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How can I better prepare myself for the questions that are likely to be asked in my first interview and start building a repertoire of eligibility requirements for the engineering field, especially catering towards robotics/mechanical engineering?
I am a part of an FRC team (we recently went to the World Championship :)
I am a junior in high school
I am a part of a VEX team where we made it to states.
I would love to pursue a career in engineering, especially relating to mechanical or robotics design.
What is a average day for a Mechanical Engineer like?
Just some information of how someone in the field would do on daily basis.
How hard is it to find a Engineering job straight out of College/University ?
How hard will it be to get a Engineering Job after College/ University after 4 years ?
What do Mechanical Engineers do in their job and how does the planning process go to create something ?
How long do Mechanical Engineers take to create a plan to create an object or etc. ?
How much schooling would you have to do for an average job in Mechanical Engineering.
I'm just curious on how much I would need to take, so if it doesn't take too long to get a higher level in the field that'd be great?
What is it like seeing a car you've designed being both tested and then in the future, sold and driven?
Is it a feeling of excitement or rather a feeling of worry that something could go wrong in the car then you're to blame? #automotive #mechanical-engineering #cars
What courses should I take?
I am going to college two years early and I now know what I want to major in. I want to major in Mechanical Engineering and minor or double major in Music. But, I don’t know which courses I should take to meet my high school graduation requirement and follow the career pathway of each major....
Do I need my PE for the manufacturing industry?
As a junior mechanical engineering student interested in the manufacturing industry, do I need my PE for this industry? I plan on taking my FE exam during my senior year and I'm just curious. Thank you! #mechanical #electro-mechanical #mechanical-or-industrial-engineering...
When should I apply for a job when graduation is close?
As a mechanical engineering student, or just a student in general, whose going to graduate a year from now, I'd like to know, when is the best time to apply for jobs? Before graduation? #college-job ##college #college-jobs #after-college #after-college #after-graduation #after #careers #career...
How can I become a manufacturing engineer with a mechanical engineering degree?
Hi, I'm currently a junior level mechanical engineering student with an interest in manufacturing because I've been reading a few magazines about it (Automation World, Pro Food World, etc if anyone's familiar) but I'm still trying to figure out the skills and education that I need for the...
How can I make friends in college?
I'm moving to a new place and I won't know anyone. What can I do to make new friends and companions? #friends #college
What if your dream job doesn't turn out to be a dream?
I am in my second year of college, and I still don't know what career path I would like to go down. I have several things that I am passionate about (music, animals, art, psychology, public relations, etc.), but I am worried that if I choose one, it will be the wrong one. I'm afraid of entering...
When is the optimum time to declare a major?
How do you know that you're not rushing into anything and might end up picking something that you'll regret later? Is it really that big a deal for you to change your major and spend a little extra time in college? I feel like it's possible to not get your major choice completely right the...
I’m leaving home for college in August, and am worried about making friends, fitting in, doing well in school, and surviving on my own. What should I focus on and prioritize?
I want to start college on the right foot. #college-advice #college-bound
Which will be more important in the next 10 years: business or engineering?
I aspire to study both business and engineering when I go to college, but I am at a crossroads as to which to focus more heavily on. Should I find a five year program where I receive a Bachelors of Science and my MBA? #business #engineering #buildingandselling
What study tips do you have for a busy person?
Need Some Study Tips Busy Life
#momlife #personal-development #organization-management #studying-tips
What are benefits or the pros and cons of taking one of the ACT or the SAT tests over the other?
Curious which one may hold more benefits and if I was only able to take one which would be recommended. I currently plan on taking both.
#testing #sat #act
How can I stop being nervous about applying for college?
I’ve been looking at colleges for a while now, and thinking about how close it’s getting to having to submit applications worries me. The process of applications and thinking will I ever be accepted? #Anxious #college-applications #college-admissions #college
how many years does iof college does it take to become a journalist?
I want to be a journalist.This topic intrigues me because i love to learn alot about my community and let the whole world know about it!#journalism
How to Become A Journalist?
As a high school junior, I've been thinking more and more about what I want to be when I grow up, and automatically, I knew that I wanted to do something with English. After looking at some of the careers and professions, I came across journalism and think it's great for me! However, one...
I want to become a guitarist
where can i get the best free guitar lessons? #music #guitar #music-producer #music-industry #guitarist
How do I improve my guitar skills?
There are certain artists I look up to (#JimiHendrix, #TheWho, #TheDoors, #TheBeatles, etc.) that have certain techniques in their playing. Whether it's musical knowledge or just their natural ability on the instrument, these guys differ from everyone else. I already mimic them when I...
When are the best times to schedule college classes?
