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[@Donut]

Here's the link to David Tracy's article on becoming an automotive engineer. It's definitely worth checking out if you're thinking about that career path. jalopnik.com/how-to-become-an-automotive-engineer-at-a-major-car-com-1842971662

[@MaverickBlue42]

How to get a job in the auto industry....btw, we're hiring and here's how to put yourself at the top of the list....

[@ITzIRaccoon]

Thanks for the help, i should really be more confident about my knowledge in cars. I will do my best to get out of the couch and look for a job!

[@tony_5156]

Y’all mentioned design but only the engineering aspect and not the artsy part aka the most important part

[@bubu_please]

well, as automotive engineer working for major OEM, I can tell that you can start your career working for automotive part supplier. Automotive Industry is 5% OEM work, 95% supplier work (don't quote me on the figures). It is very likely that somewhere around in your area there will be some automotive part suppliers (so called Tier 1) or suppliers to a supplier. Before I got my job at OEM, I worked at seat supplier, applied few times,. On my third attempt I got my dream job.

[@dobremihai8183]

So this means that I could work for Porsche at a designer/engineer??

[@homeless_kiddd7207]

Donut media: hmm we need to hire a new host Nolan: hmm we'll make this a video

[@amaansiddiqui2030]

408 likes and no reply......

[@c.s.9300]

411 likes and one reply….

[@homeless_kiddd7207]

426 likes and 2 replies

[@jovaniortiz8317]

468 likes and 4 replies

[@joedirte9343]

501 likes and 5 replies

[@jacob3709]

My job in the auto industry is removing catalytic converters from vehicles late at night….

[@gunther16_53]

😂😂😂

[@Knockthefout]

😂😂😂

[@Jmoneyy365]

Profile pic says it all

[@ivandiaz8385]

you're the man

[@karthikhegde9752]

😜🤟

[@legoman6310]

Nolan: "i believe in you" Everyone liked that

[@ThatRaceMechanic]

I want toblile but u have the funny number so I'll let u have it

[@goddessofstealth2417]

@@ThatRaceMechanic what

[@paulmcleod8316]

I needed that

[@sambo2415]

I'm 15 years old and just got my first job this morning at a classic car restoration garage, I'M SO HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@googlegmail9888]

Bright future for you my boy

[@freddiebigfoot]

This sounds like great career advice for any job in any industry

[@jeremyfernandez6488]

I was just going to say the same thing. You're absolutely right.

[@gregatron11]

Funny how that works!!

[@jonbus766]

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[@95teggib20]

Work for a performance shop and not a dealership. Dealerships work off of nepotism not skills or expertise

[@brendanschriber3242]

If you work for an oem supplier it can be very cut throat. Speaking from experience… it’s not all it’s cracked up to be

[@elikolodziejczak9582]

Watch this video be one big ass ad for a new host on donut lmao

[@DyslexicMitochondria]

its a lucrative job

[@mattearenzi8972]

@@DyslexicMitochondria Hi bro i watch your vidss. Big fan of your channeII

[@shaquilleoatmeal2145]

true lol

[@sixtakefives5325]

The ad is at the end of the video

[@nathanjoseph4284]

Plot twist: The new host job is the person who says "D-D-D-D-D List" at the beginning of every D-List video

[@cberge8]

It doesn't matter what your career plans are, everyone should take an auto shop class. Simply being able to diagnose and repair your own vehicle will not only save you a ton of money and time in the long run, nothing beats the satisfaction of maintaining your own vehicle. Wish I would have done this, but it's never too late to start. Most adult education programs have classes that are often free.

[@_joshpardo9178]

Where could I find free classes ?

[@shawnmendrek3544]

Yep. My neighbor did and he knows quite a bit about vehicles. Will check this out in the future.

[@jaketreece]

I just graduated college this spring, and I walked into Volkswagen to buy a car- and left with a car and a sales job. They loved my attitude and they offered me the position when I didn’t even apply there. Long story short, your attitude and energy can get you a job in the industry too.

