I’m guessing the frustration is building. If you graduated in May with your engineering degree and still haven’t received and accepted an offer, then you’ve likely been looking for at least 5 months with no luck. Without knowing all the ins & outs of your exact situation, I can’t tell you what is wrong or . . . click to continue reading
Networking
4 things to AVOID during your engineering internship/job search
As you move along in your job/internship search, here are four things that you should make sure to AVOID as you move along with this process. Adding these to the 5 items I mentioned in my prior article to keep in mind during your search will hopefully lead you to multiple options and allow you . . . click to continue reading
5 Items to be mindful of during your engineering internship search
With the holiday season and New Years in the rear view mirror, it’s time to focus on your summer internship. Before we get to my tips, I want to address a common question I receive from younger engineers. . . Do I absolutely NEED an internship? No, but having one will be give you hands . . . click to continue reading
New engineering job overwhelming you? 5 tips to improve guidance from senior engineers
Frustration and Imposter Syndrome . . . The transition from engineering school to industry can be frustrating. In engineering school, the parameters of a problem are often well defined. This allows you to grab the variables and apply the applicable formula(s) to get the answer. In contrast, once you get out into industry, not only . . . click to continue reading
Frustrated in your job search? Even so, here’s why you SHOULDN’T ask for one directly.
Networking for a job means asking people if they have one for you . . . RIGHT? Well, yes, but also no. Of course, the reason you’re reaching out to your network during your job search is in the hopes that they are able to offer you a job or at least pass your resume . . . click to continue reading
Networking DOES NOT guarantee a job but here’s why you NEED to do it
There seems to be a misconception about the power of networking and how far it can take you. With few exceptions, a network connection DOES NOT mean a guaranteed job offer. It’s not a magic wand that can be waved and result in you starting your new job on Monday. Understanding this is important for . . . click to continue reading