Career within Engineering Analysing

In summary, the individual has recently graduated from Aeronautical Engineering and has been offered a graduate scheme as an Analyst Engineer in a large transport management company. They are curious about the long-term prospects of this role and whether there are opportunities to branch out into different areas within engineering. It is noted that analyst jobs are typically desk jobs, but with a large organization, there may be opportunities to branch out. Additionally, if the role involves travel and interaction with various individuals, there may be opportunities in that aspect as well. Ultimately, the individual's success and advancement will depend on their own efforts and connections rather than waiting for opportunities to be offered to them.
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I've recently graduated from studying Aeronautical Engineering and been offered a great graduate scheme for a large transport management company as an Analyst Engineer which I'm chuffed about.

My question is however, what sort of prospects can this offer me in the long run? And what other fields can I branch into? (Would it mean staying as an analyst or would I be sought after within different areas within engineering?)

Thanks in advance,
Chris.
 
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Typically, I see analyst jobs as being desk jobs. However, if the organization is large, your opportunities to branch out elsewhere are pretty good.

Also, if a job involves a lot of travel and visiting with lots of people, you may find opportunities that way.

In the long run, your opportunities for advancement depend upon YOU and your contacts. Do not wait for people to offer you positions. Figure out what jobs interest you, earn the qualifications and then go do them.
 

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