[@shawnmendrek3544]

Being anti-social is not a benefit for jobs, so I agree.

[@user-ql2co5uw6b]

What was the degree that you studied in while you were in college?

[@suave.saldana]

*Donut explaining how to get in the auto-industry* *Donut also saying they’re hiring hosts* *Me deciding which career choice leads to me meeting Zach Jobe*

[@ernestocastellanos6446]

Working* with Zach Jobe

[@suave.saldana]

@@ernestocastellanos6446 one step at a time please

[@RamosDominicano]

@@suave.saldana anything for those dreamy blue eyes

[@no_lft_shft]

I have absolutely no experience that they need but I'm still going to apply. Fuck it

[@LonelySandwich]

I plan on being an automotive engineer because of how vast and car related it is.

[@allawa]

Have fun designing a new door handle for 6 months straight

[@R4M_Tommy]

That's not as cool as it sounds. Trust me, I have first hand experience.

[@jz9266]

I literally see you everywhere

[@23headlines17]

I’m going into university this year and this is my plan too. Good luck!

[@sofullcole]

Same!

[@MrHipfull]

Just today I was thinking on quitting my job at a big logistics company, and I think this video is a sign to start doing something I love and not just settle. Thank u Donut, thank u Nolan

[@kennyrogers1243]

Update?

[@MrHipfull]

@@kennyrogers1243 o actually did it, started training a new sport, and a few days back met someone who worked 27 years for FORD, send him my CV and he recommended me and I may start working in the factory where the new Mach E is made. So life is stating to look good.

[@kennyrogers1243]

@@MrHipfull good stuff dude

[@airuzair2424]

@@MrHipfull don't know if you will be able to answer this but I'm currently a sophomore in undergraduate majoring in physical therapy. I'm having second thoughts now and have always had a passion for cars. I've thought about engineering but I don't really have a passion for the physics and overall math part of it. I don't wanna be a mechanic or a low paying job in the automotive industry and I also don't like coding/software. Any suggestions on jobs that would be close to six figures?

[@kennyrogers1243]

@@airuzair2424 business side of it?

[@daniloroque2754]

Why did nolan suddenly made me tear up when he said “ I sincerely believe in you”

[@yngfljm2277]

because soy

[@gevinduxrs2]

🥺❤️

[@unnamedracer9757]

Fun fact: today was my first day at Firestone, that’s ironic

[@jonbus766]

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[@pleasureincontempt3645]

I’d like four tires plz. Use your influence to get the ones that don’t suck.

[@duomaxwell5807]

Nice 👏🏾👏🏾💪🏾

[@SlimedogYT]

It's a coincidence, not irony. But that's awesome! Good for you! :D

[@bradlemmond]

Cool, I hope you like it and it works out well for you. I now work in a Polaris plant building Polaris Ranger UTV's and Slingshots. Well, I do quality assurance, but that's still part of building them. I never thought I would work in a factory, but it is working out surprisingly well.

[@corinhoskins2011]

This shit was so motivating, im quitting my job and applying at every F1 team I can every 25 minutes

[@yoshibald8958]

How can you apply?

[@andrewbleazy]

😂 ya could luck with that especially if you have no experience

[@antoinewilliams129]

@@andrewbleazy 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@andrewbleazy]

@@antoinewilliams129 yes?

[@MostGenericUser]

Oh yeah well I'm more motivated than you! I'm applying every 5 minutes so good luck!

[@zachs9817]

Whistlin diesel is still filming on iPhone and look how good he's doing

[@danielmattos2813]

In the Fall I start my first year in university, majoring in Automotive Engineering

[@dalelumina3]

Damn, please keep that reloading sound for whenever Nolan pushes up his glasses. It's fun.

[@yngfljm2277]

It's literally why I I'm subbed. That, and D-D-D-D-List.

[@mattzee5841]

This has me excited for Formula SAE in college

[@tony_5156]

Oh hell yeah baby 😎

[@venaautos]

Ayyy I am in Formula SAE for Team Swinburne and friggin love it!

