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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.

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  • Paid Research Opportunity for Undergraduates | Columbia SURE Program

    Applications for the 2023 Columbia University - Amazon SURE Program are now open. SURE is a unique academic-industry collaboration created to foster career exploration at the frontiers of engineering research. 

    This 10-week summer research program in New York City is designed to support under-represented minorities and female-identifying students in STEM on their pathways into graduate school in engineering and science. A recent recipient of the INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Inspiring Programs in STEM Award, SURE has a reputation for helping students jumpstart their careers as researchers and academics.

    Please take note of the following key program dates:

    Application Priority Deadline: January 22, 2023 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled. Early application is encouraged.

    Selection Notifications: Early April 2023

    Students interested in applying can visit: https://bit.ly/CUSUREProgram for the program application or check out https://www.engineering.columbia.edu/columbia-amazon-summer-undergraduate-research-experience-program for more information.

    Any questions? Contact cuamazonsure@columbia.edu 

  • NSF REU at Ohio State in Biomechanics and Mechanobiology

    BUCKEYE REU will allow you to get hands-on research and professional development experience during their 10-week on-site summer research program. The opportunity is for students pursuing a STEM major, with an interest in biomechanics or mechanobiology (BMMB). This program will help you build research and professional experience that will support your pathway to graduate school! 

    BUCKEYE REU | Summer 2023

    Application Window: November 1, 2022 - February 10, 2023 at 11:59pm EST

    Program Dates: Monday, May 22 - Friday, July 28, 2023

    Website:  go.osu.edu/breuapply

    Questions? Contact us at eng-bmereu@osu.edu

  • First-Generation College Students Focus Opportunity at Capital One

    The First-Generation Focus (FGF) is a semester-based program designed to develop, support, and empower first-generation college students in their first and second year of college and help them gain greater confidence in the areas of Financial Well-Being, Career Readiness & Persistence, and Personal Wellness.  Other opportunities include mentorship, early internships, interview prep workshops, and continuous professional development and networking. 

    The students that join FGF are freshman and sophomore college students who: identify as first-generation, are currently enrolled at a college or university in the United States, and do not require sponsorship for employment authorization for future employment opportunities.

    Applications close January 18, 2022, and the new cohort is set to begin in February.  Once the cohort hits capacity, applications will be closed.

    If you have questions or want more information, email the FGF team at firstgenfocus@capitalone.com.

  • The HACIA Scholarship Foundation is accepting applications through January 20, 2023

    The HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation has established an undergraduate scholarship award for Hispanic students enrolled in an accredited university or college institution in curriculums related to the construction, architectural, or engineering fields of study.  Applicants should either reside in the Chicagoland area or attend a local Chicagoland area university.

    Since they have received a low number of applications for this year, the foundation has  extended the deadline to FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2023.

    If interested, apply at this link:

    https://www.haciaworks.org/the-hacia-scholarship-foundation-is-currently-accepting-applications-2023/

    Applicants can contact Neida Cintron, Event Manager/Assistant to Executive Director, at ncintron@haciaworks.org.

  • Virtual Career Fair for Internships and Fellowships with DoD on January 18, 2023

    Join the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) on January 18, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET for a virtual career fair highlighting STEM internship and fellowship opportunities for college students and postgraduates at U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) research facilities around the country!

    During the fair, attendees will have the chance to:

    • Explore paid internships and fellowships with DoD research facilities
    • Learn about DoD host facilities that host ORISE participants
    • Connect with ORISE program staff in 1-on-1 chats

    Dr. Victor Convertino, senior scientist with the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, will give a live presentation at the event.

    You may register at this link:

    https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/9bm5D?utm_medium=email&utm_source=starlistserv&utm_content=button&utm_campaign=vcf011823

    If you have any questions, please contact the Experience ORISE Team at ExperienceORISE@orau.org.

  • 2023 Technology Commercialization Internship Program

    Apply now for the Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) Technology Commercialization Internship Program.  Internships are for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in science, technology, mathematics, engineering, or business with an interest in entrepreneurship and technology commercialization.

