On 30 March, a career guidance meeting between students and recent graduates of the Faculty of Civil Engineering was held at the "Growth Point" educational space of the St Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering. The event was organized with the participation of Sergey Bovteev, Deputy Dean for Career Guidance Counceling, Associate Professor, and PhD of Engineering Sciences.
The graduates discussed their employment prospects after graduation and the beginnings of their careers in the construction industry. Sergey Vladimirovich emphasized the importance of participating in such events, noting that live interaction with graduates provides an opportunity to ask pressing questions and form a clearer picture of their future careers.
The meeting was attended by 2024 graduates of the Department of Geotechnics, majoring in "Construction of Unique Buildings and Structures." They shared their employment experiences, discussed combining study and work, and discussed their first professional achievements.
One of the speakers, Daniil Fedotov, a reinforced concrete engineer working for the Etalon group of companies, spoke about his path from working in the design department to designing structures, and also presented projects in which he had the opportunity to participate.
His co-worker Aleksandra Rakhmankulova, a metal structure design engineer, noted that she began her professional career after her third year, completing an internship at a specialized company. She emphasized the importance of early immersion in the profession and actively seeking internships: "Don't be afraid to try different directions. It's okay to make mistakes. The main thing is to find what you really like."
Graduates discussed with students the differences between construction fields — design, construction work, and building surveying — and shared personal observations about the advantages and disadvantages of each field. Particular attention was paid to the skills necessary for a successful career start, including the ability to work with calculations, drawings, and professional software.
The meeting addressed the issue of choosing a specialization. The speakers emphasized that the choice largely depends on personal preference – some seek detailed design and calculations, while others prefer working on a construction site.
Students actively asked questions about salaries, career advancement, and professional prospects. The organizers noted that similar meetings will be held regularly with the participation of graduates from various fields.