[@anirudhr6052]

Same here

[@IImperviious]

FSAE is a blast, some grunt work the first few weeks while you learn the car and the team but opportunities pick up quickly!

[@cmprodutions]

There are all kinds of SAE collegiate racing. My program is building an SAE Baja cart.

[@karlosgill]

As an engineering manager for a car company, I started in FSAE and I can’t not recommend the highs and lows of that to teach you how real engineering is. However an internship is where I learnt how to work and it massively boosted my grades and got me where I am today

[@yourusernamesstupidandmine5434]

I honestly went and applied for an internship at a European shop. I’ve worked construction for the last 10 years, it’s time to think differently. Thanks Donut for sparking this interest in cars an chasing a far fetched dream! Wish me luck! 🙏🏽

[@nils9790]

So happy that in Germany there's a system where companies pay you to go to college. Never had the struggle of deciding to go to college or go to work

[@GeorgeSellsHomes]

I feel like I needed this video, I’m so lost career wise but all I know is I want to work in the auto industry. This video definitely helped me clear up my vision of what I want to do, thank you guys

[@Paul.mcdouble]

Same keep ya head up

[@MostGenericUser]

Don't be intimidated. I remember before I got training and experience and started working as a mechanic it seemed daunting but now being in the industry it's surprisingly welcoming to new comers. You really don't need experience for a lot of these positions you just gotta find a place willing to give you a chance and then once you got the experience it just gets easier

[@basedale]

Dude same af

[@jonbus766]

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[@jerkmycrank6063]

I’m a car salesman. I love my job, and I love the money that comes in because it allows me to do whatever the fuck I want.

[@nicholascooper1154]

Dealerships are always the great place to start, pick your favorite brand and essentially show the initiative that you want to work at the dealership and you'll get put somewhere. I've been working at a dealership for a long time now and there's so much to do and so much money to make and it's just a great overall place for a car guy. Definitely the best job I've ever had

[@Zarrex]

physically recoiling at the guy using that huge brush/broom on the car at 5:21

[@narlycharley]

My father's been an automotive tech for 45 years or so. It's simple: pass a drug test, show up for work, try to learn something every day, have one ounce of common sense. You'd be surprised how difficult it is for some people to follow those few very simple rules in the trades.

[@jonbus766]

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[@erito23gamingpower99]

Great Celica! 👍

[@Kl0zi9999]

The problem is that was then, now it's very difficult for a trainee or graduate to find a place.

[@bohlt7738]

I try, but I feel like I suck massive balls at my job as an apprentice. I know the theory and how cars work but I get stressed with hands on work, which doesn’t happen when I work on my own car. Maybe it’s time to quit.

[@exxxxoskeleton]

Imagine if you dad had done his own thing instead of being someone else's lackey. 45 years as an employee begging for a raise sounds like hell

[@dimjat]

rip dave he doesnt have an urethra :(

[@jonbus766]

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[@cseibert96]

Went to school for Business (2019 Grad), started in Aftermarket as a Parts Research Analyst working along side our engineers, now recently transitioned to Data Development and Analysis. I LOVE it!

[@ob9444]

*Cries in Denmark* No race teams, no SAE, only me studying to be a mechanic for the next 5 years...

[@paulhubschmann1001]

I found two Formula Student Teams in Denmark. University of Southern Denmark and Technical University of Denmark. Maybe there are more. Or just come to one of your neighbors. Germany has a shitload of teams, england aswell.

[@yngfljm2277]

5 years studying to be a mechanic? bruh just do an apprenticeship

[@slopcrusher3482]

@@yngfljm2277 I’m assuming they mean mechanical engineer. I’ve only heard of mechanics having to train for four years to get a journeyman title.

[@aaronwaterman3888]

portal.autodata-training.com It’s $25/month and they cover virtually everything you need to know to work on cars. I personally have over 140 pages of hand written notes from watching their videos

[@stEFEwonder]

Nolan telling me he believes in me is what I needed to hear today.