    • Virtual Internships hosted by U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory
    • Stipend:  $850 per week
    • Internships will be for 10-12 consecutive weeks beginning on or about June 1, 2023.  Alternate dates may be considered depending on your class schedules and facility schedules.
    • In-person closing ceremony at a national laboratory.  Travel arrangements and reimbursement will be provided.

    You can find full details about this opportunity and work on your application through Zintellect.

    Application Deadline:  February 15, 2023, 8:00 AM EST

    If you have questions, visit https://orise.orau.gov/ott-internships/ or contact the OTT-Internships Team at OTT-Internships@orise.orau.gov.

  • 2022 – 2023 Fall Scholarship Cycle Opportunities – National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

    Many scholarship applications are available through the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) for Cycle 1 – Fall Cycle:

    https://www.nsbe.org/Collegiate/Education/Scholarships

    Review the full list with detailed criteria and apply if you are inclined.

    APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 6, 2023

  • 2023 NV5 Global, Inc. Scholarship Opportunities – National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

    NV5, a leading provider of compliance, technology, and engineering consulting solutions for public and private sector clients supporting infrastructure, utility, and building assets and systems, is providing 10 scholarships to be awarded in late winter/early spring 2023.

    Criteria

    GPA Requirement: 2.9 or higher

    Majors: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technology

    Regions: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

    Classification: Undergraduate Junior (3rd Year), Undergraduate Senior (4th Year), Graduate Student

    Residency Status: U. S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, Non-US Resident 

    Number of Awards: 10

    Award Amount: $5,000

    Weblink to Scholarship: https://www.nsbe.org/Collegiate/Education/Scholarships

    APPLICATION DEADLINE:  January 6, 2023 (11:59 EST)

  • 2023 Corporate Scholarships

    Some NACME Board Companies and Non-Board Companies are interested in students majoring in engineering and computer science to apply for scholarship funds and internship opportunities.  These scholarships are open to NACME Scholars and Non-NACME Scholars.

    Selected students will be awarded a $5,000 scholarship and internship with the sponsoring company.

    For students to be considered, they must apply on the scholarship link for each company located on the www.nacme.org/scholarships website. 

    APPLICATION DEADLINE:  January 5, 2023

  • Cyber Security Scholarship available for Fall 2023

    The application for the Illinois Cyber Security Scholars Program (ICSSP) for Fall 2023 is now open to Grainger College of Engineering undergraduate or graduate students who want to specialize in Cyber Security/Privacy, or School of Information Sciences graduate students in the MSIM or PhD program.

    This scholarship program is a CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) program at UIUC that provides funding for full tuition and a generous stipend.

    To apply for the scholarship, please visit http://publish.illinois.edu/cybersecurityscholars/.

    The application deadline is March 31, 2023.

    If you have any questions, please email iti-icssp-info@illinois.edu.

  • 2023 [ATP-BIO-RECRUITING1] NSF Research Opportunity for Undergraduates

    The Advanced Technologies for the Preservation of Biological Systems (ATP-Bio), an NSF Engineering Research Center, is excited to announce its 2023 Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)!

    The ATP-Bio REU is a 10-week research internship targeting STEM students nationwide who have not participated in prior research.  Students will spend their summer doing exciting, cutting-edge research to help “stop biological time” and radically extend the ability to bank and transport cells, aquatic embryos, tissue, skin, whole organs, microphysiological systems (“organs-on-a-chip”), and even whole organisms through a team approach to build advanced biopreservation technologies.  ATP-Bio REU students will work at the University of Minnesota, Massachusetts General Hospital, the University of California-Berkeley, the University of California-Riverside, or Texas A&M University.

    Lodging and travel are provided, along with a stipend.

    For more information about the program: https://www.atp-bio-education.org/atp-bio-reu-program-2023.

    Apply online at https://www.nsfetap.org/award/9/opportunity/566.

    Application Window:  December 1, 2022 – February 10, 2023, 11:59 PM ET

  • 2023 Summer Internship at UC San Diego, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Marine Physical Laboratory

    Applications are now being accepted for a ten-week summer internship opportunity in the Marine Physical Laboratory (MPL) at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, in La Jolla, California.

