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What Are Some Career Paths After a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering? | The Red Pen

What Are Some Career Paths After a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering?

In recent years, we have seen that there is a demand for employees with an engineering background in almost every industry. As a recent engineering graduate, you can take advantage of this need and pursue a master’s programme outside of the conventional engineering master’s options. These specialised master’s degrees will not only help you build …

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How to Get an Internship During College | The Red Pen

How to Get an Internship During College

Spring semester; that time of the year when you’re either cosy with your already secured summer internship or are frantically searching for one under tremendous pressure. I’ve been in both situations, so I know! Internships are a great way to get your foot in the door at a specific organisation, gain professional work experience and …

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Breaking Down the World of Work | The Red Pen

Breaking Down the World of Work

In the 21st-century employment market, companies are demanding skills beyond the three R’s–Reading, wRiting, aRithmetic. In fact, an over-reliance on rote learning and classroom instruction has resulted in an enormous ‘skills gap’ across the globe. “According to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs report, nearly half the subject knowledge learned during the first year …

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Today’s Hottest Computer Science Jobs | The Red Pen

Today’s Hottest Computer Science Jobs

Computer science is a vast field with many attractive and highly lucrative job opportunities. Some roles have recently become popular because employers are demanding qualified employees in larger numbers. Here is an overview of some of the most rewarding and in-demand computer science jobs today. 1) Software engineering: Good software is incredibly hard to write …

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MBA or Master’s: Which One Should You Choose | The Red Pen

MBA or Master’s: Which One Should You Choose

Often times after completing a bachelor’s degree, students are confused about which path to follow. The question arises whether they should get a job right away or pursue higher studies abroad. The former allows them to enter the job market immediately, while the latter gives them the hope of improving their employment opportunities and/or securing …

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