I do not wish to put a damper on your dreams. But, there are a few things I’d like to share with you while you are still an engineering student. Things I wish someone would have shared with me. Perhaps there are others, but for now, I want to talk about three common engineering misconceptions students believe.
You try to diligently read job descriptions word for word only to be left feeling confused. Job postings can be so vague that they leave you with more questions than answers. “Lead team through processes and collaborate as necessary. Accountable for customer satisfaction. Manage project budget and schedule.” These are all vague and common examples. But, what does that actually mean? What do engineers do?