    The internship program is a great opportunity for motivated undergraduate students with exceptional aptitude for quantitative science majoring in oceanography, applied mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, geology and related majors to work with some of the most notable scientists in the world and learn about marine science and technology while earning a modest salary.

    More information can be found on UCSD’s website https://mpl.ucsd.edu/internships/, where applications will be accepted through 4 p.m. Pacific time on January 13, 2023.

    If you have any questions, please contact Eva Friedlander, the Summer Internship Coordinator at mpl-internship@ucsd.edu.

  • 2022-2023 Kevin T. Early Memorial Scholarship

    Applications are now being accepted for the 2022-2023 Kevin T. Early Memorial Scholarship, a poetry prize open to first-year undergraduates in all majors.  It awards $2000 to a student with freshman standing at UIUC for the 2022-2023 school year.

    The deadline for application is January 31, 2023. 

    For consideration, students must submit 5 poems via email to John Dudek, the Associate Director of Creative Writing in the Department of English (Jdudek4@illinois.edu).  The complete submission should not exceed 5 pages (So 1 poem to a page).  Submissions should be attached to the email as .docx (Word) files.

    The subject line of the email should read: “EARLY PRIZE SUBMISSION: Last name.”

    The body of the email should include the student's name, address, phone number, e-mail, UIN, and the titles of the poems.  The name should not appear on the entry file itself.

    If you have any questions, please email John Dudek at jdudek4@illinois.edu.

  • 2023 [NAMEPA] Penn State Drawdown Scholars Program

    Penn State is seeking talented applicants for its Drawdown Scholars Program taking place this summer from May 31 – August 3, 2023 on the Penn State University Park Campus.  The application is open to undergraduate students in any Major who are interested in Drawdown’s mission to reverse global warming

    Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or U.S. territories if not a full-time student at Penn State.  They must be at least 18 years of age with plans to graduate in December 2023 or later.

    The program has a student stipend of $525/week, on-campus housing is provided, and there is travel reimbursement up to $300 for those in need.

    Application Deadline:  January 20, 2023

    If you have any questions, contact Dr. Cindy Reed (chr10@psu.edu).

  • 2023 [NAMEPA] REU of the Laboratory for the Research for the Structure of Matter (LRSM)

    The LRSM, a National Science Foundation supported Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC), will offer up to twenty Summer Research Fellowships to undergraduates from colleges and universities in the United States who are majoring in science or engineering.  Students spend 10 weeks working on individual research projects under the supervision of a faculty member on a current materials research project in chemistry, physics, biochemistry, biophysics, materials science or engineering.

    The program runs from May 30 – August 4, 2023 and will carry a stipend of $6000 (Those with school schedules that interfere should still apply and note their situation in the comments section of the application).

    Application Deadline:  February 01, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

    Contact Ashley Wallace, Assistant Director, Education & Outreach, at walla3@seas.upenn.edu for any application specific questions.

  • Academic Strategies HDFS 199 for Neurodivergent Students

    Sign up for 2 credit hours of Academic Strategies HDFS 199 for Spring 2023.  The course is designed to improve the academic performance of students who struggle with study habits and academic responsibilities due to autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, dyslexia or other neurodiverse conditions.

    Most of the coursework is completed using tasks from other classes, and students are given time during lab to complete it.

    The course meets Tuesday/Thursday at 11:00 a.m.

    Email Dr. Jeanne Kramer at jjkramer@illinois.edu for Instructor Approval.

  • Professional M.S. degree in Engineering and Public Policy (EPP)

    The department of Engineering and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University continues to grow its professional M.S. degree in Engineering and Public Policy (EPP), adding nine new students this year. EPP students go on to careers in government, business, consulting, academia, and non-profits around the world.

    Prospective students can find out more on the website and apply via this application link – the deadline is December 15th. I encourage you to share the attached program flyer with anyone you think may be interested in applying.

