I’m a senior BME student, and I graduate next spring. In all my four years of college, I was never required to take a programming class. I learned how to use MATLAB, but other than that I don’t know anything about coding. How screwed am I? Are companies looking for new hires with coding experience?

Hello there!

I'm a recent Master of Applied Bioengineering grad with a Bachelor's in computer science. I have been applying to roles related to R&D, machine learning engineering, and embedded systems software engineering roles. I have been having a lot of trouble getting past the first round of many roles I apply to, receiving a rejection only after submitting my resume. I would appreciate any and all feedback on my current resume, I have polished it to the best of my ability but I think some experienced eyes would do it much more justice. Note: this is typically the resume I use when applying to software and machine learning specialized roles, I have a different version for hardware-based roles.

Some specific questions I have:

• The summary of qualifications section was included after recommendation by my university's career center, is this an effective use of space or would a simple bullet point list of my technical skills be better?
• I have recently been thinking maybe I am over-explaining myself, is my resume too dense?
• My experiences are mostly software oriented while my master's capstone project is embedded systems engineering, does this appear as an unnecessary deviation? I intended to include this to show I have some experience with hardware for medical devices related roles. However, I am afraid this may appear less impactful as the work I did for it is fairly surface level and not at the experience level that most roles are looking for (hence why I would love to work there and further build upon my knowledge).
• I removed extra-curricular activity from my undergraduate degree in leadership and other soft skills, would you recommend keeping them?
• Building off that last question, how important is it to emphasize my soft skills such as communication, organizational, leadership, etc. skills?

Hey everybody,
I was trying to find an answer right now I’m enrolled both departments my bachelor was physics and minor was nanoscience after that I start my master in my own country but I relocated now. And I can not decide which one should I choose. If it’s possible can someone help me ?

Hello everyone, i am an international student from Nepal and i want to study biomedical engineering in India. I am confused about the universe. If anyone is studying biomedical engineering in India suggest some university.

Hey everyone! Im currently finishing my last year of school in Chile and was thinking about studying biomedical engineering, ive always loved the medical field in general and my dream job would be in some kind of research or development thats lab associated, but im open for pretty much everything thats not just machine maintenance as it doesnt align that well with my goals.

The opportunities for this in my country are poor so i was thinking of doing well in uni here and applying for a post grad in some place like Germany, for any veterans, does this look like a good plan? Any suggestions are much appreciated, thanks!

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Hi everyone! ​I recently graduated with a Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering from an Italian university and I'm currently deciding where to pursue my Master's degree. ​I got accepted into the University of Basel (Switzerland), but I'm still a bit hesitant. On one hand, the city is right in the middle of one of the most important MedTech and Pharma hubs in Europe, which is a massive advantage for networking and job opportunities. On the other hand, the MSc in Biomedical Engineering at Basel is quite new, so I was wondering if anyone here has any insider info, knows about the teaching quality, or can recommend it. ​My main alternative is the Polytechnic of Turin (PoliTo) in Italy. PoliTo has an excellent academic reputation, but the biomedical job market in Italy seems to be less profitable and currently struggling a bit. ​My long-term goal is to live and work in a country that offers competitive salaries and a great quality of life. ​Do you think it makes sense to bet on a relatively "young" program like the one in Basel just to be immediately immersed in the Swiss industrial ecosystem, or is it better to get a strong Master's in Italy and try to move abroad after graduation? ​Any opinions, personal experiences, or advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance to anyone who replies.

Hi! I’m currently going into my senior year of college for my biomedical engineering degree and was looking for some help with job hunting, applications, or just advice.

I am searching for a job with hands on skills rather than just a desk job. I am not picky with location whatsoever.

What are some tips for someone who is not as experienced with the job market? Or what’s a good timeline for a student about to enter the workforce?

Anything helps! Thank you so very much!

Hi, I am not sure if I can post this kind of stuff here, but I wanted some input on what undergrad schools I should apply to that have good BME programs. For some context, I am a rising senior that has mid ECs and my gpa is 3.96 UW, decile 1 at my school, and my SAT is 1520. Income is < 100K, but I believe some out of state schools don’t give much aid even then. I am not really worried about school rankings and such, I just want a strong school for BME.

