Ian Mark

Ian Mark is a content specialist on the Siemens global academic marketing team. He writes about all the ways that Siemens academic program is helping drive positive change in the world of engineering education.

Engineering student resume tips: Learn how to impress employers even with limited experience

September 2, 2025

A well-crafted engineering student resume shows employers how you think, the tools you’ve mastered and the impact you’ve already made, even if you have limited experience in engineering roles.

By Ian Mark
5 MIN READ
Higher education students sitting on campus lawn.

A step-by-step students’ guide to accessing free software training on the Siemens Xcelerator Academy

September 1, 2025

Learn how you can access free, industry-grade software training on the Siemens Xcelerator Academy.

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ

Insights from Dean Craig Downing of Rose-Hulman on the value of microcredentials for engineering, lifelong learning and more 

August 26, 2025

Dean Craig Downing shared his perspective on the current evolution of engineering education and the value of these new modalities for students, educators and industrial organizations alike. 

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ

Learn how Florida International University is leading the way in additive manufacturing, biotechnology and more with academic-industrial partnerships

August 22, 2025

Through cutting-edge research, rigorous academic-industrial collaboration and forward-thinking curriculum development, FIU is setting the standard for building day-one ready engineers.

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ

How Wayne State University is cultivating the next generation of PCB talent

August 20, 2025

Learn about a new Printed Circuit Board Design Course from Siemens EDA, Wayne State University and the Printed Circuit Engineering Association (PCEA).

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ

Rethinking talent acquisition: Dean Ian O. Williamson shares key insights for cultivating the future workforce

August 18, 2025

Dean Ian O. Williamson of the University of California, Irvine shares recommendations for building sustainable talent pipelines.

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ
Siemens USA CEO Barbara Humpton smiles for a picture.

The skills that matter most: Insights from Siemens USA CEO Barbara Humpton

August 4, 2025

As Barbara Humpton, CEO of Siemens USA points out, it’s often the “skills for life” like collaboration and adaptability that truly set high-achievers apart.

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ
Two young engineers work on a computer together.

Engineering soft skills: the top 3 durable skills that help you get hired

August 4, 2025

Technical skills may get your foot in the door as an engineer, but durable skills help you advance your career.

By Ian Mark
4 MIN READ

Bridging classrooms and careers: A day in the life of an applications engineer with Siemens EDA at the University of Saskatchewan 

July 31, 2025

At a recent University of Saskatchewan event, students experienced a day in the life of an applications engineer at Siemens.

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