I'm 22 and need to choose a Career/Major

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I'm not happy working my job tight now, so it's time to invest into my future. What interests me so far is Industrial engeneering and Computer Information Systems, but the thought of calc,physics,chem is really scaring me. I don't want the easy way out, but what are some major where it will open lots of doors for a young 20 ish year old? Right now I'm at a brain dead job making 40k...help please?
 
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Can't put your future in the hands of strangers man.

Obviously engineering will make you qualified for a variety of positions that tend to pay well even at entry-level, but there's a reason more folks don't do engineering. Discipline and determination are a big part of succeeding in an engineering program, and both are generally rooted in passion for the field. If it's any consolation, engineers are one of the most versatile professionals, so your options to transition into pretty much any industry is there, provided you're driven and do well (academically and professionally)

Don't let the coursework dissuade ii if you're truly passionate about it. If not, steer clear since you'll only make yourself miserable by working hard toward a goal you really don't want to achieve.
 
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Fontaine said:
Those classes shouldn't scare you bruh.

They're very interesting
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Science is so fascinating...

My computer classes were boring except for programming....

Data Warehouse, security, networking, mobile development is the way of the future and pays well
 
Engineering. 

The opportunities are endless. I'll be graduating come May with degrees in Mechanical & Nuclear Engineering. 

Most of the employers who attend our career fair are recruiting engineers. And we have one of the biggest, if not THE biggest, career fairs in the country.

You picked two solid choices in Industrial and Computer. Industrial is in demand now and will be for a while because six sigma is and has been the trend in most companies for the last decade or so. Anything computer related and you're set.

Feel free to PM me regarding any questions you may have, especially about the course work if you are worried. What I have found is that it's 20% intellect and 80% hard work. I'm stupid 
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 but I work my butt off. It's not for everyone. Be prepared to only have an hour or two of free time a day. But I'm also able to go out on weekends if I work during the day. It's all time management and self discipline. 
 
Also, a little more on the opportunities engineers have. Very often, companies will recruit engineers for non engineering positions. Because at the end of the day, we're trained to solve problems. For example, my cousin obtained a I E degree from Michigan but now works in marketing making $$$$$$$. 

It is a very very versatile degree. You would be foolish to not even try it to see how it is. 
 
Age does not matter when you get the degree. One of my classmates in Materials Science is 35 or 36 and served in the military until he decided to pursue it. He's got a nice internship now. You can do it, but it is truly up to you to put in the time and commit to finishing what you start. Goes for anything in life really.
 
marmourjr said:
Science is so fascinating...

My computer classes were boring except for programming....

Data Warehouse, security, networking, mobile development is the way of the future and pays well
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I took a programming class and stuff was pretty boring, I can't imagine just editing and making programs all day...but how important is the school yoy graduate from? In colorado there's only one school that offers industrial eng. And it's not thay prestigious...would going out of state and racking up 80k in debt to graduate from a top IE school be reasonable?
 
its hard and inefficient to rely on a degree to get you the job you want. find out what people look for in your dream job and set out to prove that you can do it. showing someone that you can actually do something means a whole lot more than a piece of paper that says you can 
 
Do IT bro. Trust me. You'll love the career, your classes, and your job. Don't let some 2 math class stop you from your dream
 
You're thinking like this at the age of 22 & making 40k. You, my young friend are doing it.
 
I understand what you're going through. I'm only a year older than you and making decent $, but I think the most important lesson I've learned these past few years is:

Don't focus on the money. Play the long-term game and focus on your career.

Happy to help you out with your resume if you shoot it over.
 
first of all, be blessed you're making 40k. think about how many cats are even just dying for a retail job that pays minimum wage.

second... really take a look at your strengths and weakneses. if numbers aren't your thing, maybe look at a different angle and see what about engineering/computer science interests you. and about you being scared of your classes: nothing is gonna come easy. take those fears as challenges. conquer them and it will make you stronger. knowledge reigns supreme.
 
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first of all, be blessed you're making 40k. think about how many cats are even just dying for a retail job that pays minimum wage.

second... really take a look at your strengths and weakneses. if numbers aren't your thing, maybe look at a different angle and see what about engineering/computer science interests you. and about you being scared of your classes: nothing is gonna come easy. take those fears as challenges. conquer them and it will make you stronger. knowledge reigns supreme.
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More so, what are some non eng/computer majors that pay good with lots of possibilities?
 
Man I'm 25 have a 3.9 GPA since I've been back in school a year ago, but I have no passion for the biology major I'm doing. Wish I was young enough that I can pursue passions and if I fail it's not a big deal. But I feel like I don't have any years of my life to mess with anymore :frown:

Wish I spent my early 20s doing that instead of chasing thots and playing video games smh
 
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another thing to consider when pursuing an engineering degree: are you really going to be satisfied with what you are doing going into work for 8 hours (or more) 5 days a week? Money-wise yes you will be fine. No one likes going through the classes, but you will learn a lot about how the world works and how so many things get done efficiently by pursuing an engineering degree.

Industrial Engineering has a lot of interesting concepts in terms of statistical analysis and reducing waste (lean) in manufacturing. But you won't have to be pidgeon-holed into one field of engineering if you want to find another career path that interests you. The degree provides you a chance to tell employers that you are good at numbers and are willing to put in the time to figure out complex problems. Joe Girardi, Manager for the NY Yankees has a IE degree from Northwestern and Tim Cook (Apple CEO) has an IE degree from Auburn.

Ultimately it's your life decision. Everyone will tell you something along the lines of, "Oh pursue this ___ field, I'm ____ it and making ____ money, it was a _____ decision." You got to figure out what you want to do and be open to making new & informed decisions along the way, that's what career means to me.
 
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