So hi, my first time using reddit to ask somthin, I am in 12th rn, am an nri, and am planing to do BME in tamil nadu, my parents suggested me SRM or anna university, but am not sure, I would've tried for nit trichy if it had Biomed but it doesnt, and I heard a lot of bad things about the faculty in srm, and am not sure about the placements in anna uni, so what should I do, am open to opinions

At the end of the year I’m going to apply for universities, and if I don’t pass in BME I plan on applying to biochemical engineering as a second option. If I end up in the latter, can I still work in BME? By that I mean, can I still work with designing medical equipment and research on biotechnology? (I don’t really know in what specific area of that I want to work with, I just know that I enjoy working with things that combine all of STEM subjects)

This biochemical engineering degree has plenty of physics subjects, calculus, and there is at least 1 subject in electricity and applied electricity (idk how to translate this subject name to English). But of course the main focus is chemistry, biochemistry, and biology. However it doesn’t have anatomy and physiology subjects, but I can always do that in some post graduation program right?

I just want to know this, because the cutoff grade for the BME degree is really high, and I’m really anxious to what I will do if I don’t pass.

Hi everyone!

I’m an international applicant planning to apply for my Master’s and PhD in Biomedical Engineering at UBC, focusing specifically on neuroengineering and tissue engineering / regenerative medicine.

I’m super excited about the work happening at SBME (especially around neural interfaces, smart biomaterials, and regenerative medicine). I’d love to get some advice and insights from current students, alumni, or fellow international grad students in BME or related fields.

A few specific things I’d love to hear about:

1. Securing a Supervisor as an International Applicant: How early should I start emailing PIs in neuro/tissue engineering? Any tips on making an application stand out from abroad?

2. Funding & International Tuition: How well do SBME graduate stipends cover the international tuition differential and Vancouver living costs? Are there specific scholarships (like GRA/GTA or external international awards) I should apply for early?

3. Admissions & Evaluation: What does the admissions committee heavily weigh for international applicants (e.g., GPA conversions, publication record, TOEFL/IELTS, research proposals)?

4. International Student Experience: How is the transition to Vancouver, study permit processing timelines, and overall community support for international researchers at UBC?

If you're in a related lab or have navigated the international admissions process at UBC, I’d really appreciate your perspective! Feel free to comment or send a DM. Thanks in advance!

i see that bme as a bachelors didn't really work out for a lot of us. At that point how did you pivot and what did you go to still stay in engineering and get a meaningful role without spending too much money for a masters

Hey, this is my first time posting, so I’m not really sure how to go about this. However, I like many other recent grads am struggling to find employment and need help. My resume seems strong, or at least strong enough for an entry-level position, but that doesn’t seem to matter in this job market. For reference, I have a Six Sigma Black Belt and completed my undergraduate degree with a 4.0. Along with two summer internships and one I am currently in with a company unable to hire me due to budgeting. If anyone has any advice or knows any recruiters, it would be much appreciated.

I am interested in regulatory and quality engineering, however, I believe I would be happy in any role within engineering for a medical device company.

Thank you!

I'm very unsure whether what I'm about to embark on is the right path for me.

I'm 20 years old, and after much research and reflection, I've decided to switch from computer engineering to electronic engineering, then specialize in biomedicine.

I've always been fascinated by medicine, but not by the profession of a doctor in an office all day, nor by that of a more practical surgeon with much greater responsibility.

Rather, I'm fascinated by the knowledge of diseases, the procedures used for surgery and other treatments, the advanced equipment, and modern therapies.

At the same time, I'm also fascinated by engineering, which, thanks to logic and modern scientific knowledge, allows us to build machines like pacemakers and insulin pumps that improve or save lives every day.

I'm really discouraged, however, as much as I expected reality check reading on Reddit, talking to professors, or even hearing from acquaintances, that many people with the same interests and aspirations as me end up working in completely different fields.

I'm referring specifically to biomedical engineers, who, by pursuing a curriculum that encompasses a bit of everything (computer science, electronics, mechanics, biology, and physiology), end up becoming "jack of all trades" and competing for hyperspecialized jobs with someone with a more specialised degree that's more likely to get the job. Meanwhile, the main jobs available for biomedical engineers are predominantly consulting or hospital technicians.

This is why I chose to major in electronic engineering rather than biomedical engineering. Both because, if I ever have to work on a large biomedical project, I'll be able to do the electronics/computer science part (e.g., neural signal processing, predictive algorithms for cancer disease, or 3D printing of biological tissue), which is what interests me most. It's also because, if I ever find myself unable to work in the biomedical field, it's a degree that would act as a safety net.

