Engineering Career Exploration Resources
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Engineering Occupations - Occupational Outlook HandbookEngineering occupation profiles from the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Each entry includes job outlook by region, salary ranges, "day in the life" profiles, entry-level credential requirements, and more.
Professional Associations
This is a small sample - find more with a web search for "engineering associations"! Many associations offer discounted student memberships.
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PSPE: Pennsylvania Society for Professional EngineersThe professional engineering association in the state of PA.
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SWE: Society of Women EngineersMultidisciplinary professional association for women in engineering.
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MAES: Latinos in Science and EngineeringAdvances representation of Latino leadership and education in STEM.
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NSBE: National Society of Black EngineersDedicated to increasing the participation of African Americans and other underrepresented minorities in technical fields. Specializing in education and early career development.
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oSTEM: Out in Science, Technology, Engineering and MathematicsEmpowers LGBTQ+ people in STEM to succeed personally, academically, and professionally.
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IEEE: Institute of Electrical and Electronics EngineersA world-renowned professional organization for electrical engineering. Check out services for students, young professionals, and women.
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ASME: American Society of Mechanical EngineersNational association for mechanical engineers - also publishes standards covering piping, fittings, bolts, valves, hoists, cranes, fasteners, and elevators and escalators.
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AEE: Association of Energy EngineersProfessional association for energy and sustainability engineering.
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ASCE: American Society for Civil EngineersThe national association for civil engineers, with services for students and young professionals.
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