I’m currently in the last couple week of my degree before graduation. I’ve enjoyed my time at the New England Institute of Technology, but I’m ready to move onto the next chapter of my life; beginning my career in the marine industry. Looking back on the last year and a half I couldn’t be happy with my choice in a Marine Technology degree, the broad range of subjects I learned about will be invaluable for my future career. From engines, to plumbing, to electronics, radar, and more I have a broad range of potential fields of work for my future. I’m currently in discussions with several companies about where I want my future to lead me. This week I’ll be touring and talking with the team at a major boat manufacturer here in Rhode Island that recently reached out to me. It’s not uncommon to be hired before graduation in my degree. I’m excited to see where the future will take me, and I’m keeping my options open! My passion lies in the electronics involved onboard ships, as well as smaller vessels. I still feel I have so much to learn, and choosing the right company to help me progress my learning is both a daunting and exciting step! I feel so thankful to the MVYouth scholarship for their assistance in helping me achieve my dreams! It truly has made such a profound difference in my life. They’ve been with me every step of the way, making sure I had the proper tools to succeed. Although I feel my educational journey is not yet over, they’ve helped me build a very solid foundation for further learning in my career.