  • Apply Now for a $5,000 NACME Corporate Scholarship feat. an Internship

    The NACME Corporate Scholars Program offers a one-time $5000 tuition scholarship coupled with a paid summer internship.

    Application Deadlines:

    • Dec. 2, 2022, regular deadline
    • Nov. 15, 2022, priority consideration

    APPLY NOW!

  • DOE Office of Environmental Management Graduate Fellowship ProgramDepartment

    The EM Graduate Fellowship Program, under the Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management (DOE-EM)’s Minority Serving Institutions Partnership Program, is designed to provide science and engineering students and graduates from Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) an opportunity for training and mentorship in targeted technical areas of interest and needs of the DOE-EM workforce.

    Program Details: https://orise.orau.gov/doe-environmental-fellowships

    Deadline: Dec. 31, 2022

    If you have any questions, please contact Phonecia Myers at Phonecia.Myers@srnl.doe.gov.

  • Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist (Enforcement Officer) at the EPA

    Are you interested in working for the EPA? There’s a Life Scientist/Environmental Engineer/Physical Scientist (Enforcement Officer) position open in our Chicago office. The position will be open from 11/29/22 to 12/5/22.

    This position is in Region 5, Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Division, Water Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Branch.  If selected, you must work at the location stated in this announcement. About Region 5: Region 5 website

    Learn more about this agency

  • General Engineer/Physical Scientist/Life Scientist position at EPA

    Application Deadline: November 7, 2022

    At the entry level of this position, you will:

    • Conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities for compliance with applicable regulations, permits, or other federal requirements.
    • Provide technical advice and information on analytical methods, sampling techniques, etc., related to specific program areas, functions, or activities.
    • Recommend enforcement actions based upon inspection findings and EPA enforcement policies.
    • Provide regulatory compliance assistance to facilities during inspections, investigations, and compliance assistance visits.
    • Provide assistance to regional personnel, other federal, state, local, to tribal agencies, industry representatives, concerned pubic citizens on technical aspects of EPA laws and regulations.

    Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/686500100

     

     

  • Career Transitions 💼Workshops at the SSSummit!

    Catch these exciting virtual workshops on "CAREER TRANSITIONS" at this year's STEM Success Summit!!

    • An Early Career Professional's Guide on the Transition From the Classroom to the Boardroom
    • Exchanging the Pipette for a Pen: Transitioning out of Academia into Science Writing
    • The Sky Is NOT The Limit: Practical Tips for Launching Your Career in The Space Industry

    If you haven't already, SIGN UP TODAY to access to the STEMedia Network platform and do not miss these and many more exclusive ۜsessions by registering as an in-person VIP; November 17-19, 2022.

    www.STEMSuccessSummit.com

     

  • Postdoc Opportunity in Fusion Energy – Stipend, Insurance, Travel

    Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is currently accepting applicationsfor the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Fusion Energy Sciences (FES) Postdoctoral Research Program.

    Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-FES-2023

    Application Deadline: January 11, 2023 5:00 PM EST

  • Marine Energy Graduate Student Research Program with U.S. Dept of Energy

    Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education is currently accepting applications for the 2022-2023 Marine Energy Graduate Student Research Program.

    Apply Today! https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-RPP-2022-MarineEnergy

    Application Deadline: December 2, 2022

  • Informational Session for Students Interested in Graduate School

    Join Virginia Tech's College of Engineering for one of our virtual information sessions! Learn about our graduate programs, opportunities, and more. Please feel free to share.

    • Info Session 1: Tuesday, November 8, 2022, 2:00PM-3:00PM EST

    https://applyto.graduateschool.vt.edu/regi.../InfoSessionCOE

    • Info Session 2: Tuesday, November 22, 2022, 4:00PM-5:00PM EST

    https://applyto.graduateschool.vt.edu/reg.../InfoSessionCOE2

    • Info Session 3: Tuesday, December 6, 2022, 1:00PM-2:00PM EST

    https://applyto.graduateschool.vt.edu/reg.../InfoSessionCOE3

  • ORISE Undergraduate Scholarship Competition

    Deadline: Wednesday, November 30, 2022, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time

    ORISE is hosting a research-based challenge for undergraduate students! Thechallenge is for students to develop an infographic to communicate the current leading ways toremove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Thorough submissions will include research on at leastfour current carbon dioxide removal methods, as well as research on new developments in carbondioxide removal. Your infographic could win you a $5,000 scholarship! The deadline for thiscompetition is Wednesday, November 30, 2022, and winners will be announced in late December.

