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In this episode, I answer a question about some effective ways to study. Like many students (including myself), studying can be a chore. I remember my lack of attention in class and my poor performance on exams always correlated to my studying habits. Thankfully, by junior year of my mechanical engineering degree, I developed some effective studying habits to carry me through exams and graduation....

In this episode, I tap into r/EngineeringStudents and address a user's post. This specific post is about a student who is struggling with their classes and is getting little support from their family. For more information, check out worksleeve.com

Engineering school was one hell of a ride. I am very fortunate and appreciative of the opportunities that my education has given me. However, if I was to redo engineering school, there are three things I would do differently. In this episode, I share three things that I would redo in engineering school: study computer science, participate in professional organizations, and take more risk.   For mo...

In this episode, I dive answer 3 questions by students who are considering/studying engineering which will be a biweekly series entitled My $0.02. r/EngineeringStudents is a subreddit community on Reddit and it is a space for students who are interested in or are currently pursuing engineering to ask questions and get help on Resumes, career advice, and anything related to engineering. This online...

Applying for a job does not stop at the resume. Many job applications require a submitted cover letter in order to be considered for the position. Similar to the resume, cover letters should be no more than one page in length and should concise and straight to the point. In this episode, I walkthrough a cover letter from top to bottom and show you how can write an effective cover letter that peopl...

Interviews are stressful. As an engineering student, you may run into a situation where you are expected to answer technical questions during an interview. I mean, isn't a normal interview stressful enough? In this episode, I share three tips on how you prepare for these technical interviews: understand basic concepts/equations, research interview questions, and think out loud.   For more informat...

Have you ever felt like you're constantly frustrated when job hunting? You may be forgetting these THREE things. In this episode, I discuss three things that you should consider when searching for an entry level job.  

When I went to my first career fair, I was terrified. I was terrified of the amount of people and was sweating profusely. However, I was mostly terrified of speaking to recruiters. Have you been in this situation? In this episode, I give 4 tips on how you can impress recruiters at the career fair and get you one step closer to that internship or entry level job.   For more information, check out w...

For those that get the opportunity or are considering about doing a co-op, one thing to remember is that co-ops are unique experiences! I had the pleasure of doing an engineering co-op in 2015 and as I reflect on it now, it was definitely one of the best experiences I've ever had. Although there was many challenges during my 7 month term, I believe the real world experience I received was a great...

So you've land an interview but don't know where to start. You may feel overwhelmed, confused, nervous, or just plain excited. In this episode, I share 5 tips and strategies on how you can prepare for the big interview. It doesn't matter if the interview is for an internship, co op, or entry level job. This episode will guide you on essential preparation techniques on how to prepare for the interv...

Have you ever felt like a fraud? The reality of imposter syndrome is that it exist in many individuals from all walks of life. Unless an individual possesses infinite confidence or is able to remove themselves from social anxiety, people often deal with imposter syndrome for the majority of their life. This syndrome is not unique to a certain type of demographic but rather it is prevalent in stude...

As college tuition seem to increase year after year, many students across the country have to work a part time job in order to receive a higher education. Student may often find themselves exhausted from managing such a heavy work load and some student even drop out because of the stress. When I was studying for my bachelors, I had to juggle the stress from school and also working a part time job....

As we welcome a new year, many people put together a list of new year resolutions. Although it is great to have goals, new year resolutions sometimes can be overwhelming - especially if you have a long list of unachievable goals. For 2019, Id like to challenge students to set only one goal for their new year's resolution and that is to develop a routine. Specifically, treat your school schedule li...

As technology begins to advance exponentially, many industries are now implementing and reaping the benefits of augmented reality. Imagine working as a technician and having access to a plethora of information by simply looking at a piece of equipment. In this episode, I discuss the how augmented reality can be utilized in process industries and the benefits this technology can introduce such as e...

Many students do not take the time to establish a relationship with their professors. But did you know that professors can do much more than teach lectures and grade exams? In this episode, I discuss how professors can help students succeed in university and obtain internships and entry level jobs.  

Many students get blind sighted by the mountains of homework and staying up late at night cramming for exams. Although this hard work will eventually pay off, students should enjoy their time in college and try new things to develop skills such as public speaking, presentations, and networking. Participating in an extracurricular activity can help students achieve these skills and shape them into...

It's near finals week and many students across the world are staying up late and studying their lives away. Although these times may be very stressful, it is worth mentioning that many students share the same frustration during this time of the year. In this episode, I share some tips on how to pass a college course. The purpose of this episode is to provide some insight and some helpful reminders...

The more professional experience you can get on your resume, the better. Now imagine a program that allows you to gain real world experience for more than 3 months. Well such program does exist and its called a Co-op. Did you know that many companies offer co-op programs to students all across the world? In this episode, I share with you my co-op experience when I was studying Mechanical Engineeri...

Many engineering students struggle getting internships and entry level jobs. In this episode, I share 5 tips to improve your engineering resume. These tips will help you land interviews for internships and entry level jobs. Still struggling after using these tips? Don't worry. I am currently working on an in depth workshop that will explain step by step on how to create an effective engineering re...

Career fair day can be very overwhelming. What are you doing to prepare? Do you think you are ready for the big day? In this episode, I give you 5 tips on how to conquer the career fair and impress recruiters. I also mention a special promo I'm running. All you have to do is post on Instagram and tag  #worksleeve . I'll randomly select someone next week to be on the podcast! Consider this a free c...

Many mentors, career coaches, professors, and even parents always have advice to give when it comes to obtaining success. Most of the time, it seems like they provide a very easy check list to follow with great enthusiasm and positivity. In this episode, I talk about failure - a topic that is often avoided. While in engineering school, I faced many obstacles and pushback. It wasn't until recently...

Have you ever wondered how engineering affects society? In this episode, I have an in depth conversation with Michael Iverson about topics including: ephemeralization, climate change, sociology, and so much more. Michael Iverson is a political activist from Sioux Falls, SD. Michael is an Anarchist that’s interested in social and political grassroots movements. His favorite video game is Destiny an...

  Have you ever heard of application engineering? In this episode, I break down what application engineers do, discuss their salary range, and explain which majors are qualified for application engineering jobs. For more information, check out worksleeve.com worksleeve Podcast application engineering STEM engineer

Are you an International student and are struggling with getting real world experience? In this episode, I discuss the power of networking with my special guest Youssef M. Youssef is from Egypt and is currently finishing up his graduate program in Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M. Through his experiences, he has discovered many tips and tricks for international students to get internships a...

The decision of going to college can be very stressful. Deciding which college major is right for you can be outright stressful. For many of us, we are often influenced to pursue a college degree by the recommendations of our parents and teachers. In this episode, I give you THREE suggestions on how to decide on a college major. I also share my experiences and what I've learned after completing my...