Other Student Resources

Careers in Engineering

A variety of publications provide information about different careers in engineering, the potential for future hiring in these career areas, and the availability of graduate studies in the various disciplines associated with engineering.

The following resources provide helpful information about careers in engineering.

Chico State Career Center(opens in new window) - CSU, Chico majors - what can I do with this major?
ASCE(opens in new window) - Career information specific to civil engineering, including information for younger students (before college).
Occupational Outlook Handbook (opens in new window)- Descriptions, trends, salary ranges by discipline, from the U. S. Department of Labor.
The Princeton Review(opens in new window) - Overviews of disciplines and colleges.
Best of the Web(opens in new window) - A variety of information related to technical fields, including civil engineering.

Fundamentals of Engineering Exam

The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, also known as the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) exam, is a statewide examination that is the first step in professional licensure for engineers. Most civil engineering majors take the exam prior to graduation, usually during their junior year.

Student may apply to take the examination through the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying®(opens in new window).