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THE FUTURE. The Future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades… What next?????. Projects. Mgmt. Projects. Mgmt. Professor. Research Lab. Sales. Training. Where are you likely to go?. Industry Academia/Research Government. MS/Ph.D. Once I’m There…. On - The - Job Training
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THE FUTURE The Future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades… What next?????
Projects Mgmt Projects Mgmt Professor Research Lab Sales Training Where are you likely to go? Industry Academia/Research Government MS/Ph.D.
Once I’m There… On - The - Job Training Staying Current Progressing along Career Path Professional License ? Graduate Training ?
On - The - Job Training • Basics in School • Specifics on the job • New technologies/equipment/procedures I: 3 mos - 1 yr Training program; Senior engr. A: Graduate classes G: Partnered with a Senior engr.
Staying Current • Professional Societies: • Papers • Magazines • Journals • Conferences (Societies, usually) • Seminars: In house Societies • Short Courses: In house Societies I: Training sems, prof. memberships, courses, conferences A: Conferences, seminars, papers, Societies G: Conferences, Societies, seminars, courses
Progressing Along Career Path • Define your Career Path • Observe those who are on that path • What do you need to progress? • Key committees, High Visibility Projects • Maintain up-to-date resume • Professional License? • Graduate Degree? I: Mentor - or identify 1-3 people to observe A: Earn degree(s), Publish, Committees G: Mentor, etc.
Professional License Who needs one? Should you get one? FE Examination is a graduation requirement I: Required more and more A: Was rare, however, more states are requiring G: Not as common, could be useful credential
Graduate Degree(s) Specialized Training Research labs usually require at least one Potential career paths I: May be necessary for your career path A: Ph.D. required for teaching G: May be useful for your career path
Resume Basics • Name and contact information • Objective • Education • Experience • Computer Skills • Memberships and Affiliations • Achievements and Awards • References (Available on request)
THE FUTURE The Future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades… Be Prepared!!!