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Engineering

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Engineering

Engineers use their creativity and technical skills to provide solutions for a wide range of real-world problems. There are many different engineering disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil and environmental engineering. Types of engineering jobs include civil engineers, aerospace engineers and chemical engineers. 

Career Options

    • Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists
    • Industrial Engineers
    • Marine Engineers and Naval Architects
    • Mechanical Engineers
    • Petroleum Engineers
    • Robotics Engineers
    • Wind Energy Engineers
    • Photonics Engineers
    • Manufacturing Engineers
    • Mechatronics Engineers
    • Nano systems Engineers
    • Validation Engineers
    • Microsystems Engineers
    • Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers
    • Nuclear Engineers
  • Active listening
  • Complex problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Graphics or photo imaging software
  • Industrial control software
  • Object or component-oriented development software
  • Presentation software
  • Program testing software
  • Project management software
  • Reading comprehension
  • Science
  • Spreadsheet software
  • Web platform development software
  • Writing

Get Involved!

A professional organization/association is a group that seeks to further the interests of professionals within a particular field. Professional organizations typically provide professional development, networking, and leadership opportunities for their members. Getting involved can often be great for career growth and advancement. The professional organizations listed below are most appropriate for students interested in occupations related to Engineering.

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Jumpstarting Your Career Action Plan: Changing Careers

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Jul

Experiential Learning: You are Worthy of a Paid Internship

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