I want to make electronics like iPhones when I grow up.?

Im 15 years old, and I’m serious about creating electronics such as iPhones as my career. Someone told I could go in two different directions. I could create the software or the hardware. My question is, could I do both? If not, which job pays better? I want to work for places like Apple, HP, Samsung, LG etc. What universities are best?

Thanks in advance!

Answer by Khurrum Khan
Thats great that your interested in a career like that at such a young age, if you are interested in working for apple take a look here: http://www.apple.com/jobs/us/corporate.html
There is a section for iphone engineering and software engineering. They are two different strands of engineering and can be taken at many accredited universites. Different engineering positions pay differently, but you wont be sorry with your pay cheque.
As for what university to go to, that depends on how well your GPA is, how much money you have, etc, etc. Here are a list of the top 100 uni’s in NA. http://www.4icu.org/topNorth-America/
Cheers

Answer by John Doe
If you are creating your device, you will need the hardware operating 100% stably and efficiently before even beginning the software. if you do this you will need your own breadboard. i recommend pad2pad as the pcb design software. you can then order pcbs from www.futurlec.com . you can also buy all of your parts there. They literally have every electrical component. If you work for another company, it doesn’t what college. you will learn c++ and javascript and some other common languages, but then i almost guarantee that you will have to learn another programming language for the specific company for which you work.

Answer by Bruce McGoose
Electronics such as iPhones takes a whole team of people with different specialities to produce.

I guess specifications and purely aestehic design comes first.
The specialists on the hardware side would then test the feasability of this, they’d have to communicate with people about costs of materials, production etc.

The operating system and software would need to be designed and implemented with communcations to other departments too.

So they way it works in a nutshell. You have a specific job, but need to communicate with others.
You can’t for an example be both a hardware designer and software engineer.
They wouldn’t want to split you over two jobs, instead of solely concentrating on one.

As for which pays better, it depends on company, and what area of software / hardware you’re working with.

And another point companies that produce electronic devices, they’ll often buy hardware in or get a hardware company to produce it for them with given specifications. For example, the xbox 360′s processor was designed by IBM, the video card by NVIDIA, the memory by Samsung or Qimonda, and various disc drives.

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Another Day At The GWCC


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My trip to the GWCC this time was to attend the career fair attached to the gigantic BIO International Exhibition. It turned out to be very useful, although I’m not too keen on breaking my balance between engineer and scientist.

May 18th, 2009

Samsung Electronics A707
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David Burton
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Objective
To gain a dynamic and challenging role in the area of electronics, electrical, electro-mechanical, and communication engineering that will offer me the best opportunity for further development of my abilities, skills and knowledge in an established firm with long term career growth possibilities.

Summary of Qualifications
•Superior knowledge of and expert-level hands on skills in electronic circuit design in both computer-aided simulation, real physical components implementation, and modern wireless communications
•Above average skills in modern digital communications systems, including digital signal processing, formatting, and modulation.
•Basic knowledge and entry-level hands-on skills in Linux, and communications cabling
•Ability to analyze analog and transform circuits, utilizing such techniques as differential equations, transfer functions, and computer-aided circuit simulation programs.
Relevant Experience

Encompass Service SolutionsLawrenceville, Georgia
Electro-Mechanical Technician2010
•Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, and bridges.
•Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
•Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
•Align, fit, and assemble component parts, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, and microscopes.
•Analyze and record test results, and prepare written testing documentation. Inspect parts for surface defects.
•Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
•Repair and test GPS units: Garmin, Magellan, Mio, Motorola, Navigon, Nextar, Panasonic, Pioneer, Samsung, Sony, TeleType, and Tomtom.

Fix your pc'sFayetteville, Georgia
Senior Technician 2010
•Working knowledge of TCP / IP internetworking / WAN data communications.
•Demonstrated ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
•Managed ten Junior Technicians, Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.

David BurtonPage 2

Dixieland FunparkFayetteville, Georgia
Arcade Technician2010
•Solder and re-wire games and televisions.
•Conduct tests to determine whether equipment, software, or procedures are operating as expected.
•Perform routine maintenance and diagnose equipment malfunction to determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
•Install, move, and modify arcade games and related equipment.
•Maintain and report accurate records of hours and materials used.

U.S. ArmyPeachtree City, Georgia
Computer Detection System Technician2008
•Assisted in maintaining computer systems; installs and supports software/hardware applications and peripheral equipment.
•Troubleshoot and resolved computer operating, software/hardware problems and provide technical support as requested.
•Provided information to staff and users, and prepare and maintain documentation for processes, policies and procedures related to computer systems and operations.
•Repaired staff and users computers and software/hardware.

Dunkin DonutsFayetteville, Georgia
Shift Manager2007-2008
•Responsible for the business performance for Dunkin Donuts.
•Prepared reports at the end of the shift, including staff control, food control and sales.
•Managed staff and providing them with feedback.
•Maintained high standards of quality control, hygiene and safety

Crown SecurityFayetteville, Georgia
Security Installation Technician2005-2007
•Installed security systems, home theaters, data lines, phone lines, and ran cables for multiple level houses.
•Repaired cable system, defective lines, and auxiliary equipment.
•Feed/pull lines through ducts by hand or use of winch.
•Cleaned and maintained tools and test equipment.

Known computer programming skills
•Known Office Package: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook Express
•Known Operating Systems: Windows9X, Windows2000, Windows ME, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Linux, Unix, MS DOS

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Education
Fix Your PC'S Atlanta, Georgia
Certificate of Completion2010
Sales Communication level one

ITT Technical InstituteAtlanta, Georgia
Associates of Computer Electronic Engineering Technology2008-2010
Academic Deans List Award Recipient

ITT Technical InstituteAtlanta, Georgia
Bachelor's of Commun

Answer by San Diego Guy
It’s way too long with way too many details. This needs to be short, sweet and to the point. You’ve got to try and trim this to one page, maybe just over one page. Save some details for the interview. Take your summary of qualifications and condense them into a cover letter to convey your information.

Put your ITT Tech education above the certificate program – college level educations always get listed before certificates. Put them all at the top of the resume. Put no more than 3 bullet points for any of those listings and use only your most important points. Don’t list so many jobs, list the 3 most relevant jobs. If you want to capitalize on your other experience, you could bullet point the position name, but I don’t think you’re going to have enough room for it.

Most resumes get a 10-second scan through by a potential employer. They can’t take the time to read every little detail. It’s a narrow down process… with a stack of 30 resumes, they’re going to scan them, and hold onto maybe 5 and then read those in depth.

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A Career in Korea (The Inside Story of Samsung Electronics)

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