Need Career Help? Get Advice for Your 2-Year Mechanical Engineering Degree

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A user pursuing a two-year degree in mechanical engineering expresses uncertainty about career options after a personal setback. They humorously mention considering a role as an overqualified mechanic but seek serious advice on career direction. Respondents suggest utilizing the institution's career services for guidance and emphasize that there is ample time to explore various paths before graduation. They also encourage looking into resources that outline potential career options for mechanical engineering graduates, highlighting the broad possibilities available, especially in the U.S.
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I am in the procees of getting a 2 year degree in mechanical egineering, from there I broke my nose on a brick wall as to where I should turn for career advice and find a career. So far, the only career I could fathom is a over qualified mechanic (actually it was a joke) but I'm lost and I need advice or, at least a clue. Many thanks
 
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The institution you are attending should have a careers service, make an appointment with them if you want to make sure you're making the right choice for you as a degree. Which country are you from? There are many options, and don't worry yet! You have plenty of time before graduating, and so have plenty of time to decide what you want to do.

For some general guidance, have a look at:

http://www.prospects.ac.uk/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/Options_with_your_subject/Your_degree_in_mechanical_engineering/Your_skills/p!edcegge
 
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I'm in the U.S, so the possibilites are endless. I'll contact the counsler and check my options
 
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