Tips for Entry
Read publications such as Mechanical Engineering (https://www.asme.org/membership/membership-benefits/mechanical-engineering-magazine) to learn more about the field.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings and training information:
- https://jobsearch.asme.org
- https://www.nicet.org/training
- https://www.nspe.org/resources/career-center/job-board/job-board
- https://careers.swe.org
Become certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies to show employers that you have met the highest standards established by your industry.
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