Need expert advice for career planning and step by step guideto be a civil Designer?

I am a civil engineering student in 3rd semester now. I need expert advice on career strategy. I want to be a professional designer in this field and want to earn before my 5th semester. What I should do? Which books should I read? I believe in self knowledge. Which software should I learn? Can you provide step by step advice and learning advice for earning?
Experts: do advice.