Written by:
Birju Galaiya
In this blog I will explore the career paths a
Mechanical Engineering Student can follow once they have finished their degree.
Apart from the degree the University offers you, they support you in every possible
way they can to perhaps help you find a part-time job, build your skills or
apply for a graduate scheme.
When it comes to the tests and interviews most
companies now have, it is important for you to be prepared for them thoroughly
to increase your chances of success in a competitive job market. The Careers
Service frequently carries out mock tests and interviews which you can use to
prepare yourself. I have taken few of these tests and I can say that they build
up your confidence and give you hints about what you need to put more effort
in.
Once you graduate, you have to apply for a job.
Without much industrial experience this becomes much harder and for that reason
many students now try supplement their studies with real industry work
experiences such as a summer internship and a year out in industry. The
university makes it a bit easier for you as they advertise many internship
opportunities available for students rather than you having to search online
(hassle!). Every semester, the university hosts a careers fair for all types of
courses (not only engineering) where employers come into campus and advertise
their vacancies. These fairs are important as you not only make good contacts
with the recruiters but you can ask them whether the job would suit you or any
other job related queries. These fairs are really popular and the number of
students that turn up for them is incredible.
Recently, the Careers Service introduced a mentoring
scheme where current students are put in contact with Alumni in industry. I
just finished this scheme and having a former student talk to you about how you
can develop your career is really helpful especially because they have been in
your shoes so they can advise you on what you can do.
I hope I have not scared you guys by talking about
your future careers but it’s a worth a thought. The University has been very
supportive in this regards and has made it much easier for students like me to
explore their potential. If you want to know more about a career in Mechanical
Engineering, please feel free to ask me. J
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