Qualities of a New Engineering Graduate

Prepared by: P. David Fisher and Diane T. Rover

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We are continuously asking the employers of our students: "What are the qualities that you are looking for in a new engineering graduate?" Here is a composite response developed by the Department of Electrical Engineering's Employer Stakeholder Focus Group:

 
    1. possesses the ability to apply knowledge of mathematics (including statistics), physical science, technology, and engineering;
    2. possesses technical depth in some area of interest to the company;
    3. possesses critical thinking skills;
    4. possesses good communication skills, oral and written; 
    5. possesses an understanding of the value of teaming; 
    6. possesses the ability to adapt to change;  
    7. possesses tenacity;
    8. possesses leadership skills (or leadership potential);
    9. possesses enthusiasm about the field of work;
    10. possesses enthusiasm about working.