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Career Planning: Choosing an Industry

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When selecting a career path, one of the important considerations is which industry to work in. In doing so, you should examine how to make the most of your strengths and previous experiences, while also considering your extracurricular interests and fields you are passionate about.

If you've always been interested in space exploration, an engineering position at a major aerospace manufacturer may be right for you. If you are passionate about soccer, you may consider working in the sporting goods industry. While the materials and products they work with may vary from industry to industry, engineers are in demand across almost the entire spectrum of commerce, and that same combination of personal and professional interest can be achieved within many of the key engineering functions.

In the other Industry Series modules, you'll find more information on the roles that engineers play in the following fields:

 
 
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