Chemical Engineers Share Insights on Career Opportunities June 28, 2017The biennial salary survey asked chemical engineers about career prospects and employment trends, with varied findings.
How to Find a Great Chemical Engineering Internship April 24, 2017Let’s put the biggest worry of all engineering students to rest: how to get an internship and a job. It seems like this is the question asked most frequently in all engineering...
Law Careers for Chemical Engineers Archived Webinar Mar 4, 2015 Joshua Stowell discusses the different career opportunities that are available to chemical engineers who pursue careers as attorneys. He reviews specialty law fields for chemical engineers as well as the law school experience and the practice of law through the eyes of a chemical engineer.
AIChE Professional Support – Career Services Archived Webinar Feb 23, 2012 Whether you are getting ready to graduate with your chemical engineering degree, you are currently unemployed, or you are looking for a new technical challenge, learn about a number of tools AIChE has designed to support you in your job search.
Job Search Strategies Archived Webinar Oct 5, 2011 Searching for a job is usually a full time job. Job searches can be both voluntary and involuntary but usually involve the investment of a significant amount of time. Professor Wickramasinghe has worked both in industry and at different state universities. In this webinar he describes some of the...
Top 10 Rules to Follow When Dealing With a Headhunter Archived Webinar Jun 8, 2011 A company that is willing to pay for a headhunter is a company that takes hiring seriously, and they understand the need to make the right hire and find the right fit.
How to Get a Job in a Small Company Archived Webinar Jan 20, 2011 This video will give you lessons on how to target small companies, where to network, and what you need to do to be prepared to tackle your job search and interview.
Negotiating for a New Position Archived Webinar Dec 9, 2009 This webinar will interest those wishing to energize their careers moving forward.
Beyond the Resume: An Inside Look for Students at What Recruiters Really Think Archived Webinar May 19, 2009 This presentation is chockfull of tips and strategies for college students applying for internships or making the leap into the career world. Participants will learn how to make their resume a stand-out marketing tool, the power of networking and how to tackle interviews with confidence. In...
Job Hunting Strategies Archived Webinar Sep 9, 2008 Searching for a job can be frustrating and time consuming. Finding the ideal job depends on your situation, geographical preferences, personality, and many other things. It is of utmost importance that you become aware of your value to a potential employer. Further, it is important to continually...
Symposia Chair Invites You to 32nd Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) International Conference March 10, 2017I recently caught up with Russell Ogle, Symposia Chair for the 32nd Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) International Conference . What is your background in process safety...
Three Ways Undergraduates Can Prepare for Job Hunting January 17, 2017If having no experience is keeping you from getting experience, use these three tips to break the cycle and land the job or internship you want.
Download AIChEvents App for Latest Annual Meeting Updates November 7, 2016The AIChEvent App is now available for download through the App Store and Google Play by searching for "AIChE Events".
Session Co-Chair Invites You to Faculty Candidates Poster Session October 31, 2016One of the most popular sessions for Annual Meeting attendees is our Faculty Candidates Poster Session, developed by co-chair Roman Voronov. Here's my recent interview with him...
Annual Meeting Chair Invites You to Meet the Presidents October 19, 2016I recently caught up with Christine M. Hrenya , PhD, professor of chemical and biological engineering at University of Colorado at Boulder, and associate editor at AIChE Journal,...
Annual Meeting Program Co-Chair Invites You to the 3D Printing Technical Session October 18, 2016With AIChE's Annual Meeting soon under way, I spoke with Dr. Lin Li , senior staff research engineer at Chevron Energy Technology Company in Richmond, CA, and Annual Meeting...
A New Norm for the PhD Workforce? November 20, 2015Increasing number of young professionals pursuing PhDs far outstrips the number of tenure-track faculty positions available, making an academic career the exception today rather...
Connect with Chemical Engineers in Your Area February 11, 2016Sure, AIChE conferences are a great place to other engineers and catch up on the latest in your field, but what about all those times between conferneces?. For all those times in...
New Resource Site for Faculty Candidates March 8, 2016Are you a faculty candidate? Are you going to be looking for a position in academia in the coming months or years? Professor Roman Voronov has been working on a blog “A Faculty...
What to Ask During an Interview — And What Questions to Avoid March 21, 2016So you've worried about the questions you'll be asked, but how about the questions you should have for the interviewer? Read on for advice for chemical engineers.
Find Your Next Job at AIChE’s Spring Virtual Career Fair on April 9th March 6, 2015Are you looking for a new job or your first job? AIChE is holding a Virtual Career Fair on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 between 12 and 4pm EST. Network, connect and explore career...
Get Back on Your Feet After a Layoff September 20, 2016You thought it would never happen to you. You are a hard-working chemical engineer fulfilling your career goals. The next thing you know, you’re called into a meeting with your...
Attend AIChE Virtual Career Fair Today! September 10, 2015Join us online today for the AIChE Career Fair. Registration is quick and easy!
Is a Nontraditional ChemE Career for You? September 15, 2015A chemical engineering degree makes you more than ready for a wide variety of careers, including those that are usually considered nontraditional.
