Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science

How To Develop The 10 Soft Skills You Need To Get Ahead In Your Career

It can be so easy to assume that the skills you need to advance in a job can only be taught in school. But in reality, the technical knowledge you need for your everyday career is only a small portion …

By Kelli Delfosse
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4 Tips for Building Relationships Through Informational Interviews

Informational interviews are treasure troves of information. What you collect from these types of networking meetings—in which you build relationships with people at the organizations you want to join—can provide you with insights that can help you improve your resume, cover …

By Kelli Delfosse
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5 Best Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview

Employers are constantly looking for candidates with a clear understanding of what they want in their careers. And one of the best ways in which employers assess this during an interview is through questions candidates ask at the end. This is …

By Kelli Delfosse
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Advice from the WashU Career Center: Interviewing Resources

Most interviews are currently happening over phone or video. It may be tempting to prep the same way you would for traditional, in-person interviews. Indeed, some of the content of the conversation may be similar. However, it’s critical to consider …

By Kelli Delfosse
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How to Pitch Your Value in Interviews

In interviews, one of the most important things you need to do is persuasively communicate how you can add value—to the company and to the specific team. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to do this, largely because it’s hard to know …

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McKelvey Engineering Professional Development Stipend

In an effort to provide an equitable opportunity for students to make professional connections, stay current with developments and advancements in …

WashU CNX

WashU CNX is a mentor-focused online community where you can build connections with fellow students, alumni, and friends of the university …