The Department of Civil Engineering hosted a panel discussion on "Career Opportunities in Civil Engineering" for 3rd-semester students on September 5, 2023. The event aimed to provide students with insights into the latest developments and trends in the field.

Distinguished experts from the civil engineering industry participated in the discussion, including Dr. H. Chandewar, Chief Consulting Engineer at Hitbhav Engineers, Nagpur; Er. Satish Raipure, Proprietor of Vighnaharta Consulting Engineers; and Ms. Madhulika Sargaonkar, an alumna of the Civil Engineering Department's 2023 batch at SVPCET.

The experts emphasized the importance of students' attitude, lifelong learning, communication skills, and ethical considerations. They also stressed the value of gaining practical experience through internships and entry-level positions. Ms. Madhulika Sargaonkar encouraged students interested in advancing the field to consider research opportunities in a Master's program.

Following the panel discussion, a Q&A session provided students with a chance to engage with the experts on various topics, including career paths, industry trends, educational options, networking, and work-life balance.

The event served as a valuable platform for students to explore the evolving landscape of civil engineering. The insights shared by the panelists offered guidance for their academic and professional journeys, bridging the gap between theory and practice.

The program concluded with the felicitation of the experts by Dr. N. V. Deshpande, Dean Academics, Dr. C. S. Deshpande, Head of the Civil Engineering Department, and Prof. Ram Kinhikar, CDC Coordinator, followed by a vote of thanks from Prof. Satish Kene. The event was coordinated by Prof. Uday Singh Patil.