In the engineering industry, networking, connecting and lifelong learning are essential skills. In order to broaden your skills as an engineer, consider digging into what resources are available for you. Below is a list of five killer resources every engineer should know about:
1. Engineering.com
Engineering.com is the perfect place to access free tools, a large search library and directories useful for engineers of all disciplines. Engineering.com also features a job board where people can both apply for jobs and post about available positions. Additionally, engineering.com recently launched Electronics Design — a site that covers industry news and commentary on the industry.
2. LinkedIn
Although LinkedIn is not specifically an engineering site, it has a lot to offer when it comes to job outlook. By creating an appealing LinkedIn profile, you will be more marketable to employers in your field. With LinkedIn groups, you have the opportunity to join professional groups that share articles and advice.
3. The Engineering Exchange
The Engineering Exchange is a global engineering community designed for networking. Through this site, anyone can have access to join forums, read blog posts and seek out additional resources. When you join this site, you can connect with thousands of other professionals in the industry.
4. Twitter
Are you under the impression that engineers don’t have to be active on Twitter? Think again. Twitter is the perfect place to access news relevant to the industry and share information about your latest projects. If you are new to Twitter, be sure to follow industry leaders and influencers to get inspiration and to learn what is trending.
5. Engineering for Change
Engineering for Change is a global resource aimed to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. If you want to get involved in the humanitarian side of engineering, this is the perfect resource for you. You could help develop a solution to help underprivileged people around the world.
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dedicated to the business and the advocacy interest of engineers in private practice.