»Engineering Job Search Resources

Whether you are seeking an internship, landing your first job or looking to advance your career, Fowler’s Career Services Center is here to support you. 

You can find resources and tips below, and feel free to reach out to us anytime for additional support!

Fowler School of Engineering job boards and search resources

Below are just a few online resources that are available to you as a Fowler student:

• Parker Dewey micro-internships for engineering students:  short-term, paid professional projects that provide hands-on experience, skill development, and valuable industry insights.
• Fowler School of Engineering’s LinkedIn group is updated with resources for engineering students, current job postings, internships and networking events, and expert advice on different branches of engineering.
• Fowler School of Engineering’s Facebook group is where you can find the latest career updates from alumni and students and access to career advancement opportunities.
• Fowler’s faculty  are amazing mentors who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Feel free to reach out via email or stop by their office for advice or even just to chat about your career goals.

You can also access more centralized resources on the Chapman Career Center’s Jobs and Internships page. 

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Key components of job searching and applying

Before beginning your job search, you can set yourself up for success by booking an appointment with Samuel Lee, manager of Fowler’s Career Services.

Additionally, consider the following components that will lead you to professional success:

Creating a career portfolio

To land an engineering job, you must be able to accurately market yourself and your skills. We recommend doing this through a detailed portfolio that includes your:

• Short biography: a summary of your education, strengths, and previous recognitions, if any.
• Experience: include your engineering experience from coursework, internships, or volunteering opportunities.
• Technical skills: highlight your technical skills using your past completed projects.
• Overview of non-technical skills: potential employers are also interested in your non-technical skills. These many include teamwork, communication, a positive attitude, flexibility, etc.

Make sure toregularly update your portfolio online, especially on LinkedIn, and keep in mind that prospective employers may also request documentation to support your application.

 

Interviewing

While interviewing for engineering positions can be intimidating, you can excel with some planning and practice.

All Chapman students can meet with the Career and Professional Development  Office to practice through mock interviews.

Visit the Interviewing Resources page for tips, preparation strategies, and helpful tools available to you as a Chapman student.

 

Networking

Throughout your academic career, you'll have many opportunities to network and build relationships with professionals and faculty, so don’t hesitate to ask questions!

In fact, about 85% of jobs are filled through networking. That means that various opportunities are obtained based on the people we know and the professionals we connect with. Therefore, we encourage you to maintain a contact list of the industry professionals and expert faculty you come across, as they may be able to assist you in your job search endeavors.

For more information about networking, visit the Networking page on Chapman’s Career and Professional Development website.