A Added Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 4:48 PM Can I still become a mechanical 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 took shortcuts. I can understand the principles behind it and appreciate how structural math is, but I can't apply it myself. I am graduating in a few months, and I want to enter mechanical engineering (as I have a huge interest in engines and mechanical systems) but I'm not sure I can handle ... Answers 0
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Ellie, Seattle asked Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Added Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 10:55 PM how much of the standard schooling actually shows up on the job? I know that this section is for questions, but I want to let you know how inspiring your story is to me, managing school, work AND motherhood- INCREDIBLE! I am friends with some of the engineers at Morrison Hershfield and they have spoken so highly of your company on many occasions. I am working on my second degree and am currently taking math and physics prerequisites for engineering. I have a wide variety of interests in visual arts, sustainability and design, so I am hoping to discover a ... Answers 1 Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Answered Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 10:55 PM Thank you very much for the note! My children are all grown up now with careers of their own so I can appreciate what you are going through trying to decide what is next for you. As far as a career in Engineering and what HVAC Design is all about in ...
Pam Added Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 5:05 AM closest major to manufacturing engineering Hello! My country doesn't have universities offering a degree in manufacturing engineering, so what is the closest engineering major to manufacturing? Answers 1 Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Answered Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 5:05 AM The closest Engineering to Manufacturing Engineering is Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Panchanit, Bangkok Added Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 6:21 AM I lack in machinery skills, what can I do to gain experience? Hi, I'm an a 18 years old who desperately want to be an engineer. However, I do not have any man-machine skills at all. I'm surrounded by girls, so there' isn't alot chances for me to do so. I would like you to recommend me some activities what could help me improve or build engineering skills? Answers 1 Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Answered Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 6:21 AM Science and math skills are critical for engineering so keep up on these skills in school. Do you like solving problems? This is a critical skillset to have as an engineer. Researching and finding answers to creative practical challenges is what ...
Chelsea, Marrero asked Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Added Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 9:41 PM What are companies looking for in a resume? Hello, My name is Chelsea, and I'm in my last semester of school to finally become a mechanical engineer. This summer I am trying to obtain an internship and I have a resume typed up, but my confidence to go out there and find something is not there. I really want an internship to gain experience and build my confidence. But it seems like Ill never get an internship. I don't have such a great GPA and that doesn't help my confidence either. Any pointers? What are companies mainly looking for ... Answers 1 Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Answered Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 9:41 PM Even if your GPA is not strong, your degree offers a very desirable skill. I personally did NOT have the opportunity to participate in an internship because I was always working at jobs to maximize my pay in order to put myself through school and not ...
Lindsey, Knoxville asked Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Added Saturday, June 14, 2014 at 11:21 AM Career opportunities for newly graduated ME students I loved your story here! Especially your dedication to sustainable engineering- something I'm very interested in. I was wondering- does Rushing Co have any career opportunities for newly graduated ME students? Lindsey Answers 1 Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Answered Saturday, June 14, 2014 at 11:21 AM Lindsey, yes, we are always looking for new talent! I would like you to send me your resume.
dew, philadelphia asked Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Added Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 7:48 AM Want to be an Engineer but Received Bad Grades in Math and Physics Hello, I am very curious about everything around me- planes in particular. Therefore, i have decided to get a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering and a masters in aeronautical engineering. That being said, i feel very nervous because i happen to be very bad at math and physics. I mean i'm taking ap calc ab and ap physics right now, and i'm not getting the best grades (which is pretty much the case for alot of people in my classes). I however feel that this could be a reflection of what ... Answers 2 Rae Anne Rushing, Rushing Company Answered Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 7:48 AM If you truly have a passion for planes and mechanical engineering, then I suggest that you continue your path and NOT let your perceived weakness in math and physics hold you back. You should get extra tutoring NOW. This is the time to discover how you ...