Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science

10 Remote Job Interview Questions You’ve Got to Be Ready to Answer

Ask anyone who’s transitioned from working in an office to working from home and they’ll tell you: It’s not the same. While working from home comes with some undeniable luxuries (like no commute and the ability to work in your …

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10 Influential Women in Engineering

One hundred and forty years ago, on February 16, 1880, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers was founded by leading U.S. industrialists, educators, technical journalists, designers, shipbuilders, military engineers, and inventors. All men.

It wasn’t until 1918, when Kate Gleason …

By Kelli Delfosse
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4 Tips for Reapplying to a Company That Rejected You

Rejection is a part of life. You see an attractive potential partner, so you ask that individual out. Sometimes you get a yes, sometimes a no. In high school, maybe you tried out for the school musical or basketball team. …

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3 Questions Never to Ask Your Interviewer—and What to Ask Instead

Inevitably, at the end of any job interview, your interviewer will ask, “So, do you have any questions for me?” And if you’re truly interested in getting the job, you’ll need to respond with more than, “No, I don’t.” Since …

By Kelli Delfosse
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Misfits, Geniuses, and Ringleaders: Why Product Management May Be Perfect for You

This article is for recent graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset who are thinking about what would be the perfect job for them. It’s also for people thinking about moving into product management. I’m going to start with a question. Raise …

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