    For complete details, please visit https://orise.orau.gov/resources/stem/scholarships.html.I

    f you have any questions, contact STEMEd@orau.org.

  • UIUC Grad School Information Session

    Graduate School Information Session

    Thursday, November 3

    4:30-6:00 p.m.

    213 Gregory Hall

    Are you thinking of furthering your education in a Master's or Doctoral program? Do you have questions about the admissions process, how to fund your graduate education, and when to start exploring your options?

    The Graduate College Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team is hosting a Graduate School Information Session. Join us to get the answers to these questions and many more!

     

    If you have questions about the event, please contact GradDiversity@illinois.edu

  • DOE Graduate Research Fellowship

    The Innovation in Buildings (IBUILD) Graduate Research Fellowship is now acceptingapplications through December 2, 2022 (5:00 PM EST).

    Program Website:https://ibuildfellowship.org/

    Information Webinar: Please note that there was an information session that was hosted on October 19, 2022. Links to the video and slides are available at the following.

    https://ibuildfellowship.org/about/

    Questions? Email IBUILD@orise.orau.gov. Please list the reference code [DOE-EERE-RPP-IBUILD-2022] for this opportunity in the subject line of your email.

  • Summer 2023 REU Opportunity at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering

    Summer Program Dates: May 30th, 2023 – August 4th, 2023 (10 weeks)

     · Research opportunity open to undergraduates in all STEM disciplines.

     · Stipend of $8,000 plus lodging, a one-time modest travel allowance, andone-time modest allotment for meals.

     · GRE prep course to get you ready for graduate school!

     · Many opportunities to choose from: CREST, DOW, DREAM, MSIPP, and RETREAT!

    Applications are due on December 1st, 2022!

     

  • USA Jobs Training Opportunity for How to Apply for EPA Positions

    The U.S. EPA invites students from all backgrounds, both STEM and non-STEM, to join us for an overview of the federal hiring process, including how to apply to paid internships and recent graduate opportunities. EPA hiring experts will answer your questions and give you the best tips on how to start your career at EPA!

    2 dates:

    Wednesday, October 26th 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST

    • Join TEAMS Meeting by clicking HERE

    Thursday, October 27th 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST

    • Join TEAMS Meeting by clicking HERE
  • The Law Degree for STEM Majors at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

    Northwestern Pritzker School of Law will be recruiting at the Illinois Graduate School Fair in the Illini Ballroom on Wednesday, October 19, for our Master of Science in Law (MSL). This one-year graduate program is a great option to help STEM students expand their career options and we would appreciate it if you could share this email with your Engineering students.

  • Internship Opportunity with DOE's Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management

    The Oak Ridge office of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s Office of Environmental Management (EM) is seeking fellows to engage in projects and activities related to DOE’s Legacy Clean-up Missions at East Tennessee Technology Park, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and Y-12 National Security Complex sites. EM's first priority is to ensure the safety and health of the public and EM's workforce while continuing to protect the environment. The Oak Ridge office carries out the mission using sound business practices, innovative management approaches, and science and technology to reduce risks and costs within the EM regulatory framework. The fellow will receive training, coaching and mentoring from the EM-92 branch chiefs to effectively accomplish appointment goals.

    The EM Oak Ridge office is seeking qualified candidates who possess the appropriate bachelor's/master's degrees in engineering, physical science, and business/accounting.

    Apply now: https://zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/OREM-2022

     

  • Career Development Opportunity for Sophomores and Juniors at the ICA

    The Illinois Consulting Academy (ICA) is accepting applications Monday, October 17 - Monday, October 24 from students of all Majors interested in the consulting industry, which has a growing number of Engineering talent.