I'm a senior in high school and I've heard that it's not a good idea to take 8:00 A.M. classes in college. Is this true? If so, why and what are the best times to schedule classes to help me stay focused. I would really appreciate personal experiences and the guidance! #career #careers...
I've already taken the SAT-- do I still need to take the ACT?
I've taken the SAT twice, and my scores have already gotten me into my dream college with a scholarship. Is it still necessary or helpful for me to take an ACT?
#SAT #ACT #questionscholarship
Must your previous volunteer positions be relevant to job application?
Are employers interested in the type of volunteering you? By this I mean, do employers want people that have volunteered in activities that are directly relevant or related to the jobs they are applying for? (specifically jobs in business/management)Or can any volunteer experience help when...
what is the importance for the SAT?
Because I'm not really good in English so I need to understand why? #exam
What can I do to increase my GPA ?
I been having problems with my GPA I barely have enough to graduate , I want to get in a good college so I need more. #pupete
Passion or Conventionality?
I am conflicted on what I should do in college. I have a strong background in creative writing, and it's something that I've always been good at. I like to write but I don't see myself pursuing writing as a long-term career. I have recently found a passion in music, but it's something I am...
Should I decide my college based on swimming or academics?
Many schools are offering athletic scholarship but those schools don't have the best academic programs #college-athletics #college-selection #swimming #college-advice #college
Is it worth it to have a perfect GPA?
I am able to sustain perfect grades only when I am sacrificing all my time and patience. It is very exhausting. How can I make my GPA work for me?
#college
#hard-work
#gpa
#depression
In the nonprofit sector, does a candidate need to have a degree in a foreign language or is it enough to be fluent in the language?
I am nearing fluency in Spanish and want to know if I should major/minor in the language. #nonprofit #foreign-languages
Am I more appealing to potential companies and organizations if I graduate with honors?
#honors #graduation
Does the college you go to for mechanical engineering affect you in future job employment?
#engineering #mechanical-engineering
Can someone who stutters, be successful as a mechanical engineer?
I always wanted to be a mechanical engineer but, I am scared my speech disability might get in my way.#mechanical-engineering
How many internships would you suggested during my college years?
#mechanical-engineering
Hey so I'm wondering what classes you need to take to become an mechanical engineer.
Well I've been wanting to peruse in this career and I want to know what I need to studie to become a good engineer. #mechanical-engineering
I'm currently a Biology, Wildlife&Conservation Science, and Film major. Should I switch to engineering, computers, or something along those lines?
I'm currently a Biology, Wildlife&Conservation Science, and Film major. I'm mildly regretting not majoring in computer science, engineering, or something along those lines, but I'm already a junior. I'm performing poorly in my classes lately...I'm a smart person, I've just been unmotivated and...
How can one decide which Mechanical Engineering job is best suited for him/her?
I took an auto-cad class last semester which got me interested in designing and modeling, but I'm also interested in mechanical aspect of the field which is working hands-on. So how would I go about choosing which field is better suited for me. #mechanical-engineering #information-technology...
What jobs are offered in the field of Mechanical Engineering?
I am interested in the field of Mechanical Engineering but I'm not familiar with what jobs are offered. I would really appreciate any information that could help me explore further into this field. #engineering #mechanical-engineering
Does it matter what degree I get to be a product designer (BID, BDes, BA, BS, etc.)?
I'd like to pursue product design as a major in college and I can't really find any substantial information how it influences potential employers or the extremity of the differences between them. I'm interested in industrial design for consumer products (and UI/UX, but that's a different...
How important is including voluntary activities in one's resume?
I am an Electrical Engineering graduate student. I wonder if, in such a technical field as mine, adding voluntary activities such as working for X charity and the like can have any impact on the recruiter's decision to hire me. #mechanical-engineering #human-resources #civil-engineering...
What schools are good for mechanical engineering?
I want to know what schools are good. #college #engineering #college-major #mechanical-engineering
What qualifications do I need to become an Engineer?
Interested in becoming an engineer. #engineering #mechanical-engineering
As a engineering major how difficult is college?
I would like to know what I'm getting myself into by being a engineering major. #engineering #mechanical-engineering
How difficult is it to find a job as a engineer straight out of college
High school senior going to four year college for engineering thinking of job security #engineering #mechanical-engineering
How to make a good first impression during a job interview?
I am an engineering student that is searching for an internship those days. #business #mechanical-engineering #business-management #civil-engineering #electrical-engineering #chemical-engineering #administration #industrial-engineering #job-application
For an undergrad freshmen students, how can they get internships in their related fields. Is it possible to get internship in the first year without any experience or broad knowledge?
I am an engineering student who want to make career in aeronautical engineering. I want to make my base strong and know as much as i can but the problem is i don't have much knowledge in this field. Also, i have heard we can get experience and practical knowledge from internships....
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?...