Unemployed engineering graduate seeking advice
Hello,
I graduated with a bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from Ryerson University back in June 2016. I majored in power systems. Ever since graduation I am having trouble finding an engineering job related to my field (OPG, Bruce power, Hydro One etc). I do not any have relevant work experience (i.e co-op) and so it is very tough for me to convince employers to hire me. I have tried applying to entry level software engineering jobs (there are plenty) and have been successful to land few interviews. However, i had noticed that the other candidates were always far older and more experienced than me each time. I am seeking advice from an experienced engineer who could perhaps guide me in the right direction. Is it better to improve my credentials by taking a few college courses in PLC and AutoCad? How about project management or electrical estimation? I don't want to steer away from pursuing a career in or relating to electrical engineering. What are your thoughts? Will college courses or college certificate help me? Thank you in advance.
I graduated with a bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from Ryerson University back in June 2016. I majored in power systems. Ever since graduation I am having trouble finding an engineering job related to my field (OPG, Bruce power, Hydro One etc). I do not any have relevant work experience (i.e co-op) and so it is very tough for me to convince employers to hire me. I have tried applying to entry level software engineering jobs (there are plenty) and have been successful to land few interviews. However, i had noticed that the other candidates were always far older and more experienced than me each time. I am seeking advice from an experienced engineer who could perhaps guide me in the right direction. Is it better to improve my credentials by taking a few college courses in PLC and AutoCad? How about project management or electrical estimation? I don't want to steer away from pursuing a career in or relating to electrical engineering. What are your thoughts? Will college courses or college certificate help me? Thank you in advance.