    ICA students work on live consulting projects with live corporate clients, making this a great opportunity for Engineering students to hone their critical thinking, collaboration and communication skills. Please share this application link as much as possible:

    https://giesgroups.illinois.edu/ica/home/

  • ORISE virtual career fair to showcase FBI Visiting Scientist Program

    Join the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) on Wednesday,Oct. 19, from 12 to 3 p.m. ET for a virtual career fair showcasing research opportunities for recent graduates and faculty in the FBI Visiting Scientist Program!

    During the event, you’ll have the chance to:

    • Chat with FBI researchers and ORISE representatives
    • Learn about research conducted at the FBI Laboratory
    • Explore available research opportunities
  • Radio Flyer Internship Opportunity!

    Internship opportunities in:

    Accounting & Finance, Brand Communicationse, Bike Engineering, Human Resources, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Product Quality Engineering, Programming, Prototype Shop, Sales Analyst, Social Media, Supply Chain, Visual Communications & Design

    Learn more: https://www.radioflyer.com/internship-program

     

  • Campus Mental Health Fair

    Stop by this interactive event on Tuesday, October 26 from 1-3pm to learn about campus mental health resources for students. This event is open to the entire Illinois community.

  • Energy Engineering and Internship Opportunity with Slipstream

    Slipstream is looking to hire an Energy Engineering Intern — someone who willpartner with our team and evaluate the energy efficiency of buildings to help achieve clean energy and equitysolutions. Sound overwhelming? Interesting? Absolutely fascinating? Well, we are hosting an info session, “What isEnergy Engineering,” 10/11 and 10/19 from 6-6:45pm CT

    Link to Slipstream’s job portal: https://slipstreaminc.org/careers.

    Applicants should submit a resume and unofficial copyof your transcript no later than 11:55 PM (CST) Sunday, October 30th. Feel free to reach out with questions to Letty Loeza at lloeza@slipstreaminc.org 

  • STEM Success Summit

    This free virtual summit is designed to equip and empower students and early career professionals to launch successful and meaningful careers in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

    Application deadline extended to Oct. 17th at 11:59pm ET

  • ORISE virtual career fair to feature fellowship opportunities with the CDC and HHS

    Join the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) on Tuesday,Oct. 11, from 12 to 3 p.m. ET for a virtual career fair highlighting fellowship opportunities with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)!

    Sign Up

  • Silicon Valley Entrepreneurship Workshop

    Every year, the Technology Entrepreneur Center sends a select group of students to Silicon Valley during winter break for a week long technology entrepreneurship workshop that includes visits to startups and leading technology companies.

     

    Application deadline: October 3rd, 2022 @ 11:59 PM

  • University of Wisconsin-Madison Engineering Graduate Preview Event

    The College of Engineering at University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications forthe 2022 Opportunities in Engineering Conference (OPPS). OPPS is an opportunity foroutstanding undergraduate juniors and seniors to visit the UW-Madison campus andexplore graduate programs in engineering. The conference will be held fromWednesday, November 9 through Saturday, November 12, 2022.

    Deadline to apply: Friday, October 7, 2022 at 11:59PM CT.

  • Opportunity from Optica for Black undergraduates or master's level students in physics, chemistry, biology and engineering

    Amplify Optics Immersion Program, 15-18 October 2022

    This program is for students interested in learning more about light and light-based technologies impacting various fields such as biomedical, imaging andsensing, communications, the environment, lasers and laser technology, andquantum research and technology. The student does not have to be currentlyenrolled in an optics course – just have a strong interest to learn more about the field, research and career opportunities.

  • University of Oregon - LAUNCH

    Prospective graduate school applicants from historically underserved ethnic-minority populations are invited to apply to the Launch program! Launch allows students an in-person opportunity to explore the Bioinformatics & Genomics Master's Program at the University of Oregon and strengthen their graduate application.

    Apply By: Friday, September 30th, 2022

  • Mentoring Undergraduates in Science and Engineering (MUSE)

    Are you looking for a mentor?

