Well, summer is finally here–time to relax, kick your feet up, and catch up on some video games, right? Maybe not–or maybe just in moderation. What puts a lot of engineering job candidates over the edge these days is not what they majored in or their grades, but instead what they did in their free time. Taking on a personal summer project related to your field of study is a great way to branch out, learn something new, and show that you are passionate about your field!
This article from eetimes.com is a little dated (from way back in 2016, y’all!) and is geared toward electrical engineers–but it has some cool ideas of things you can do in your off-time to put you ahead of the curve when it comes to school next year, and, eventually, getting your dream job! Use these just as jumping-off points and let your imagination soar! Read it here.
Tips include: Remember to socialize; learn all that you can, even if you won’t ever use it; don’t limit yourself to learning engineering–and a big one–If you’re not having fun, you’re in the wrong place!
All of it is good life advice, with a smattering of professional advice sprinkled in. Read more here.
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Well, summer is finally here–time to relax, kick your feet up, and catch up on some video games, right? Maybe not–or maybe just in moderation. What puts a lot of engineering job candidates over the edge these days is not what they majored in or their grades, but instead what they did in their free time. Taking on a personal summer project related to your field of study is a great way to branch out, learn something new, and show that you are passionate about your field!
