Don’t want to work in the chemical industry; please wake me up~
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First of all, it seems that the employment environment in the chemical industry isn’t very good; both large and small companies cause severe pollution. Wouldn’t working there mean acting as a human vacuum cleaner? ? Used cooking oil alone is enough to shorten one’s lifespan; add to that... Secondly, there’s the PX incident and similar things – I feel that domestic management is shoddy and unsafe, and these are factors beyond our control, which makes things very dangerous (not the PX itself, but the unsafe human factors). Furthermore, working in industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, automotive, or fast-moving consumer goods means that the technical requirements for ordinary jobs are too low, while research and development demands are extremely high. It seems that the only roles I’m qualified for are in sales... Ugh. Then there’s the chemical industry, which is still a traditional sector with no rapid pathways for advancement. The workforce composition is very fixed, based on seniority, and it’s common to work with colleagues or people from the same hometown, making it difficult to make any changes. Most importantly, the salaries are low; it seems like owning a house is something that’s far out of reach. So I don’t want to work in the chemical industry. Although I have a rough idea of what to do and have made some efforts, I’m still a student who has never been in the real world. I’d like to hear from the experts: should I be encouraged or discouraged? ? I have a degree in chemical engineering from a university that is not part of the 211 project; I want to work in emerging industries and do not plan to pursue further postgraduate studies
Is there no one over the weekend...
As a student majoring in chemical engineering, your impression of this field is still based on the traditional views held in society. In reality, chemical engineering isn’t as bad as you think. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to do something else, as long as you can find a job; once you make up your mind, just go ahead and do it diligently.
This post was last edited by sky-captain on 2015-6-28 21:52. Oops, I’m sorry; I’m not sure what the impression of Modern is. We have finished our junior year now, and the teacher took us to meet some people; whether it was the smallest factories in the area or the largest ones among the Fortune 500 companies (I won’t mention their names so as not to let people know who I am), they all had a distinct smell! ! ! It’s definitely not a good place. Moreover, I’m increasingly dissatisfied with the specialized courses in chemical engineering these days (I’ve actually already finished those courses; in my senior year I only have to take comprehensive experiments and complete a graduation project). I don’t know much about this field anymore (that’s why I’m asking...). It seems that it’s difficult to earn a high salary in the chemical engineering industry without pursuing further studies; typically, fresh graduates in secondary or third-tier cities only earn around 4,000 to 5,000 yuan per month, which is far not enough to afford a house
http://bbs.hcbbs.com/thread-1360423-1-1.html Well, I read your annual summary and thought that the design institute seems to be a good option; however, since I don’t like this field, my GPA is quite poor. I guess no design firm wants me, and with my current skills, I can’t produce a decent portfolio or projects. But still, when it comes to working in design, I think it’s better to do so in emerging industries; therefore, your comments didn’t change my mind. After all, my passion is still there, and my starting point in both places is the same. It seems there are also many bio-dogs and chemical dogs in the emerging industries~:lol
Right after graduating, everything is difficult; just take it one step at a time and proceed slowly. There’s still one year left; learn more, accumulate more experience, be proactive when looking for a job, and try to find something that satisfies you. Don’t rush to expect a return; be prepared, and over time, everything that should come will come.
This post was last edited by sky-captain on 2015-6-28 22:11. Feel free to wake me up or pour cold water on me. It might be a bit embarrassing to have it exposed here, but at least it’s better than ending up with broken heads later on. I do understand this logic... So the storm comes even more violently~~~ ================I’m the divider for world peace=================== Also, I hope to say something more useful, after all everyone’s time is precious (I’m not bragging; I’m just in exam week right now). Pleasantries and words of encouragement can be heard everywhere else... (But thanks anyway ==============update================== Is this forum not very active? ? Little Woodworm, **will it be better there..... I haven’t registered there yet....
It’s not easy in any line of work; when you see thieves eating meat, you should think of the time when they get beaten. If you’re not from a wealthy family, nor part of an elite political family, and have just graduated from university, it’s better to seek a honest job. The working environment in the chemical industry is indeed not good; this is due to the fact that **there has always been a lack of emphasis on workers’ rights. Even if you work in another industry instead of the chemical sector, as long as you are just a subordinate, the employer won’t pay much attention to your rights. If you really don’t like the chemical industry, then think about what you can do. If you are proficient in PS and CAD at school, you can consider working in advertising or home decoration companies to create visual representations. If your English is good, you might want to work in translation firms. If you are skilled in cooking, you can work in restaurants. If you have good communication skills and know how to persuade people, you can work for businesses to promote their products. If you know how to drive and are familiar with roads, you can work for delivery companies. If you are good at computer science, you can consider working as a programmer at companies like BAT. If you want to enter a field where competition is more intense and wish to do it on your own, then pursue postgraduate studies and choose a major that you like.
If you don’t want to work in the chemical industry, then make plans early and decide in which direction you want to pursue your career. In fact, every industry has its advantages and disadvantages; no matter what field you choose, you must work hard
This post was last edited by wolfhhhhm on 2015-6-29 08:49. My IQ isn’t in the top range (110+); I don’t think I can become a technical expert in the scientific and engineering fields. I’d rather try a field that doesn’t require as much mental effort – maybe I can succeed there. There’s no hope for me in the chemical industry. :/sad
The \"winter\" in the chemical industry is a phenomenon that has only existed in recent years; winters always pass. If one doesn’t want to work in the chemical industry, then there’s nothing to say about it. If one wants to give it a try, one might consider technologies such as the production of propylene oxide from propylene and coal gasification – I think these two areas are likely to become more popular in the future. As for the chemical industry itself… every industry goes through difficult times, and even emerging industries will eventually become obsolete. Even if you switch to another industry, are you sure it will necessarily be better than working in the chemical industry? Moreover, working in the chemical industry doesn’t necessarily mean having to work at a chemical plant. . . Petrochemical design institutes, coal chemical engineering design institutes, and sales roles are all options to consider~ Why must one necessarily have a conflict with chemical plants?~