UNU-CRIS will provide Reflections at the Event on Transforming Engineering Education Learning Hub

Session 6: Charting future career paths   25 November  15:00 - 16:30 GMT / 10:00 - 11:30 ET

https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1754576756323COEZZFUPY7 

Context

As engineering roles evolve, this session will examine emerging career pathways that align with the demands of sustainable development. It will highlight opportunities across sectors and the role of education in equipping graduates for careers that navigate both technical and social, environmental, and ethical challenges. The discussion will focus on preparing students for careers that may span multiple sectors or involve working in complex, uncertain environments. It will also explore the types of learning experiences that can support this shift. 

Nidhi will also reflect on the evolving landscape of engineering careers amid the imperatives of sustainable development. How the traditional linear pathways are giving way to more dynamic, cross-sectoral career trajectories for engineers. The integration of social, environmental, and ethical challenges into engineering roles reflects the complex realities graduates will face, requiring adaptive mindsets and multidisciplinary competencies.

The session’s attention to preparing students for navigating uncertainty and complexity is especially pertinent, as it fosters resilience and systems thinking as key capabilities. Furthermore, highlighting the role of education in equipping engineers not just with technical skills but also with a broader understanding of sustainability underscores an essential paradigm shift. Learning experiences that embed real-world, cross-sectoral challenges will be crucial to cultivating professionals capable of driving holistic and inclusive solutions for climate and development goals.

UNU CRIS is grateful to the International Coalition for Sustainable Infrastructure (sustainability-coalition.org) for the opportunity to contribute to this forward-looking vision, where engineering education is no longer siloed but deeply interconnected with societal needs, positioning graduates to lead transformative change across varied and evolving career paths.

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