#CivilEngineering #Surveying #CareerAdvice
Do you feel like Civil Engineering and Surveying are often overlooked when it comes to career discussions? 🤔 Let’s shed some light on why these professions deserve more recognition:
💡 With a 4-year degree, you can secure a job in Civil Engineering or Surveying
💡 Professional licensure (PE or PLS) after gaining experience is key for career advancement
💡 The demand for infrastructure professionals is on the rise due to years of underinvestment
💡 The aging workforce in these fields means opportunities for younger professionals to step in
So, what’s the solution to bridging the gap and making the most of these underrated careers? Consider these steps:
🌟 Pursue internships or entry-level positions to gain hands-on experience
🌟 Network with professionals in the field to learn from their expertise
🌟 Stay updated on industry trends and advancements to stay competitive
Let’s start a discussion on how we can elevate the status of Civil Engineering and Surveying in the career landscape! 💪🏼🏗️🌐
Had trouble getting into urban planning with a bachlors. Was actually considering civil engineering next instead.
IF, people can get through the math and physics.
I am entering my final year of Civil Engineering at Purdue. I can say with certainty that it is a fantastic field with a wealth of opportunity. Strangely enough my favorite part of it is that some focus areas avoid some of stuffy professionalism of other branches. Probably lending to how much time is spent in the field. That said, the same issues plague it that make engineering a nightmare in its own right. The schooling is hard, and I mean harder than anything you imagine it will be. There is also some toxic norms relating to mental health that have made themselves apparent to me. People in this field seem overwhelmed with stress and often make concerning comments regarding they way they feel and it is often shrugged off as “Toughen up, it’s engineering, we all go through it in some way.” That said, this field is necessary, and in some ways, gives you a sense of importance. Civil Engineering is absolutely needed to keep society at large functioning, and being in the field makes you a part of an important job. I’d recommend it, but I’d advise anyone who is interested to seriously study the path they will take.
You can do well surveying and there’s a pretty big demand in major cities. My buddy does commercial/residential for new suburbs and offices. Fun job where you’re on your feet and driving to new places a lot too. Good hybrid of in office and on the road, without really travelling too far.