I actually also worked as an apprentice (electrician) for a year before deciding I wanted to pursue electrical engineering. I mean, it's a demanding job, too.

I actually also worked as an apprentice (electrician) for a year before deciding I wanted to pursue electrical engineering. I mean, it's a demanding job, too. You work with your hands raised up a lot, you'll have to get into all kinds of places, and there's always the possibility of getting electrocuted. Most of the guys I started with became electricians, and have since pursued "office" jobs in the trade, in other words getting their engineering degree , so that they can work inside. A fair share of them have also experience stress injuries in arms, shoulders before hitting 30.