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Engineering: Career Exploration Resources

Engineering career resources

Self-Paced Tutorials and Research Guides

Want some more in-depth information about preparing for a job or career? Check out this self-paced Canvas tutorial which includes the following modules:

  • How to Explore Careers Using Library Resources
  • Information Skills for the Workplace

More resources can be found in the Career Research Guide

Career Databases from the Library

Use these databases to search for information about different careers. You can find salary information, job duties and descriptions, education requirements, and more.

The following guides (PDF) provide assistance in getting started with using these databases:

SCC Library Career Books and eBooks

Watch the video, Searching for Career Books and eBooks, for tips on using the library's OneSearch. 

SCC Library Career Books and eBooks

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Navigating the Engineering Organization

This robust guide shows new engineers how to quickly operate and succeed within their new engineering organization. This book provides a building block to help all new engineers make the leap from student to professional and succeed in their new engineering organization.

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Cutting Edge Careers in Engineering

Around the world, engineers are developing the cutting edge technologies and innovative materials of the future. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed along with insights from industry insiders.

Library Database: Ferguson's Career Guidance

Check out the SCC Library Database, Ferguson's Career Guidance Center, to learn more about becoming a transportation engineer and related careers. 

 

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