What is MIT engineering known for?

MIT created the contemporary model of engineering education grounded in a dynamic, changing base of science. It pioneered the modern model of the research university, with externally sponsored research programs and a matrix of academic departments and research laboratories working across various disciplines.

What makes MIT different?

But besides that, MIT is unconventional in the little things—lack of final exams for many, if not most, classes, Independent Activities Period, General Institute Requirements, pirate certificate, clothing-optional dorm floors, dorm ball pits, and so much more. This place is built to empower exploration and creativity.

What is MIT strong in?

Both MIT and Caltech are well known as leading tech schools and are particularly strong in the science and technology fields. Thanks to its prestigious Sloan School of Management, MIT also has a strong international reputation for social sciences and business-related courses.

What is MIT motto?

Mens et Manus
Mind and Hand
Massachusetts Institute of Technology/Motto
The Mind and Hand Book takes its name from Mens et Manus, MIT’s Latin motto meaning “mind and hand.” It will serve as a guide for you in navigating the community expectations that make this educational community so vibrant.

What makes a great engineer great?

A great engineer has good judgment on what matters most at any point in time. They’re customer focused, not just technology focused. They’re ambitious, and they make sure they’re solving big valuable problems.

How do you build a successful engineering team?

Choose wisely, and deliberately. Know what you value, and why. It’s easy to form this list in hindsight, but for anyone growing an engineering team, I urge you to think upfront, spelling out what you value most, then fight to hire for, encourage, support and celebrate those traits.

What makes a great company Great?

Great companies have huge ambition – which initially comes from awesome founders, but is sustained and thrives with the addition of ambitious people you hire. Ambitious and determined people will fight for impact and push for greatness.

What features do you value most in an engineer?

Typically, as a company, we value features that sell. But we also value feedback, we value speed and quality, we value people’s happiness, we value creativity and innovation, and we value the ability to move fast. A great engineer has good judgment on what matters most at any point in time.