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SusanofO -> RE: Professional Engineers- Questions! (10/2/2007 6:53:23 AM)
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Can you do an internship somewhere, or did you, that gains you practical work experience in your field? I'd think most employers would love to see that. Many universities have internship programs these days, no matter what your major is. *Note: I am not an Engineer, but my husband was an Engineer, and quite a successful one.
What Archer said about getting your P.E. designation is very apt. I'd investigate how to get that done. Also, if you can join any professional organizations for those in your field at this point, I'd do that as well - even if you are some kind of provisional or "junior" member. Any college organizations you joined like this would be good to include as well (clubs or societies related to Engineering).
On your resume' , IMO, I'd emphasize your grades, goals and passions about working in your field, any extra-curricular activities or part-time work that may relate (in a major way) to your proposed field of endeavor, and especially - how you will be able to help and-or be valuable to an employer.
IMO, some people under-estimate the value to an employer of "little" things, like dependability, and the ability to work without constant supervision (still being able to be a "team player" when necessary), and also to be thorough, and see a project through to the end and really know what it means to do a complete job (after you know what their "guidelines" are, of course, for completing a project).
Because, even if you have a college degree and are seeking (eventually) some kind of supervisory position - qualities like these can mean a lot to a potential employer. Having been in the real work world for a few years, I can say you might be surprised how many "educated" people still don't know (apparently) what attributes such as these really mean - or practice them.
Good luck.
- Susan
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