Insights from Experts

Experts tackle some of the most important questions for students who might be interested in pursuing an education or career in engineering. If you want to explore whether engineering is right for you, or are looking for information on how to get started, you've come to the right place. Want even more? You can also visit the ask an expert archive.

Search Insights from Experts Keyword: What is an engineer? Dreamer. Innovator. Researcher. Problem Solver. Inventor. Creator. All are terms that aptly describe the characteristics of an engineer. View Insight   What can I do with an engineering degree? Anything you want. An engineering degree can provide you with access to any field, any profession, any industry or any career you might be interested in pursuing. View Insight   What areas of engineering are in most demand? With engineering being a part of nearly all aspects of today’s modern world, innovative thinkers who can solve problems will always be in demand, regardless of the specific discipline they studied in school. View Insight   How do engineers make a difference in their communities? In the world? Think about the world around you: airplanes, automobiles, electricity, cell phones, medications…even a bottle of water – everything man-made has been designed by someone. View Insight   What are some international opportunities as an engineer? There are opportunities to travel to other countries on projects and even in some cases relocating from your home country to another location where the company you work for is doing business. View Insight   What skills do I need to develop to become an effective engineer? Engineering is dynamic so it needs people who can work across disciplines, with others, and continually adapt to new challenges. Good technical skills are of course also essential. View Insight   I am OK at math but it’s not my favorite subject, is engineering for me? Engineering is more than just math! View Insight   Is engineering a career for women? There is nothing inherent in engineering that precludes women from enjoying a successful career in the discipline. View Insight   How might I go about choosing a good university? The most important thing to remember about choosing a good university is not choosing the best university in terms of reputation, but rather the best university in terms of the engineering education it will provide to you. View Insight   Can degrees be transferred across countries? Ensuring that your degree program is accredited by an internationally recognized body is the best thing you can do if you are planning on transferring your degree to another country to work. View Insight   How will I know if engineering is right for me? Understanding what an engineer is and what the profession is about is the first step in answering the question, “Is it right for me?” View Insight