Tenzin, Auckland AddedSunday, January 3, 2016 at 10:54 PM Would I have just as equal opportunities as men when I am older? Hello! I am quite interested in civil engineering. I read a lot about how young women are highly sought in engineering but I was wondering what about when i get old? In 40's or 50's ? Would I have just as equal opportunities as men? Thank you :) Related to Civil, Opportunities/Challenges for Women Reset Sort By Default Answered Sunday, January 3, 2016 at 10:54 PM Answer from Rebecca Goldberg Hi Tenzin, Thank you for the question. Women have equal opportunities today. There's no inherent issue being a woman in engineering today, and it does not matter how old you are. If you think you may want to become an engineer, then pursue that. But please don't base this decision just because for the time being, someone thinks we need a magical percentage of women in the field for us to be "equal"! You should pursue engineering if that's your real passion and if your skills include things like a good attitude, a good work ethic, math, logic, and creativity. Your value is in your mind - NOT in the fact that you're a girl. Thank you for writing! Good luck to you! -Rebecca