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William Vvuko

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Rhys Nov 28, 2025 504 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.

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Yanic Dec 07, 2025 3156 views

How can I gain the skills and mentorship needed to start an AutoCAD/SolidWorks training institute in my home country (Africa) Cameroon?

Dear CareerVillage community, I want to start a training center that teaches AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and other 2D/3D CAD design software because there is a growing need for these skills in my home country My challenge is that I currently lack advanced CAD skills, and I also don’t have a mentor...

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Josiah Nov 11, 2025 1151 views

Which country in Africa has the poorest infrastructure and is in a stable state political so that help would be beneficial ?

I am planning on going into civil engineering. I am hoping to use my engineering skills to assist the citizens in a politically stable country in Africa by building bridges, roads, dams, drinking water systems, etc. as an outreach method.  Also, is there a specific concentration of civil...

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Stephanie Nov 14, 2025 1174 views

What are some jobs that use math a good amount within the engineering field?

Hello, I like math lots, but programming not so much. I was wondering if there were any jobs within the engineering industry that use math a decent amount. Any ideas are useful… Just not really sure what I want to do with my life. Also some soft/hard skills that would be needed for the job...

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Wyatt Nov 21, 2025 884 views

What are some good ways to up my chances of landing a job in mechanical engineering directly post-graduation?

I'm on track to graduate spring 2029 and would like to begin building up a resume now so I can secure a career in the future.

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Audrey Nov 20, 2025 588 views

How important is the type of Engineering?

I have been looking into engineering, particularly chemical, but my top school has a very strong mechanical program. How different are types of engineering?

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Owen Nov 18, 2025 595 views

What is the best way to stand out?

I want to become an engineer for Rolls Royce but, being such a large company, what is the best way to mark myself for success? I know that I can pursue this dream, but how should I let companies and employers know that I can? I appreciate any help. Thanks!

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Scully Dec 01, 2025 737 views

What motivates people to continue pursuing engineering despite the difficult coursework and career ahead in the future?

I'm currently in my sophomore year of civil engineering, and I'm feeling burnt out. How do people deal with this feeling, and what mindset can help me push through?

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Quinn Dec 01, 2025 619 views

How do I obtain work experience that is relevant and useful for a mechanical engineering job?

I'm planning to get a degree in mechanical engineering but don't know how to get experience so I can find jobs after college

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Dominick Nov 13, 2025 547 views

What can I be doing over the summer to further help my academic goals in engineering and college as a whole ?

Internships, College Prep

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Grant Nov 30, 2025 564 views

What to expect going into biomedical engineering?

What should I expect going into college for biomedical engineering, and what are some tips you have to get me going on the right track to be the best student and engineer I can?

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Keanu Nov 22, 2025 806 views

What does it take to be a successful Chemical Engineer?

I plan on attending a 4-year college and major in Chemical Engineering. However, I do not know many people who are Chemical Engineers or who have gone into that field. I would like to know what type of effort, skill, or maybe luck that it takes to become one.

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Owen Dec 01, 2025 507 views

Being a first generation collage student, what is the most effective path to becoming a successful mechanical engineer today should I prioritize internships or early industry certifications?

I’m planning to study mechanical engineering and I want to make sure I’m taking the right steps early. I’m open to advice on skills, software, projects, networking, or anything you wish you had known when you started. Thank you.

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Oscar Nov 29, 2025 821 views

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

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William Nov 30, 2025 877 views

What major should I choose for a career in robotics Mechanical or Electrical Engineering??

After college, I'd like to pursue robotics to create new ways to reduce humans' negative impact on the environment. I'm interested in both mechanical and electrical engineering, but I don't know which one would be best for this. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

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Tyler Nov 28, 2025 553 views

What can I do in college to help get a career quickly after graduation?

I’m hoping to go to Purdue for mechanical engineering. Are there specific internships or other activities that will help me get into the field soon after graduation?

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Tawina Nov 29, 2025 959 views

What study techniques must a college student acquire in order to succeed in advance math or science classes?

I'm a student at a community college pursuing an engineering associate's degree. Recently, I've been struggling with classes that involve complex math or science concepts. Examples of such classes are multivariable calculus and general physics with calculus. Also, I’m a slower learner, and it...

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Johnny Nov 29, 2025 713 views

How will I know if mechanical engineering is the right career for me and what opportunities come with mechanical engineering?

- 12th grade
- Aspire to be an engineer
- I want to get at least a bachelor's degree in engineering

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Josiah Nov 18, 2025 302 views

What will my mindset need to look like in order to be thankful for the work that I'm able to provide as an engineer without feeling like I'm becoming stagnant in what I do? #Fall25

I'm a sophomore studying electrical engineering and I'm just curious what the dynamic looks like between being confident in your work and wanting to outgrow your position or climb the so called "ladder."

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Fernando Nov 17, 2025 400 views

How do you balance personal fulfillment with your definition of success?

As a freshman in the Grainger College of Engineering at UIUC, I’m thinking about how to navigate an increasingly competitive career landscape. How can I pursue professional success while also staying aligned with my personal goals and sense of fulfillment? Can anyone share some thoughtful advice?

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Roman Nov 11, 2025 526 views

As an engineer, what do you typically look for in a position or a company when job searching??

I am a 2/4 mechanical engineering major at Stevens Institute of Technology, and now im looking for internships or jobs to gain more experience.