Working experiences as graduate engineer

Working as a graduate student is an intellectually demanding and personally enriching experience that involves juggling a range of responsibilities. Unlike the structured nature of undergraduate studies, graduate school requires students to take on more independence, develop specialized knowledge, and engage in original research. The graduate experience encompasses not only the mastery of advanced academic material but also the pursuit of knowledge that contributes to the student’s chosen field. In addition, many graduate students work as teaching assistants or researchers, which adds to their academic and professional growth.

A graduate student’s responsibilities extend far beyond coursework. While attending lectures and seminars forms a core part of the experience, graduate students are often expected to engage deeply with complex concepts, think critically, and make significant contributions to scholarly discussions. The academic workload can be immense, involving extensive reading, writing research papers, conducting experiments or fieldwork, and presenting findings at conferences. This process pushes students to sharpen their analytical skills, refine their problem-solving abilities, and cultivate a strong sense of intellectual rigor.

Moreover, graduate school often involves collaborative work, whether it’s through group projects, lab research, or working closely with faculty on academic papers. This creates a rich environment for learning, where students benefit not only from the expertise of their professors but also from the diverse perspectives of their peers. Such collaboration enhances critical thinking and exposes students to various methodologies and theoretical frameworks.

In addition to their studies, many graduate students work as teaching assistants (TAs) or research assistants (RAs), which provides them with valuable hands-on experience. As a TA, a graduate student may lead discussion sections, grade papers, or assist in course development. This teaching experience is particularly beneficial for those considering academic careers, as it hones public speaking, pedagogy, and communication skills. Similarly, working as a research assistant allows students to delve deeper into their field of interest, contribute to significant research projects, and develop professional networks that can be instrumental in their future careers.

However, balancing these academic and professional responsibilities is no small feat. Graduate students often face immense pressure to excel in their studies while also meeting the demands of their teaching or research roles. Time management, self-discipline, and a strong work ethic are crucial for navigating the many challenges that arise during this period. Despite the challenges, the experience can be profoundly rewarding, leading to intellectual growth, personal fulfillment, and valuable career opportunities.

In conclusion, working as a graduate student is a unique blend of challenges & opportunity.

1. LEARNING EXPERIENCE : Firstly , I am happy to be part of this Nina percept family for the past 1 year. I didn’t even believe that we have completed almost a year together. Coming to my experience , It is so good to work in this as we have a lot of things to learn and our seniors are very helpful in teaching all the things very patiently . It was great learning here and I think there is much more to continue and learn a few more things .

2. INITIATIVE : Right now , I'm working as a site engineer completely in the execution itself. Every month I take a certain target of work to complete by this month and will do all the requirements for the site like materials , clearance along with the Quality and Safety. I am also learning the billing work along with the site execution and giving my side of support from the site.

3. CHALLENGES : Usually execution itself is a challenging job to do but as we continue to learn we will definitely overcome all the challenges and difficulties. At first there is problem in managing the materials and labour in the site . But with my seniors support I'm able to manage the things maximum and learnt them . Rightnow , I got used to challeneges and overcoming it.

4. SUPPORT : I'm so thankfull for my General ROH Salman Sayeed sir and HR Minal Madam for solving one of my issue and they really reacted to it and taken the steps very early. I'm also thankful for my Cluster Manager Firoz Mohammad sir and all my Senior managers who helped me , supported me and teaching a lot of things. At last In this company we will get the utmost support and all from our seniors and coworkers .I'm so grateful for this.

5. THANK YOU