This is for you girls. Are you about to go to college and thinking about Civil Engineering? Do you like the idea of building and designing structures and interiors? That is great, but wait... Are you still in doubt?
It is a fact that the engineering world is dominated by men. Also, many people may say that this field is not for you, because of the construction site challenges or the extra hours needed for the job. Guess what? They are wrong. Scroll down and find out why.
Nowadays many big companies are looking for young women engineers, like you, for training and further management positions. Let’s agree, we can do wonders with multitasking.
Here are 5 reasons why you should study Civil Engineering
1. You are the key they miss
Women are still seen as the ‘fragile gender’ by many people. Although it is important to point out that we have already proven to be capable of doing much more than they expected. Even better, we are able to do many things at the same time with great quality. We also contribute to the team in many perspectives, from organisation to personal care. Or like Dr. Patricia D Galloway, CEO of Pegasus Global Holdings, said:
“It is not just about gender diversity, but the fact that women offer and contribute to the team from different perspectives. Thus making the team stronger and better posed to completing the project on time and on budget”.
2. It is one of the best paid jobs in the world
Civil Engineering is one of the best paid professions worldwide. Unfortunately, about a third of civil engineers are in fact women. Together we can change that!
3. Women are opportunity experts
As sensitive beings, women can spot when something is going on. We have the ability of finding all possible opportunities and give them life by adopting our ideas. Glenn Llopsis, a contributor to the Forbes magazine says that he keeps witnessing women being much more strategic, focused and with their eyes on the prize. "They are not easily distracted and don't get their egos in the way."
4. Women are natural givers
We may have a soft heart, but we are always thinking about tomorrow. By helping others and following our causes we set achievable goals and consciously lead innovation. Did you know that the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge was completed thanks to the "first field woman engineer"? Emily Warren Roebling took over her husband Washington Roebling's responsibilities as chief engineer, including day-to-day supervision and project management, and saw out the finalisation of the bridge with great dedication.
5. You should do what you love (and want) to do
Doesn’t matter if it is difficult or what people think about it. If that is what you would like to do you should go for it. The key for success is to be persistent.
Need some more convincing? Check out why these female students choose to study Civil Engineering.
"All the professors are very open-minded and always ready to help"
Read the full storyWhy do you want to study Civil Engineering? Why not at HZ University of Applied Sciences: Where students matter.
