<p>I just had a long discussion with my sophomore D about this very thing yesterday, though she’s in a different major. She’s been taking advantage of UROP, LSA and study-abroad advisers to help her focus on an academic plan. She also plans to speak to career services before making final decisions about when/if she should do an internship. I’m very impressed with the suggestions she’s been given and even more so that she’s planning ahead like this. </p>
<p>My suggestion is to take advantage of the advising resources that are in your department as well as outside it (LSA and career services). They can look at what courses you’ve taken and based on your interests, give you some suggestions for minors that would stand-out to prospective employers. </p>
<p>Otherwise, there have been some excellent suggestions posted here such as the environmental sciences or business minor. Another idea for you would be communications. I’m not an engineer, but have worked closely with them most of my professional life, and my observation is that the one’s who are successful have excellent communication skills. Regardless of what you decide to minor in, make sure you develop good writing and public speaking skills through courses or activities.</p>