[@nathanjoseph4284]

Day 2 of asking for an Up to Speed on how Donut Media came to be

[@taquito1561]

Damn that's a nice Piccolina lol

[@nathanjoseph4284]

@@taquito1561 Thanks, it was my default vehicle in BeamNG :)

[@hunterhoughton5752]

saw u yesterday💪🏼

[@leticiapickett9862]

@Taquito , I did not even notice that was a car, I was not paying attention lol

[@jonbus766]

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[@lip6632]

I’m coming back to this video when I get certified as a mechanic for myself. Thank you Nolan. Do it has inspired me to become one deeply. And I feel like I have the confidence and the skills to do it.

[@ValkyrieLightwing]

Thank y'all for making this. It is actually very validating to hear a lot of that stuff. I've been trying to get into detailing, but I don't know of anywhere where I live that is hiring for that, and the place I've applied to in a different city has already hired a good few people so it feels like a lost opportunity. I guess I just gotta keep trying and looking for another chance to get into an automotive field of work.

[@air-headedaviator1805]

Serious question, is anyone keeping a lore book on Jerry’s various backstory’s and character traits for his ad characters?

[@jonbus766]

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[@juanin200]

I skip them, I find them a bit more obnoxious than funny

[@umakemerandy3669]

@@juanin200 really hoping they replace him.

[@stevesoo8484]

@@umakemerandy3669 Nah, I genuinely enjoy his skits and personality. It feels like a guy genuinely doing what he loves and loving what he does.

[@Egerit100]

*I smell a matpat theory brewing*

[@reneXDgta]

Next one How to get into donut being from a whole different country

[@air-headedaviator1805]

First you need a work visa

[@jonbus766]

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[@reneXDgta]

@@shoveI why tho it’s Donut media not doughnut media

[@daveybuckley117]

Great video ! I did exactly this. Started on the wash line washing customers cars after service. Worked my way up and here we are today a red seal mechanic (Canada)

[@jeromeflaherty2069]

Personally I got into automotive by applying for a part time gig at the PepBoys in Reno, Nevada. I already had a full time warehouse job and wanted to pay off credit cards. I was there for almost three years before corporate closed the retail side. I learned a lot from those around me, had a great team to work with while learn from, and as the Subaru and detaling guy I provided customers with specific info and loved interacting with people. There are good and bad customers, but when you really make a difference for someone it's incredibly satisfying. It was awesome and I miss it dearly. I would have been promoted, but the retail side closed. So, there is always ability to grow. If you really want a super entry level, get into auto parts. Have a go getter attitude and always be open to learn. Work hard and take that experience higher. The more you put into it, the more you will get out of it.

[@King_Immanuel]

Yo seriously, I’m 16 and needed to get a job soon and I love cars so this is perfect timing, Thanks Donut ❤️

[@phantomaviator1318]

Ayooo same here

[@TuckerPiper]

Same (accept the age I’m 27)

[@Loony007]

Let's do a start up

[@tylerpratt7685]

Start early before you hit 30 because that longevity pay is good

[@DaylonJade]

All of you should shoot higher tbh at least while you're young, do auto engineering, finance etc. turning a wrench for a living seems fun until you do your hobby every day and cease to enjoy your hobby.

[@HybridMiranda]

Fun fact: I went to the Cleveland Institute of Art for car design because I wanted to work for McLaren. Fast forward: I design cars for fun, write books, am an art teacher, race Miatas, play Forza, and watch Donut. Life can be strange.

[@muhammadkhan2007]

Wow! Could you make some tutorials on car design sketching and rendering? I know I am asking a lot, but many beginners need to first check the waters before opting into design. There many videos of sketching cars, but no strong tutorials. Have a great day!

[@jonbus766]

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[@pleasureincontempt3645]

Do you work for McLaren though? You apparently design for fun. Just like every other artist that does wallpaper.

[@austinobambino1360]

@@pleasureincontempt3645 I think their point was that they didn't end up doing their original dream, but they're happy with what they are doing. You can't know what you'll enjoy till you do it.

