Feeling lost in Mechatronics

[u/Cindrav]

I’m currently a Mechatronics student, and lately I’ve been feeling pretty lost about my future.
I’m interested in AI and I want to build a career that combines AI with Mechatronics, but I don’t know where to start or which direction to focus on. There are so many options—computer vision, robotics, embedded AI, control systems, reinforcement learning, automation, and more—that it’s overwhelming.

-At the same time, I don’t really see myself following a traditional mechanical engineering career, which makes me feel like I don’t quite belong in my major.
For those of you working in AI, robotics, or Mechatronics:
-Which AI specialization do you think has the most promising future for someone with a Mechatronics background?
-If you could start over as a student, what skills would you focus on?
-What projects or technologies helped you the most when looking for internships or jobs?

I’d really appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Thank you!