Upstream Conference PresentationSouthwest Process Technology ConferenceOctober 10, 2014Come hear experienced engineers in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC); upstream; chemical plant operations; and manufacturing...
Career Corner: Brush Up on Your Interview Skills June2016Career CornerLoraine KasprzakAre you considering changing jobs? You may think that with an updated resumé and rehearsed answers to standard questions such as “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” you are ready to interview for that next opportunity. Not so fast. Today,...
Interviewing Tips, "A Day in the Life of a Chemical Engineer" Conference PresentationSouthwest Process Technology ConferenceOctober 10, 2014Come hear experienced engineers in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC); upstream; chemical plant operations; and manufacturing...
Consulting/HSE Conference PresentationSouthwest Process Technology ConferenceOctober 10, 2014Come hear experienced engineers in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC); upstream; chemical plant operations; and manufacturing...
Engineering & Construction 101 Conference PresentationSouthwest Process Technology ConferenceOctober 10, 2014Come hear experienced engineers in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC); upstream; chemical plant operations; and manufacturing...
Downstream Conference PresentationSouthwest Process Technology ConferenceOctober 10, 2014Come hear experienced engineers in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC); upstream; chemical plant operations; and manufacturing...
Petroleum Industry's Need for Chemical Engineering Talent Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingNovember 4, 2013
Career Corner: Ace Your Skype or Phone Interview December2015Career CornerLoraine KasprzakIf you are interviewing for a new job, there is a good chance that at least your first interview will be conducted by phone or using online videoconferencing software, such as Skype. These methods are both convenient and cost-effective for the...
AIChE 2005 Employment & Salary Survey Results: How Competitive Is Your Compensation? August2005Career CatalystRita D'Aquino In 2005, the reported median salary of $92,150 is up 3.9% from last year. Chemical engineering salaries are also slightly ahead of their collective engineering peers, and furthermore, starting-salary offers are at an all-time high of $54,256. This...
2011 AIChE Salary Survey June2011Career CatalystChemical engineering salaries have remained stable over the last two years at a median of $110,000. Average starting salaries are nearly $66,900. This expanded version of the article that appeared in print provides the detailed survey results.
2007 AIChE Employment & Salary Survey: Riding a Positive Wave to Higher Income August2007Career CatalystKristine ChinChemical engineering salaries continue to move on an upward trend. In 2007, chemical engineers broke the $100K barrier — reporting a median salary of $103,730, up 12.6% from two years ago.
2009 AIChE Salary Survey August2009Career CatalystChemical engineering salaries are up 7% from two years ago, to a median of $110,950. Furthermore, average starting salaries have risen to over $65,000.
The Reference Process Demystified January2010Career CatalystLisa L. WalkerThe people you identify as references in your job search act as your ambassadors to a potential employer. Choosing references who can paint a clear picture of your strengths and potential can be a decisive advantage in your employment campaign.
Be a Better Bargainer July2002Career CatalystRobert W. Bly Follow these pointers to succeed in win-win negotiations.
Successfully Navigate the Negotiation Process February2010Career CatalystLisa L. WalkerEmployment negotiations begin even before a job offer is extended. Having a clear plan of action, and an understanding of your objectives and those of your employer, will help you make the most of this important process. <br>
Managing Your Job Search July2003Career CatalystElizabeth FeehanThe key to effective job search is organization. Follow this plan to keep you campaign on track and keep track of your campaign.
It’s a Gift: Make the Most of Holiday Job-Searching December2010Career CatalystDavid MadisonIt is a common misconception that the November–December holiday season is an unproductive time for job-hunting. Smart job seekers take advantage of the unusual opportunities that the season brings — to position themselves for holiday job-search...
Marketing Your Professional Expertise to Attorneys December2003Career CatalystRosalie HamiltonWhen you see an expert testify in a legal case on TV and think I could do that, you may be right. Here's what you need to know to become a litigation support consultant.
Use LinkedIn to Advance Your Career March2012Career CatalystLoraine KasprzakLinkedIn - the social media tool most often used by professionals - allows you to establish an online presence, connect with others, and find business and job opportunities.
Working with Job Search Consultants and Recruiters October2009Career CatalystLisa L. WalkerSearch firms and executive recruiters can be powerful allies in a competitive employment environment.This article puts their role in context and provides guidelines on how to work effectively with them.
Recruit for Retention April2004Career CatalystPartick RopellaThe most successful employee-retention programs begin with recruiting and hiring the individual who best matches the position and best fits into the company's culture.
Ace the Interview November2009Career CatalystLisa L. WalkerFew situations can be more anxiety-provoking than a job interview. Although the skills required for a successful interview may not come naturally, they can be honed — with practice, introspection, and informed preparation.
Ace Those Difficult Interview Questions December2004Career CatalystKate Wendleton This strategic approach to interviewing will help you handle difficult questions with ease and success.
Assessing Competency During the Hiring Process December2009Career CatalystLisa L. WalkerInterviews and references provide insight into what a job candidate has accomplished. Competency assessment helps the employer ascertain how an individual will actually think and behave on the job. <br> <br>