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Many young engineers step into the professional world with dreams of white-collar jobs, boardroom discussions, and strategic roles. But the reality often hits hard—they find themselves at construction sites, factories, or power stations, managing ground-level operations far from the corporate setting they imagined.

This gap between aspiration and reality stems largely from our education system, which focuses heavily on theory while neglecting practical exposure. Fieldwork, live projects, and real-world decision-making remain limited, leaving graduates unprepared for industry demands.

Adding to the illusion, movies and media glorify corporate boardrooms but ignore the grit and grind of actual engineering work. While entertainment can’t be blamed for shaping dreams, the education system surely bears the responsibility of setting realistic expectations.

Some institutions have begun bridging the gap through internships and industry tie-ups, but these efforts are not enough. It’s time engineering education aligns itself with ground realities—because success doesn’t always start in a boardroom; often, it’s built from the ground up.