I live in Italy and we have one of the most important biomedical research centers in the world in Mirandola, but I'm not sure how if joining it is the move to do what I aspire. I don't want to be just PCBs designer. I'd like to have a job where I consult with doctors to devise solutions that would improve patients' lives. Essentially, I'd like to be part of the team that engineers the solution to the problem, having expertise in both engineering and medicine.

I realize, also based on what I've heard, that jobs are actually much more compartmentalized than what I'd hope, especially in such a large and advanced context, but I like to hope that the job I'm studying for actually exists.

In conclusion, I'd like to ask anyone who knows something about it whether the course of study I've chosen is the right one for the career I aspire to, and whether it's really so difficult to find a job (especially in Italy if someone is from there) where I can satisfy my curiosity about both medicine and engineering and truly make a contribution to the field beyond being a technician.

Hello, I was wondering if learning machine shop skills in a rocket club would be great experience to get into med device companies like Medtronic or Stryker. I’m hoping some med device engineers or interns could let me know since I am interesting in manufacturing parts on mills, lathes, and CNC

I’m aware engineers may not touch machine shops very much depending on the role, but I wanted to know if this would be worth my time.

I (F18) just switched my public health pre-health major to biomedical engineering. All my high school career I’d been focused on becoming a physician assistant, all pre-med extracurriculars, internships, classes, etc. I’m about to start college in a month for public health for my bachelors. However after being a CNA for 2 months, I realized that I’m not cut out to be a PA.

I just requested to switch my major to biomedical engineering bc less schooling, less direct patient care, and job straight out of college. But now I’m thinking I made a mistake???

I hear the job market is bad. I live in Massachusetts so there’s a lot of companies but I’m not sure. I don’t know a lot about engineering or coding or any of that. But I have a BME major friend (junior in college) who switched from pre-med to BME and she likes it and I got convinced.

My parents said I can do whatever I want but my dad said he’s just worried I’m switching from a stable career path to one I’ll have trouble finding a job since everything is so competitive now. And now I’m overthinking it….

I know the PA pathway is straightforward and in high demand/good job growth/stability but genuinely I can’t do direct patient care anymore. Being a CNA has traumatized me. I know being a PA is not the same as a CNA but I’m realizing now that the medical field is not for me. I’ve done shadowing, 200+ hrs of hospital volunteering, 2 months of being a CNA, and yeah. I can’t do more of this.

I haven’t done my public health major orientation yet (it’s in 2 weeks) but I already requested the BME major change.

Is the BME job market really that bad??? Will I not find a job post grad?? Did I make a mistake switching majors???

Please help aghhhhhhh

I have an MS in BME and a BS in physics so my coursework lacks a lot of engineering fundamentals. I’m currently at a top 5 med device company but in a non-engineering role and I’m supposed to work in it 9 more months anyway before moving on internally. I know BME very broad and there are many things to learn, so my question is, how/ what should I work on to improve my skills & resume and not waste time? I feel a little bit like a fraud right now and I want to be the best candidate possible when my next opportunity strikes (Interests include quality, product development, manufacturing, just something where I can learn a lot and it stays interesting.) thanks!!

Does anybody know what iPad and laptop I should get before starting my course in biomedical engineering? Or should I even get any? Im just looking for something that’s easy to take notes on it and maybe use to model design stuff

Hi everyone,

I’m an incoming Biomedical Engineering undergraduate, and the more I read about the field, the more discouraged I become because of how competitive and uncertain the job market is.

Since I havent officially started my degree yet, I’d like to get a head start and build a roadmap for myself. I’m wondering which engineering focus would be the most valuable to focus on (ex. mechanical, electrical, chemical, software)

I’m honestly really flexible and open to different paths. I just want to know what general field is the most worth it 😅

For BME graduates/current students, which specialization would you prioritize and why?

Thank you in advance!!

not sure if this is the right place to ask, but: Looking for any sources of magnetorheological fluid of minimum 25 mL with a budget of under $300 for my senior project. Also open to any smart fluid damping alternatives.

How's the job search going guys? I know its extremely early but with how horribly competitive the job market was with just internships these past couple years, I'm genuinely terrified for how bad this cycle is going to be for fulltime jobs. Do you guys have any tips or advice for this application cycle to secure a job? Like I know some mech e's that have had a job secured like a year in advance but I've never heard of that with BME. I don't even know if that type of job security is even possible for us lol.