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Scholarships, careers, and opportunities for MEP students. Links to more scholarship listings for continuing students, department scholarships, and external scholarships here: https://grainger.illinois.edu/admissions/costs/undergraduate.

  • NEW MEXICO LAB-EMBEDDED ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAM

    APPLY NOW!

    The New Mexico Lab-Embedded Entrepreneur Program (NM LEEP) is a two-year program tailored to help deep tech entrepreneurs bridge the gap between groundbreaking innovation and commercialization through tailored mentorship, business training, and the expertise and resources of Los Alamos National Laboratory. You will leverage our vast network of investors, government agencies, and world-class subject matter experts to advance your technology and find product-market fit rapidly.

    https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-RPP-NMLEEP-2026?utm_source=opportunity_digest&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=dpp_star

     Deadline May 8, 2026 @11:50PM Mountain Time Zone

     NEW MEXICO LAB-EMBEDDED ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAM

    Please view attachment for details and application information!

  • TRIO Upward Bound Is Hiring for Summer 2026

    TRIO Upward Bound College Prep Academy is searching for compassionate, outcomes-oriented, student-centered, and innovative individuals for several positions during our summer program.  APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL ALL POSITIONS ARE FILLED. 

     TRIO Upward Bound is a college preparatory program housed within the Michael L. Jeffries, Sr. Center for Access and Academic Success on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign. Our goal is to generate the skills and motivation necessary for high school completion, post-secondary enrollment, and completion.

     Positions available: Teachers (Must have a completed BA/BS); Summer Residential Program Assistant (UG/GRAD) and Overnight Summer Program Assistant (UG/GRAD)

     Anticipated dates:

     Staff training dates: May 18-22, 2026
     Staff program dates: June 27- July 31, 2026
     Program dates: June 28-July 31, 2026

    For questions, please e-mail trioupwardbound@illinois.edu or call TRIO Upward Bound at (217) 333-1889. Please see flyer for description and how to apply.

    Please see attachments for additional information!

  • Is Graduate School the Right Next Step for You?

    Thinking about graduate school, but not sure if it’s the right move?

     This session, delivered by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Engineering, provides a practical overview of the graduate school landscape: including why people pursue advanced degrees, how to evaluate whether it aligns with your goals, and what the application process really looks like.

     Designed for undergraduates, working professionals, and master’s students, this workshop will help you weigh the pros and cons, clarify your motivations, and begin mapping out your next steps with confidence.

    Register Now!

    Please see attachment for additional details!

    Presented By: N College of Engineering

  • IEEE Power & Energy Society SCHOLARSHIP PLUS INITIATIVE

    A Career-Changing Opportunity for Undergraduate Students

     The IEEE PES Scholarship Plus Initiative is now accepting applications for the 2026 cycle. This program rewards high-performing undergraduate students interested in power and energy with financial support and real-world career connections. 

    We were able to award 244 students with the scholarship in 2025, and our goal is to sustain this growth. We need your help promoting this opportunity. 

    What Selected Students Receive:

    •  Up to US$10,000 toward education expenses.

    •  Networking opportunities with industry professionals.

    •  Direct connections to P&E companies and internships

     How You Can Help: Please see our 2026 Promotional Kit, featuring a flyer and sample email to share with eligible students. All info regarding the scholarship can also be found on our website. The link to the application can be found here. Deadline to submit applications is 30 April 2026.

     Eligibility:

    •  Full-time undergraduate student with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

    •  Pursuing a degree in an IEEE designated field (including Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Physical Sciences, and more).

     •  Attending an ABET/CEAB-accredited university or college in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or Canada.

    •  Completion (or planned completion) of at least 3 courses related to power and energy.

    •  U.S. citizen, Canadian citizen, or U.S. permanent resident.

     For questions, please contact m.tees@ieee.org. Thank you for your support! 

     Our mailing address is: 

    IEEE Power & Energy Society 

    445 Hoes Ln 

    Piscataway, NJ 08854 


  • NACME C.A.S.E. Academy Spring 2026 Webinar: "NACME Corporate Scholars

    NACME Spring 2026 Webinar Series

    THURSDAY, MAR 12@ 7 PM ET


    Former participants in the Corporate Scholar Internship Program (CSIP) will share

    candid reflections on their internship journeys and the lessons they learned while

    working in professional engineering and technology environments. Panelists will

    discuss how they prepared for their internships, the expectations they encountered in

    the workplace, and the skills and strategies that helped them succeed.

