of major/ career for me? (math and physics based)

I am a 16 year old high school junior (and am planning on going to college) and I have always been interested in fields like nuclear science and astronomy. I am open, and not restricting myself to the fields above, since I do not know exactly what would be the best path for me. -I really want...

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Esther Nov 30, 2025 1017 views

Should I double major in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering?

Hi, I'm a college freshman majoring in biomedical engineering. I'm planning on going into the field of prosthetics after graduation. Biomedical engineering at my university doesn't have a specialty for prosthetics so I was wondering if double majoring in mechanical engineering would get me the...

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Penelope Nov 26, 2025 787 views

How do you know what career path you want to take after college more specifically than just your major? I am sure that I want to go into some career related to mechanical engineering but there are a lot of paths to take.

career advice

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Carson Nov 25, 2025 355 views

How do I escape the world of learning about engineering and actually become an engineer?

I feel trapped in a loop of just learning and learning, never reaching the point of actually engineering anything, and I'm trying to change that and do something real.

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Brody Nov 20, 2025 476 views

What is the most challenging part about becoming an engineer? What strategies do you suggest to overcome this difficulty?

#engineering #study tips #Fall2025

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Yash Nov 21, 2025 739 views

How do I narrow down potential engineering fields?

Currently, I am stuck between chemical, mechanical, and aerospace engineering. All of these really interest me, but I cannot choose. Thank you!?

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Edwant Nov 18, 2025 630 views

What are subjects to review in order to ensure that im ready for Aerospace engineering?

Im currently in my senior year of highschool and will be attending Penn state in the Fall semester for aerospace engineering, i've never been too great at math at least i feel im not where i want to be, but im prepared to study and get tutors to ensure that im capable for my degree.

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Rhys Nov 28, 2025 505 views

What qualifications do businesses looking for mechanical engineers emphasize or look for when conducting a job search?

Hi, I'm a high school senior planning on majoring in mechanical engineering next year. What qualifications do businesses looking for mechanical engineers emphasize or look for when conducting a job search?

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Kevin Nov 21, 2025 801 views

How good is mechanical engineering in college?

I am currently a senior going to OU for their mechanical engineering. I would like to know more about this major from someone who took this course or has a job in it.

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Xander Nov 14, 2025 1004 views

Any mechanic free to answer these?

Question 1: Can you walk me through your diagnostic process when a customer describes an issue? Question 2: How do you prioritize repairs when you discover multiple issues on a vehicle? Question 3: Tell me about a difficult repair you’ve handled. What made it challenging, and how did you...

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Braylen Dec 10, 2025 854 views

What's the #1 most powerful thing about starting a career in engineering that guarantees a young adult will always have a valuable job and get to work on the coolest stuff?

What's the #1 most powerful thing about starting a career in engineering that guarantees a young adult will always have a valuable job and get to work on the coolest stuff?

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Owen Nov 24, 2025 243 views

If I want to be an engineer in a third world country, would mechanical engineering be a practical option?

I want to go to a third world country to serve a community. I love engineering and math, but I like multiple types of engineering such as: Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer.

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Fredi Nov 21, 2025 577 views

What is the hardest part of pursuing an engineering career at University of California campus?

I am currently a Senior, taking AP Physics 2 and Calculus but am not sure what to expect from pursuing this career.

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Lila Nov 21, 2025 650 views

What are helpful time management tips I can use when I go to college to balance schoolwork, sports, and a social life?

I will be attending college next fall. I am definitely going to join the track team, and there’s a chance I will also be on the volleyball team. I am also planning on being an engineer, so classes will be a bit challenging. I am hopeful to find new friends and acquaintances as well as...

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Shamari Nov 20, 2025 498 views

How does an engineer gain more experience with projects on their own and what do recruiters look for on your resume specifically?

I am currently a freshman in college just trying to get started looking for internships now, I go to the University of Miami, but I have no experience related to engineering besides classes that I'm taking.

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Alexander Nov 20, 2025 426 views

What can I do to get a higher chance at the scholarships that I have applied for so that I can have a better chance of paying for college so I can continue my education ?

I am going to be an engineering major and a psychology minor, specifically in sports, with athletes dealing with severe head trauma. I am also not Pell Grant eligible, so some scholarships I can't even apply for.

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Akshaj Raj Nov 17, 2025 308 views

What will I be looking at 8-10 years after graduation from business and mechanical engineering?

I am a prospective high school senior planning on dual majoring into mechanical engineering and business administration. I want to try to climb the corporate ladder using my mechanicall engineering degree and I just don't know what to expect.