[@charlesstine1952]

I'm still grateful for the opportunity you guys gave me in late 2019! Covid sucks but It's so nice to watch you guys keep the momentum. Killer video and an inspiration all around.Cheers!! Sending love from soggy Indiana. -Erik

[@brianperry4815]

The best thing about 2019 was I bought à car before the pandemic really hit . I saved alot compaired to what they want for a car today They want 15k more today they I payed.

[@ThatRaceMechanic]

Hi all ,I'm actually a motorsport mechanic in training but I recently got a part time job at a dealer ship as a driver moving cars about the courtyard and delivering to customers. And I've only had my driving licence under 6 months so the jobs are out there people. Good luck

[@nygohard6547]

How did you become a Motorsport mechanic

[@exejeremy3152]

Two year old comment but i must know, im currently trying to pursue being an autosport tech but i have no idea where to start besides trade school. What did you do??

[@promaxdrifter9477]

5:21 Detailing: The guy washes the car with a brush😬

[@nikolabobchev]

This video helped me a lot. I am from Bulgaria and I am applying to an engineering university. Because the country is not very big and there is not much work related to cars, I did not know what to do, but the video helped me a lot. thank you

[@aaronmoraga721]

You guys posted this at the perfect time, as im trying to get into a mechanic job as im tired of normal retail jobs. wish me luck and good luck to anyone else doing this

[@JHANKSMEDIA]

I’ve done media work for dealerships, sales, been a porter, and they’re alright. Been doing freelance media work for the past 6 months or so within my local car scene and at events and I love it. Been shooting for years but tried to step my game up recently, tryna work my way up to Krispy-level content 🙌

[@shmuelkhanin6327]

I’ve been waiting for this forever

[@matthew_natividad]

A vid kinda overdue

[@jonbus766]

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[@jaredcherry4049]

I love the fact that Nolan mentioned gingum. It’s always nice to see KZbinrs talk about other youtubers

[@JavierRodriguez-xv5bh]

Thank you all for this! It's not just motivation, you really helped us to open our minds a little bit more to this "world" we all here love.

[@21stcg17]

Great advice for anyone who is looking for a job. Be it automotive or other industries. 👍🏻 I have a colleage degree in aquaculture, but have a passion in multimedia and IT projects. It was a great inspiration listening to Nolan!

[@corysumner2863]

Two big things I've learned on my journey to become an automotive painter: Be lucky, and show your hard work ethic. If people in the industry know you're passionate about cars AND know that you have a great work ethic, then they are more likely to recommend you for a job if one opens up in their company. I was studying graphic design and working as a detailer part time when I was offered out of the blue to work as a painter. I had no experience with painting, never even worked in a body shop, but I threw everything away I was in the middle of just for a chance to work with cars, and it paid off. Don't be afraid to take risks.

[@jonbus766]

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[@AsaCaden]

I’m graduating highschool this week and wish I took advantage of learning to paint cars

[@brianhill4153]

@@AsaCaden you can start from any service position in a dealership. I started as a porter 20years ago. I went from there to doing all sorts of jobs at that dealership. Bring curios and punctual will help you go far. I'm working for an outside company doing inventory and photography now. I get to drive hundreds of cars every week.

[@fiatdfan]

I work at my local Ford dealership as a parts specialist now, but my first job there was as a porter. I would definitely recommend being a porter to anyone who wants to get there foot in the door. You get to gain experience to move up and you get to drive some pretty sick cars from time to time.

[@Enorbs96]

I work for a company that has been featured on this channel as a welder/ fabricator. I got the job through word of mouth by just going to a small welding school and networking at the first basic job I landed. It's a tough industry, but very rewarding.