    Please see attachment for details!


    Complete the RingCentral registration to receive the official link to the webinar.

  • Apply Today! Marine Energy Fellowship – Graduate Student Track, Fall Cohort

    The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hydropower Office enables research, development, and testing of emerging technologies to advance marine energy as well as next-generation hydropower and pumped storage systems for a flexible, reliable grid.

    Marine energy technologies convert the energy of waves, tides, and river and ocean currents into electricity and have the potential to provide millions of Americans with locally sourced, reliable energy. The DOE-funded Marine Energy Fellowship: Graduate Student Track will strengthen those efforts by preparing graduate students for careers in marine energy important to the Hydropower Office by providing opportunities at DOE laboratories, industry organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), nonprofits, and other DOE-approved facilities.

    Marine Energy Fellowship applications are reviewed (and offers are made) two times per year:

    Summer Cohort | Start Dates: May-July. Application Deadline: December 12, 2025 at 5:00pm ET. 

    Fall Cohort | Start Dates: August-October. Application Deadline: March 27, 2026 at 5:00pm ET. 

    Please see the attached flyer for sign-up information!

  • HAND ERC’s 2026 Research Experience for Undergraduates Program

    HAND ERC’s 2026 Research Experience for Undergraduates 

    Program (REU) is being hosted at Texas A&M University this summer.

     Alongside research, REU participants have the opportunity to build a professional network of peers and mentors. HAND will lead professional development training and workshops on topics like participatory methods, communication, and technical writing throughout the program. Our goal is for participants to end the summer with a better understanding of the importance and impact of robotics dexterity, as well as of their own professional goals and how to achieve them.

     HAND is thrilled to have this opportunity to build excitement for the democratization of robotics while enhancing robotics education across the U.S. as we develop future leaders in the field of robotics dexterity.  

     Please encourage the undergraduate students in your department and engineering school to apply for this unique opportunity.

     Program Flyer: Attached

    Application Link: https://hand-erc.org/ewd-reu

    Application Deadline: March 1, 2026

  • CMAA Scholarships

     SE3 puts family at the heart of our work, striving for excellence through teamwork, integrity, and faith in one another.

    Follow the link below for more information!

    CMAA - Student Scholarship & Chapters

  • The DOE SCGSR Program is Accepting Applications for 2026 Solicitation!

    Are you a Ph.D. student looking to energize your dissertation with world-class scientific power at a DOE laboratory or facility? The DOE Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program is now accepting applications for 2026 Solicitation 1, due May 6, 2026, 5:00 PM ET (https://apps.orau.gov/SCGSR/Account/Login). Attend the upcoming Application Assistance Workshops to learn more about the DOE SCGSR program, receive application guidance, and field questions to program area scientists!

    Please see attachment for Application Workshops!

  • Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Master of Science in Law

    Bring a new perspective to problem solving with Northwestern's Master of Science in Law

    In today’s rapidly evolving marketplace, STEM professionals must understand and anticipate the increasingly complex legal, regulatory, and business issues that impact their work. That’s why forward-thinking engineering and computer science majors are choosing to enroll in Northwestern's Master of Science in Law.

    Grainger Engineering In-Person Career Fair

     Wednesday, February 11th

     10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    in the Illini Union

    Grainger Engineering Virtual Career Fair

     Wednesday, February 25th

     11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    on Career Fair+

    Forward-thinking engineering and computer science majors are choosing to enroll in Northwestern's Master of Science in Law (MSL).

    With practical courses focused on real-world challenges facing the STEM fields, MSL students learn how to:

     Develop & manage intellectual property

    -    Navigate the regulatory process

      - Form businesses & devise strategies that foster innovation

      - Assess & utilize AI and big data

      - Communicate & negotiate with multi-disciplinary teams

    Sound interesting? Our streamlined admissions process requires no test scores or application fee, and we'll get back to you with a prompt decision.

    Can't Join Us at the Career Fairs?  We Can Still Connect! 

    We're eager to share how MSL courses, faculty, and student services can help broaden your career options. 

    You can request information here or meet with us to learn more!

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    "The MSL allowed me to become an interdisciplinary professional. I view problems from different perspectives, which makes me really stand out. I can integrate engineering principles and legal analysis at the same time. Not many engineers have this skill set." 

    Scott, MSL Graduate - Product Design Engineer