Rosamargarita Mendoza asked Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Added Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:38 PM Do you have any tips on how to effectively showcase my skills in internship applications? Hi Julia, I hope you're doing great! As a civil engineering student with a big passion for sustainability and eco-friendly practices, I'm on the lookout for an internship to dive deeper into the field. I'd love to hear your thoughts on what specific skills or experiences you think are most valuable for someone like me, who wants to make a positive impact in sustainable construction. Also, do you have any tips on how to effectively showcase these skills in my internship ... Answers 0
Rishi Nana Added Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 11:31 PM Is civil/ structural engineering underpaid? I'm passionate about structural engineering, especially designing houses, and I want to get my PE and GC license to start my own firm. However, I'm worried about the salary since many sources say civil/structural engineers are paid less than other engineers. Is this true? If so, what can I do to increase my earning potential in this field? Are there specific skills, certifications, or career paths that lead to higher pay? Thanks for your advice! Answers 0
EngineerGirl Team Added Friday, April 26, 2024 at 3:11 PM Should I try to become an engineer even if I don't excel in math and science? I'm a female high school student who really loves things such as cars, motorcycles and planes but I didn't grow up with an aptitude for math like most people. I would give up easily in my math classes and take shortcuts. I can understand the principles behind it and appreciate how structural math is, but I can't apply it myself. I am ... Answers 15 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:35 AM Absolutely! I was a lot like you when I was in high school. I was never great at math. I understood the concepts but when it came to apply it, I would always get lost. Then I was then diagnosed with dyscalculia my freshman year of college. Many students ...
Aria Added Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 4:03 PM Can I become an engineer when experiencing self-doubt? I'm starting to take engineering classes in college (one is specifically hands on building) and while others around me seem to understand exactly how components go together, how electrical systems work, and envision things perfectly from a basic description, I struggle to see and understand. I know engineering takes time and practice, but I'm also worried that because my mind doesn't work like others' maybe I'm not cut out to be an engineer and I'm just deluding myself into the profession ... Answers 2 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 9:19 AM Don't give up! I personally struggled a lot through my degree because my brain doesn't work like others. I have ADHD and dyscalculia and it was hard watching my peers naturally "get" things that I wasn't. With that said the fact that your brain works ...
haya Added Sunday, July 2, 2023 at 7:56 PM Do electrical engineers work on space and innovation? Do electrical engineers work on space and innovation? I have always wondered what engineer branch would work with innovations (designing new devices or developing devices) as well as having to work with space and rockets? lastly, i would love any advice since i am still in high school. thank you :) Answers 2 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:50 AM I graduated with civil engineering however three of my closest friends currently work at NASA, SpaceX, and Northrup Grumman working on space related projects (rockets, satellites, etc.). There are many different avenues you can take if you want to work ...
Trenedy Brown-Player Added Friday, June 9, 2023 at 8:44 AM What jobs could I do to help get me into the civil engineering field? I'm 21 years old and currently working as a part-time cashier. I have struggled to get back into school due to financial issues and owning tuition for college. I have tried everything and nothing has worked out and I really want to pursue this career. Answers 2 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 9:12 AM What aspect of civil engineering interests you? I went the typical route of getting a civil engineering degree and now work in construction management. However, I know quite a few people in the industry that had very different routes. If you like the ...
Crystal Asiaw Added Monday, December 26, 2022 at 8:35 PM How do civil/environmental engineers help with global warming and climate change? Answers 2 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:56 AM I am currently working in Contruction management with my civil engineering degree, and we frequently build LEED and Envision certified buildings. These buildings become certified by making sustainable choices. If you choose to go into construction, you ...
Jeremiah Marcos Added Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 3:46 AM thinking about majoring in civil engineering I have a general idea of what a civil engineer does. Before you majored in civil engineering, did you know a lot about what they do? Answers 3 Julia Lopez, Turner Construction Answered Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 8:43 AM I had no idea what civil engineering was. I went to college as an engineer but hadn't declared which engineering major I wanted to do. I kind of just ended up falling into the major and I love it. There are SO many amazing career paths you can go down in ...