[@tkoss6242]

This video came at the perfect timing. Ive been in customer service positions for over 6 years now. I'm a year out from my degree, but I'm running out of steam to keep doing the same tedious and taxing work every day. You'd think between a passion for cars, music, and media, id have thought to do half of what this video talks about. Starting tomorrow I'm gonna start asking around at body shops and dealerships to get out of my current pit c: thanks again donut

[@KniFz]

A lot of car jobs need a clean driving record keep in mind. That excludes about 80 percent of people watching this I'm sure lol

[@TechDove]

not me! looks at driving record *21 points* okay so maybe me

[@jonbus766]

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[@juanin200]

I don't even have a license, I'm ten steps ahead of y'all

[@ElSikario100]

@@juanin200 400 IQ

[@lenientorange1113]

With the amount of trouble i have been / should have been in, i still have zero points on my license

[@burnandantoine452]

Donut: "Short of top tier series like Formula 1,..." Proceed to show a Formula 2 picture

[@gluee8674]

the editors of donut videos are questionable at best sorry if u edit for donut media

[@brianmiller1891]

This was a great video that honestly explains journey options within the automotive industry. I had no idea 30 years ago when I took that entry level sales job at a dealership that I would be where I am today. Holding several sales manger roles within dealerships turned into running several companies that provided services to dealerships followed by a gig at eBay motors and now I consult and advising industry software developers and OEMs. The Automotive industry is my home, and one worth considering no Mather which path you choose to take!

[@coda2k705]

I got a job at a local car lot as a detailer and now I'm lead detailer and starting to do sanding and buffing and I love every moment of it.

[@Kuria_zhaints]

How to get Job in Auto Industry *Well, I heard Donut media need a new host*

[@NahBullshit]

I just walked into service center and asked to see how people work... That's how I began my mechanic career in drift team two years ago, now I'm 17 and it's just going better and better!😉

[@Darkhunter218]

They just let you in??

[@jonbus766]

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[@NahBullshit]

@@Darkhunter218 Yep, they firstly like "ok you can stay but please don't touch anything without permission) " And after I was asking for more and more things that I can do, now I can rebuild brake system, rebuild and check coilovers, change suspension parameters, swap engines and a lot more things... Guys even take me with them on track days for free, one of them promised to teach me how to drift when I finish rebuilding his car this summer holidays. P. S. I moved to another city to study and now work with some other teams but on my holidays I return to my old friends)

[@brianrodriguez8494]

This video aligned with me so much, that I gave in my two weeks notice to pursue a dream into the automotive industry. Thank you Donut for the push. Seriously 🙏

[@jairsoto3602]

What did you get into ?

[@danzun9077]

this is something I needed to watch, I've always struggled on what I wanted to do in life, but this video helped me get closer to that answer.

[@Buzza1966]

I’m 15 and I work in a agricultural mechanic shop, it’s fun work

[@andrewbleazy]

Get out before it’s too late. It doesn’t stay fun forever

[@jonbus766]

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[@puredog3804]

I really needed this video.i'm 25 and don't have anything going on and most times feel like a failure.I may not be interested in a career in the auto industry but the advice at the end really encouraged me..thank you for this video

[@Lavendelritter]

You don't know how helpful this is for me. I'm graduating from high school this July and I am aiming for a mechanical engineering course in our local state university. I was also looking for a part-time job to help fund my education. I was considering being a cafe barista (which I also love doing) at first but when I knew about the mechanic position, it got me interested and I thought it would certainly help me get familiarized with my dream job. I absolutely love cars and I would love to get a job related to cars. Thanks for the video, Donut. Wish me luck on college!

[@diegosarmiento5700]

Ok, first, Nolan would be a great school counselor. Second, that Ify Nwadiwe shirt is a must-have. Third, I hope I can steer my career towards writing/content creation in automotive someday.

[@ItsMikeArre]

Nolan really encouraging me to apply for that Donut Media host job but I’m scared to fail 😭

[@sea_bass21]

I would try to but I'm not great with a camera or audience I just kinda like to do my own thing.

[@dori7965]

You can do it you never know if you’ll get in would love to see if you would join them goodluck dude!

[@sea_bass21]

@@dori7965 yeah but I also would HATE to move to California.

[@Engineering_Improvisation]

"Never let the fear of striking out prevent you from playing the game." - Babe Ruth

[@KhanJoltrane]

You’re going to fail a lot, and that’s ok! Regardless the interview experience is worth it and you’ll never hit the shots you never take

[@BoostAndRedline]

Very enjoyable video as always! Thank you!

