Emily, Vienna asked Colleen Spiegel, SEMSCIO AddedTuesday, June 10, 2014 at 9:38 PM How is consulting different than a job in a plant? Hi Colleen, I am currently a rising senior at Virginia Tech majoring in ChE. I'm currently looking into what kind of jobs are available to ChE's. How is consulting different than a job in a plant in terms of responsibilities and day to day life? Related to Chemical, Internships & Jobs, Work Environment, Working with People Reset Sort By Default Colleen Spiegel , SEMSCIO Answered Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at 9:52 PM Hello Emily, Are you now working? Consulting definitely allows greater flexibility in day to day life. Best, Colleen