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How should I decide/dedicate my time as an aspiring mechanical engineer?

I have enough free time to be working on any skills related to mechanical engineering. Should I leave behind any extra-curricular that are unimportant to this?

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Cory’s Answer

Only stop doing things that you think are a waste of time. However you cannot measure everything against getting your education.

I spent years being very dedicated to my craft and education. I am very good at what I do and paid very well. But I didn’t get here only being good at engineering. The best employees are well rounded from life. For example most established businesses won’t hire 20 year olds to manage personnel and it’s not that they can’t but just usually don’t have the life experience to make them relatable to people or wise to the work.


Some hobbies may not align to engineering but are good for our wellness and being. Good luck.
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john’s Answer

If you are aspiring to become an engineer, spend your time taking courses, even outside of school, in woodworking, small engine repair, working in an internship at a company that builds or repairs equipment. Depending on where you live you could look for a company nearby that builds something, like cars or appliances and ask to intern or even just job shadow someone for a week or longer. Pick up a hobby such as building wood model sailboats or planes or maybe even buy blueprints to build a small sail boat or even a canoe. It will give you mind exercise in figuring things out, looking ahead and paying attention to details as you mold an build something.
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Stacey’s Answer

Absolutely do not stop doing extracurriculars even if not directly affiliated with Mechanical Engineering. For hiring new people, my company likes to see not only good grades, but see that someone can still do things that they love outside of just school work. It shows that you can comfortable handle a work-life balance. I personally was in the marching band and an engineering sorority in addition to other school interests. I made some of my best college memories through that. Don't take on more than you can handle, but do not be afraid to get involved in what your campus has to offer.
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