Where I am And Where I Go
Had a bit of an epiphany today.
I've been looking for engineering jobs in Colorado, to be nearer my support structure (I lived in the same town, in the same apartment, for over 7 years) and nearer Kendall, where ever she might end up.
I was talking with a friend last night and was reminded of some advice given me shortly before I found my current position: to identify the top ten companies in the area for which I'd like to work and them hammer them until somebody hires me. Turning that idea slightly, I realized I could identify the top ten career paths that would interest & invigorate me then find companies that could help me along that chosen path. I have been interested, for many years, in environmentalism and renewable energy sources. As early as '98 I looked into a Master's program in Free Energy Systems - it was in Australia, but still....
I started a small list today but stopped writing and knew I'd hit on something when I wrote 'environmental policy'. I want to help shape and guide energy policy for our country. This notion gets me really excited. Looking for engineering-type jobs that would allow me transition into drafting policies, I landed back where I've been so many times before: NREL. So. I've identified 7 jobs in Golden, CO that would allow me to begin this journey, and am in the process of applying for them. I think my cover letters might be a bit light, but hopefully they'll notice the enthusiasm and desire to do something I consider meaningful.
Wish me luck.
I've been looking for engineering jobs in Colorado, to be nearer my support structure (I lived in the same town, in the same apartment, for over 7 years) and nearer Kendall, where ever she might end up.
I was talking with a friend last night and was reminded of some advice given me shortly before I found my current position: to identify the top ten companies in the area for which I'd like to work and them hammer them until somebody hires me. Turning that idea slightly, I realized I could identify the top ten career paths that would interest & invigorate me then find companies that could help me along that chosen path. I have been interested, for many years, in environmentalism and renewable energy sources. As early as '98 I looked into a Master's program in Free Energy Systems - it was in Australia, but still....
I started a small list today but stopped writing and knew I'd hit on something when I wrote 'environmental policy'. I want to help shape and guide energy policy for our country. This notion gets me really excited. Looking for engineering-type jobs that would allow me transition into drafting policies, I landed back where I've been so many times before: NREL. So. I've identified 7 jobs in Golden, CO that would allow me to begin this journey, and am in the process of applying for them. I think my cover letters might be a bit light, but hopefully they'll notice the enthusiasm and desire to do something I consider meaningful.
Wish me luck.