Engineering What Are the Job Opportunities for Nuclear Engineers?

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The discussion revolves around a university student majoring in nuclear engineering in Vietnam, expressing concerns about job prospects due to the absence of a nuclear electric company in the country. The student plans to work abroad or with foreign companies in Vietnam that utilize nuclear applications. Participants highlight the challenges of finding jobs in the field, especially with only a bachelor's degree, and suggest pursuing advanced degrees like a Master's or PhD in Europe or the USA to enhance job opportunities. Additionally, they note that international regulations regarding nuclear power can complicate employment prospects for foreign nationals.
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I'm a student in university, my major is nuclear engineering, energy and nuclear electric. But in my country, nuclear electric company isn't build. I'm afraid that no jobs when I graduate. Besides working in company, what is the jobs for nuclear engineer?
Thank you
 
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Just curious, but why are you studying nuclear engineering when there isn't any nuclear engineering going on in your country? Are you planning to emigrate?
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
What country are we talking about?
I'm from Vietnam.
analogdesign said:
Just curious, but why are you studying nuclear engineering when there isn't any nuclear engineering going on in your country? Are you planning to emigrate?
My plan is working in foreign country. Or working in a foreign company in Vietnam that use nuclear application.
 
Keep in mind that many countries have special regulations in terms of anything related to nuclear power and foreign contacts/citizenships. Being from Vietnam is certainly better than being from Iran for example, but some jobs can have very strict rules in that aspect.
 
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I think it will be very difficult to get jobs in other countries when you get your BS simply due to supply and demand. If you want to continue to pursue your dream of becoming a nuclear engineer, I would highly recommend you consider getting an MS or PhD in Europe or the USA.
 
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analogdesign said:
I think it will be very difficult to get jobs in other countries when you get your BS simply due to supply and demand. If you want to continue to pursue your dream of becoming a nuclear engineer, I would highly recommend you consider getting an MS or PhD in Europe or the USA.
Thank you.
 

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