Engineering
Are you driven to figure out how things work? Do you dream of building robots, developing renewable energy sources, or being on the forefront of AI research? An engineering degree will prepare you for careers in all kinds of fields that impact the future.
With more than two dozen degrees available from OSU's College of Engineering, graduates go on to careers in computer science, civil engineering, mechatronics, aerospace, industrial automation, nuclear engineering, and research in all levels of industry, government and academia.
What can I do with my Engineering degree?
Use the What Can I Do With This Major? tool (produced by a partner university) to search though common career paths, types of employers that hire in the field, and strategies to maximize your job opportunities.
After your degree, what's your next move? Use the My Next Move tool, based on data from the U.S. Department of Labor, to get info on potential career paths, job openings, and salaries.
Get Engineering Career Help
Get help from a COE Career Assistant
Johnson Hall 124
Meet with a Career Assistant for:
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resume & cover letter reviews
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job & internship search questions
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interview prep sessions
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career fair preparation
COE Career Development Center Drop-In Advising Hours
Times listed are PST (Corvallis campus time)
Get help from your College of Engineering career advisor
Make an appointment with Erich White, COE career advisor.
Make an in-person or virtual appointment via Beaver Hub
(Not sure how to make appointments in Beaver Hub? Check out this video.)
Johnson Hall 124
Meet with Erich for:
- career exploration & advice
- applying to graduate school
- networking and interview skills
- resume, CV and cover letter reviews
- salary negotiation
- other career questions
What should my Engineering resume look like?
Resumes for STEM fields can follow many formats. A traditional, chronological resume highlights your education and work experience, starting with the most recent.
If you're transitioning careers, re-entering the workforce after a break, or want to highlight skills you've gathered in diverse areas of your life, consider a functional resume.
Scientific or academic positions often require a curriculum vitae (CV), which is a comprehensive record of your academic achievements. Learn about creating a CV.
Applying for jobs in state or federal government? Government resumes follow specific formatting. Learn how to write an effective government resume.
Sample Resumes
See sample resumes from engineering, computer science, and technology fields.
See sample CVs from a variety of academic fields.
More career resources for Engineering students
Interviews, networking & resume tips
Note: to access the following LinkedIn Learning playlists, first log into LinkedIn Learning as an OSU student
Resume tips
Engineering Spotlights
See how students in the College of Engineering are turning their dreams into reality and finding success beyond OSU.
Oregon State engineering students: you have a team of peer advisors and a professional career coach here to help you land jobs and internships. Meet Erich, your College of Engineering career advisor.