    The Mentoring Undergraduates in Science and Engineering (MUSE) program is designed to foster mentoring relationships. The program aims to network undergradaute students with graduate students and to facilitate mentor-mentee relationships based on a common research interest. Participants define their own goals and the direction of the mentoring relationship.

    - Learn about graduate school and the application process
    - Learn about research and what it involves
    - Find opportunities to be involved in research projects
    - Seek advise on particular research projects
    - Shadow your mentor to learn about graduate school life

    Eligibility

    - Must be a University of illinois student
    - Must be enrolled in the College of Engineering

    To apply to participate in MUSE, please complete the information sheet on this MUSE webpage.

    Please visit the MUSE Website for more information.

  • Engineering Research Fair & International Research Symposium

    The Grainger College of Engineering Undergraduate Research in cooperation with International Programs in Engineering (IPENG) are sponsoring this fall's Engineering Research Fair and International Research Symposium on September 27, 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Illini Union Rooms A, B, and C.

    Students can drop by anytime during the fair to DISCOVER undergraduate opportunities, LEARN about science and engineering research, and CONNECT with the research community. Registration is free: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/817933978

    For inquiries, please email Engineering Undergraduate Research at engr-ugr@illinois.edu

  • Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program (URAP @ UI)

    Undergraduate students selected to be part of the program will begin work with their mentors in Spring 2023. As part of the program, students will (1) attend regular weekly class meetings (GC 295, Introduction to Undergraduate Research, 3 credit hours) with OUR instructors; and (2) work one-on-one with their research mentors, an average of 5-6 hours per week. As part of the course requirement, students will complete a final project, consisting of a poster, to be presented during the Undergraduate Research Symposium, an annual event sponsored by OUR.

    For more information about URAP, and to apply to the program, please visit our website: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/urap.html

    Application Deadline

    Deadline for applications is October 6, 2022 at 11:59pm.

    To apply, please visit: http://undergradresearch.illinois.edu/programs/urap.html

  • City Scholars

    Live, Learn, and Intern in Chicago with the UIUC Engineering City Scholars Don’t miss this opportunity to gain experience and connect with top-tier Chicago tech companies that can help you shape your career.

    Application is due September 22, 2022. Visit the City Scholars website for more information and to apply or email cityscholars@illinois.edu with questions.

  • Ohio State Graduate Engineering Open House 2022

    Greetings from Ohio State!

    The College of Engineering invites you to apply to the Graduate Engineering Open House (GEOH) which will take place this October. The priority deadline to apply is Monday, September 22nd and the final deadline will be Friday, October 14th. Travel funding available, but space is limited. Apply by the priority deadline for priority consideration.

    WHAT | This invite-only event aims to give prospective graduate students a preview of what Ohio State engineering has to offer and how we support your success.  The event is specifically aimed at underserved or underrepresented student populations including, but not limited to, female, racial and ethnic groups (African-American/Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American and Native Alaskan) historically underrepresented in STEM fields, veterans, LGBTQ+, and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. 

    Priority deadline: Monday September 22nd 

    WHEN | Friday and Saturday, October 28-29, 2022. View the full agenda here.

     

  • Technical Research and Development Intern 2023 (Paid)

    The paid Summer Internship Program is an opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a full-time BNSF employee. As an intern at BNSF, you’ll be given real-life, impactful assignments that will put your skills and education into practice. Your summer project will combine classroom experience and real-life business situations to provide value-added work to BNSF. 

    The program is designed to identify students BNSF hires as full-time Management Trainees after graduation. During your summer internship, you will get the chance to network with peers, our Business Resource Groups, and Senior Leaders throughout the BNSF network.  

    Anticipated Start Date: June 2023  Number of Positions: 1  Salary Range: $4,000 per month 

    APPLY EARLY AS THIS JOB MAY BE FILLED AT ANY TIME. 

  • Truman Scholarship

     The Truman Foundation identifies aspiring leaders at an important inflection point in their development – when they are college juniors – and recognize and reward their commitments to careers in public service. Although certainly accomplished, many are still largely untested. Yet when you look at what the now more than 3,300 Truman Scholars have achieved, our risk-taking is paying off. 

    Application deadline: February 7, 2023