<p>Wondering if I can get some feedback on what the dress code should be for those interviewing within the industry. I'm more interested in engineering positions within the tug industry. The career counselor suggested that they call the company and ask but that makes no sense to me. Suit? Dress pants with a shirt and tie? Any feedback would be appreciated.</p>
<p>I would say ‘business casual’ attire would be very appropriate… nice khaki, corduroy, twill or cotton slacks and a collared polo or dress shirt will work.</p>
<p>I disagree when interviewing off campus I strongly suggest a conservative (dark - Navy Blue, Black, Blue Pin Strip, or Charcoal) suit, white or light blue shirt and black shoes and belt). It’s still a relatively conservative industry and many of the folks who will be interviewing new graduates and who will see you as you walk through and around a company’s offices ,ay still feel that such attire indicates a level of respect and desire to make a good impression. </p>
<pre><code>On campus interviews - a clean, pressed uniform of the day (Kahkis) are fine.
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<p>I strongly suggest otherwise. While I will agree, the maritime industry is conservative, the towboat end of it is decidedly more ‘blue collar’. So if you’re looking to get hired getting your hands dirty ‘wrenching’ in the engineroom of a tug, wearing a suit for the job interview might be a bit much. Besides, in determining whether to hire you or not, the interviewer will be more focused on your license, your experience level and your engineering knowledge than what you’re wearing.</p>
<p>Thanks everyone. My son ended up wearing nice slacks with a white dress shirt and tie and had two great interviews. One company wanted him to forgo his marine engineering training and offered him a job as an assistant facilities manager but looks like he may be headed down to Maryland to work in his field with a tug company. His commitment to the National Guard has made a sailing commitment a bit tough so the opportunities in the tug industry seem to allow high the best of both worlds.</p>
<p>Best to all…</p>