[@singeenfeu]

good vid! I started last year doing oil changes and tires and now I'm set to be the floor manager for the coming winter rush. Our garage has a general mechanic area and I get to learn there and do some jobs every now and then. The trick is to basically find an area you're comfortable dedicating yourself to, be willing to start at the lowest position and show motivation to learn. Good luck out there.

[@ashinator9309]

Did you go to school or just start working?

[@Pablo-hr9ro]

This the video I need, I’ve been making plans on what to do in the automotive industry since I’m still young this will be my beginning after finishing high school

[@andrewbleazy]

Don’t become a mechanic if possible

[@jonbus766]

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[@brianhill4153]

@@andrewbleazy being a mechanic is alot better than being in sales.

[@andrewbleazy]

@@brianhill4153 they both suck equally. I’ve done both.

[@brianhill4153]

@@andrewbleazy I guess any commission job can be rough in a dealership. I'm a photographer, but I'm independent so there's not nearly as much pressure.

[@MopSpadowski]

I’ve been building cars in assembly plants for 17 years. I’m ready to be done with it.

[@unknownguy9736]

Do you get good money or not?

[@EjTnT]

I have been working in automotive as an external contractor doing It consulting for the last couple of years. I always get a kick when people are surprised that I actually know about cars. I have also learned so many different things about the business and the industry, that I would have never otherwise. This has probably been my most fun gig yet.

[@nathannieves9100]

Genuinely an amazing video. I chose to be a truck mechanic over a car mechanic a few years ago and hated it. Now I’m going to school for custom car work

[@adarshnair6653]

being a clueless petrolhead student, this is as motivating as anything I've heard in a while.

[@dhyxn8274]

I feel you brother. I think you're from Kerala. So am I.

[@grhead812]

Me too

[@jacobasuncion3132]

Same

[@Nikosstamos42]

Just send it man! everyone is clueless at the beginning of everything

[@ollie_3300]

Can relate

[@EZ_EZzzz]

This video comes in clutch since I'm tired of my job and I've been thinking of doing something I love which is along the lines of cars. Thanks :D

[@grantjones4544]

This video was extremely insightful. I've been thinking about going to college for mechanical engineering and this has definitely encouraged me to look more into it!!!

[@CourtneyCoulson]

This was actually quite inspiring, I have a background as a sewing machinist, but I want to work on cars now. It didn't occur to me that there were car upholstery jobs in my town until I looked it up after watching this video.

[@nasilemak868]

I wanna be a mechanic at a dealership just so I can film some "customer states" videos

[@jmoore112344]

It's not worth it. You'll be underpaid and overworked. Private shop Is the way to go.

[@yngfljm2277]

@@jmoore112344 You forgot to mention that this is only your opinion and not fact.

[@jmoore112344]

@@yngfljm2277 you are correct. It might be my opinion but it is based on real world experience. I make $6 more per hour doing the same work but with more lax time frames and generally more pleasant customers than I did at a dealership.

[@RicardoLopez-gr4xq]

@@yngfljm2277 he is right bro its not worth it to be a mechanic at a dealer

[@ghostwrench2292]

Be a mechanic at a dealership because you’re a fucking bad ass tech. If you want to fuck around and grab ass, be a lot attendant. Wrench for life!

[@silentw1979]

Easy non-commission jobs are most of the times in the administrative office, like sales secretary, title clerk, warranty cancellations, etc. Or, you could get into sales and ease your way into management of inventory. That’s what I did and I’m now the inventory manager for a large CJDR dealership in Texas working 9am-6pm M-F and not worrying about my next paycheck anymore. It’s all pretty much dealer trades, playing games on my phone, and driving around cool cars to different areas of my city/state. Definitely recommend that for any of you new guys

[@timetrialist]

I've been thinking of getting in the auto industry for a while I'm glad I watch this video. Thank you! ❤️

[@fabian9079]

Thank you so much for this video! I allready had the dream of becoming an car mechanic this has helped a lot!

