College Experiences That Helped An Engineer In Training At RockSol Consulting Group Succeed
Aidan's most impactful undergraduate experience was securing an internship, which "is so much more important to me than any class," because it provided invaluable real-world experience that shaped their job search and ultimately led to their current role as an Engineer In Training 1 at RockSol Consulting Group; the internship allowed Aidan to discover their passion for the field and provided a strong foundation for their career.
Internship Experience, Job Search Strategies, Career Exploration, Real-World Experience, Networking
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Aidan McCoy
Engineer In Training 1 (Construction Inspector)
RockSol Consulting Group
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
n/a
Engineering - Civil
Architecture, Construction & Design
Real Estate
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Get an internship after your junior year to gain real-world experience and explore different activities within your field of interest.
2. Internships are more valuable than any class in determining career fit and preferences.
3. Base your job search around experiences and activities from your internship to find a fulfilling career path.
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad to set you up for success in your career?
The biggest thing I did, though it's not strictly school-related, was to put myself in a position to get an internship after my junior year. I believe that's the most important thing you can do.
You'll be working in the real world a lot more than you'll be in college. So, getting an idea of what a field you're interested in is actually like is much more important than any class you can take.
I did my internship and a whole bunch of different activities. One of those activities ended up being pretty much what I based my whole job search around. Two years down the line, I'm still enjoying it.
If I hadn't had that experience, I don't think I would have gone into the field I'm in right now. I wouldn't have known what I liked or disliked. So, putting yourself in the best position to get an internship or any sort of job experience before you graduate is the number one thing I'd recommend to any undergraduate.
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