[@autin4659]

of course they post this at a turning point in my life… about to be in college and working in a giant ice cream cone. nice.

[@jonbus766]

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[@yngfljm2277]

you lost me at working in an ice cream cone. I nearly wasted 5 mins trying to figure out what you mean lmao

[@jinmannn]

I finally graduated with a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering and have been on the job hunt in the industry for a couple months now! Heard back from a couple that sound very fun/interesting and I could not be any more excited to get started.

[@AnoopAswal28]

This video is one of my fav. From donut. So informative & motivating also. Thanks for this video.

[@vantage346]

I would love to get into racing but that will be pretty hard 😂

[@acreativename7999]

And expensive, I was in a small karting league for a while in the UK and that was extremely expensive unfortunately

[@EricJCaraballoso]

Plus, if you're old enough to type a cohesive comment here, you're probably too old to start racing.

[@air-headedaviator1805]

When it comes to a career in cars, you have to be dedicated to the long term, to really build at it everyday until it is a reality

[@MrGman636]

@@EricJCaraballoso Literally what I was going to say.

[@Im-the-greatest]

Practice, save money for toys. Get out there... and remember it's dangerous.

[@804_Rider]

I truly needed this right now, thank you DONUT MEDIA

[@azervacooper5851]

Thank you donut. I am working on becoming a mechanic (still in the high school information/study phase) this video will really help me.

[@SauceMan48]

Donut Media.. This might be the most important video yall have done. I agree with everything that was said. No doubt why you guys are making money and are the best on KZbin right now. Good job!

[@dez3994]

thanks donut! im doin an engineering class for my last 2 years of high school and this video is extremely helpful

[@jonbus766]

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[@brunako78]

I'm so glad you've mentioned Formula SAE! It doesn't have the recognition it deserves, and it teaches a lot of both technical skills and job life lessons that a normal engineering student wouldn't have learned any other way! Shot out to all my fellow partners involved in FSAE!

[@dingus153]

While I don't want to work in the automotive industry myself, this is how my dad did things. He did an apprenticeship as an Auto Electrician and has worked his way up to some pretty high up managerial roles in various companies. Persistence and hard work pays off

[@MazdaratiMan69]

My first job was a porter position at a local dealership, after bouncing around at different jobs I went to a lube shop and started learning more about cars. I went to school (didn’t work out, school isn’t for everybody even if it’s for something you like), now I’m a tech at a major retailer. I’d def start low and work your way up. I learned a lot from the techs when I was a porter. Highly recommend it

[@snivelywhiplashtc9065]

I just got an interview at a tire shop and I’m excited.

[@camhoff5333]

Rip, I did a walk-in interview at a tire shop and they were like awesome you are hired, and I’m like dope, then they asked if I was 18 and I wasn’t and now I’m like well fuck

[@rocksolidace8857]

I work at discount tire and trust me, I learned a lot more than I thought I knew

[@jgod1999]

This was my first week on my first job as a marketing specialist for a big dealership group in Colorado! Super excited to be apart of the automotive industry

[@GrandpaNutz]

Donut is quickly becoming the only reason I come to KZbin.. great work fellas!

[@phantomaviator1318]

I'm old enough to get a job now, so this is a great video for me. Thanks dudes!

[@crazymotoman]

Thanks for all your help Nolan 👍 your a good guy! idc what anyone else says about ya !

[@fluffernut5649]

Donut Media!! Thank you so much!! I am a 15 year old who really loves cars. I’ve been in love with the idea of working with them since I was little. I’ve done research and couldn’t find anything about the auto industry and their jobs. This video enlightened me, and gave me an idea of what I want to do, and how to do it. Thank you so much!!

[@Potatochipsanddip]

I love that getting into the automotive industry can be any car. Shit changing oil and tires for years can really get you somewhere in the automotive industry. This is why I love that I’m obsessed with cars cause sooo many jobs can get you around them.

[@Mousyy]

That whole section on photography can almost entirely be applied to content creation on youtube honestly.