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• Summer 2024 Undergraduate Health Equity Research Experience at Mayo Clinic

  Dec 4, 2023 10:30 am8 views

  The Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Institute and Mayo Clinic & Illinois Alliance invite outstanding undergraduates to apply for the 2024 Health Equity Research Experience at Mayo Clinic.  This 10-week summer program gives undergraduates the opportunity to examine health equity through hands-on research at Mayo Clinic.  Two Illinois undergraduate students will be matched with a faculty mentor and be fully immersed in the research and culture of a major medical center with top-notch scientists.  $6,000 will be awarded by the Mayo Clinic & Illinois Alliance to cover living expenses during the 10-week program. 

  Apply by Jan. 22

• EM Success Through Academic and Research Scholarship (STARS) 2024

  Nov 29, 2023 10:30 am1 views

  The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) Success Through Academic and Research Scholarship (STARS) program provides support for undergraduate students from Minority Serving Institutions pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and supports EM research and operations in: 

  • Advanced Manufacturing and other Mfg. Disciplines
  • Artificial Intelligence 
  • Cybersecurity 
  • Deactivation & Decommissioning 
  • Machine Learning
  • Robotics
  • Soil & Groundwater
  • Tank Waste

  The Office of Environmental Management (EM) seeks to continue engagement with students upon completion of the program, preferably as EM employees.

  Details about the application and supporting materials can be found at:

  https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EM-STARS-2024

  Applications are due January 22, 2024, 7:00 a.m.

  Recommendations are due January 29, 2024, 7:00 a.m.

• Industrial Decarbonization Fellowship with the U.S. Department of Energy

  Nov 22, 2023 9:30 am0 views

  The Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.  IEDO is seeking talented and passionate Fellows interested in supporting technical, programmatic, strategic, and policy efforts aimed at decarbonizing the industrial sector.  Fellows will collaborate closely with IEDO staff—including several former Fellows—and will develop a broad understanding of the potential of new technologies and current barriers to technology deployment across all of IEDO’s subprograms.  This Fellowship will last one year, with the opportunity to renew for additional years at the discretion of the sponsoring office.

  Apply today at https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-EERE-STP-IEDO-2024-1101

  Cohort 1 closes January 15, 2024 (Applications submitted before this date will be eligible for consideration to participate in this cohort).

  Cohort 2 closes on July 15, 2024 (applications submitted between January 16, 2024 and July 15, 2024 will be eligible for consideration to participate in this cohort).

• Udall Scholarship Information Sessions and Workshop

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  The Udall Scholarship awards $7,000 to sophomores or juniors who are taking action to address environmental concerns and plan on a career related to the environment.  1) Sophomores and juniors who are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or U.S. permanent residents and who are committed to a career focused on the environment AND 2) Native American sophomores and juniors who are interested in tribal policy and health care are eligible to apply.  A successful applicant will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate leadership and a commitment to service.  

  The University of Illinois may nominate up to six students for the Udall Scholarship.

  If you are interested in applying, please attend the informational sessions:   

  IN-PERSON Udall Scholarship Information Session
   Thursday, November 9th, 2023, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
   514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, Floor 5

  ONLINE Udall Scholarship Information Session
   Friday, November 10th, 2023, 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.
  Register in advance for this Zoom session.

  IN-PERSON Udall Scholarship Workshop
   Friday, November 10th, 2023, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
   514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, Floor 5

  The required campus deadline is January 29, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.

• ORISE Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunity, Artificial Intelligence in STEM

  Nov 15, 2023 11:15 am4 views

  To showcase Artificial Intelligence (AI) in STEM, ORISE is hosting a research-based challenge for undergraduate students.  The challenge is for students to develop an infographic to communicate how AI is used in STEM disciplines.  Thorough submissions will illustrate how AI is applied in STEM fields, focusing on key principles, practical applications, pioneering uses, ethical considerations, and/or future prospects.  Your infographic could win you a $5,000 scholarship.

  The deadline for this competition is Thursday, November 30, 2023, and winners will be announced in late December.

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

• 2024 Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program with the Department of Energy

  Nov 10, 2023 9:45 am0 views

  The Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program (MEISPP) provides 12-week summer internship opportunities within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students and recent graduates from eligible Minority Serving Institutions.  The DOE is committed to Energy Security, Nuclear Security, Scientific Discovery and Innovation, Environmental Responsibility, Management Excellence, Cyber Security, Safeguards and Security, and Technological Advancement.  

  Program Dates:  May 20 – August 9, 2024

  Apply at this link:

  https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-MEISPP-2024

  Deadline:  February 15, 2024, 10:59 p.m.

• Engineering Student Admissions Representatives (ESTARs) for Spring 2024

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  The Grainger College of Engineering is currently hiring Engineering Student Admissions Representatives (ESTARs) for Spring 2024.  ESTARs host on-campus tours and visits with prospective/admitted students and their families.

  For more information and to apply, please visit this link.

  Application Deadline is November 17, 2023.

• Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Transportation Security Laboratory (TSL) Summer Program 2024

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  The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Transportation Security Laboratory (TSL) Visiting Scientist Program is offering 10-week summer internships for undergraduate and graduate students in 2024.

  In order to be considered, undergraduate applicants must meet each of the following criteria:

  • Be a sole U.S. citizen.  Dual citizens are considered foreign national and are ineligible for this opportunity.
  • Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
  • Be enrolled as a full-time student at a U.S. accredited college or university pursuing a degree in physics, chemistry, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or similar major at the time of application.

  To learn more and apply, visit: https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DHS-TSL-Summer-2024.

  Application Deadline is January 16, 2024.

• SmallSat Alliance Collegiate Space Competition 2024

  Nov 2, 2023 10:15 am0 views

  The Small Sat Alliance (SSA) invites tomorrow’s space leaders – today’s college students – to propose solutions to 21st century space challenges as it launches its 2nd annual Collegiate Space Competition (CSC).  This year, the CSC will revisit two topics, Orbital Debris and Environmental Monitoring, for students to propose solutions to.  Students may participate as individuals or as a team to craft a dynamic response to one of the topics that includes technical and policy considerations.  Students/teams who have submitted before may not reply to a prompt for which they have already submitted with the same/similar content or approach; however, returning students are encouraged to submit entirely new and original responses given that there are many approaches to solving these challenges.

  For all interested students, the 2023-2024 Competition Portal opens on October 31, 2023 and closes on April 15, 2024.

• Engineering Internships and Co-Ops at Trane Technologies

  Oct 27, 2023 10:15 am6 views

  Trane Technologies, which includes Trane and Thermo King, has many internships and co-op openings across the United States.  Trane provides a lot of support for interns and encourages them to apply for the Accelerated Development Program after graduation. General information is at Trane Technologies | Early Careers and specific referrals are below: 

  BS or MS student in Electrical Engineering:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCLKPXkj

  BS or MS student in Electrification:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCnfhXkl

  BS or MS student in Electrification:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRClshXkm

  BS student in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or General Engineering:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCndSXkn

  BS or MS student in Mechanical Engineering:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCYloXko

  BS student in Applied Physics or any Engineering:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCy56Xkp

  Engineering Co-Op in Panama City, Florida:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCG.iXkq

  Engineering Co-Op in La Crosse, Wisconsin:  http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCP_MXkr

  Engineering Co-Op in Minneapolis, Minnesota:   http://phxc1a.rfer.us/IRCrphXku

  Trane has many opportunities and works to find a spot that fits interns’ interests.

• Summer Undergraduate Research or Internship Experience in Acoustics

  Oct 27, 2023 9:00 am2 views

  The Acoustical Society of America (ASA) will be running a 12-week PAID summer undergraduate research program for students interested in the area of Acoustics.  This intensive summer program in acoustics is designed for underrepresented undergraduate students from across the country.  The program will emphasize training, mentoring, research, and preparing students for graduate studies and careers in acoustics.

  Visit Summer Undergraduate Research or Internship Experience in Acoustics (acousticalsociety.org) or contact Kay Hatlestad at kay.hatlestad@trane.com for more information.

  Students may apply at this link:

  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScg7RFJN7CKVqDCZ-85hnaxmTPQ-foKrJmvObpnLPxDLvj8TA/viewform

  Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis beginning January 5, 2024.  Notifications will be sent by February 2024.

• 2023 ORISE Virtual Career Fair

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  When:  November 2, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

  This virtual event will highlight ORISE-administered internship and fellowship programs for college students, recent graduates, and faculty at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and National Science Foundation (NSF).  The fair will include a live presentation on opportunities through ORISE, and program representatives will be available to connect with attendees in 1-on-1 chats throughout the event.

  Register here:

  https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/WQmVm?utm_medium=email&utm_source=star-listserv&utm_campaign=vcf110223

• DOE WDTS Summer Internship Fair

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  When:  November 8, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

  Join the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Science, Office of Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists (WDTS) to learn more about the DOE's summer 2024 Community College Internships (CCI) and Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) programs!  These stipend-based, 10-week programs provide technical training and research opportunities at DOE national laboratories and other facilities.  During the event, representatives from the DOE and the national laboratories will be on hand to connect with attendees in 1-on-1 chats.

  Register here:

  https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/lxegv?utm_medium=email&utm_source=star-listserv&utm_campaign=doefair110823

• Webinar: Discover Available ORISE Summer Internships Today!

  Oct 26, 2023 4:30 pm1 views

  When:  November 16, 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

  During this informational session, attendees will learn more about summer 2024 ORISE-administered internship and fellowship opportunities that are actively recruiting.  You will hear from the source about the different sponsoring agencies, the eligibility requirements for each program, and the application requirements and deadlines.

  Register here:

  https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_a2sfGQJDRj2xZCf0THjKHw#/registration

• DOE Scholars Program

  Oct 26, 2023 4:15 pm3 views

  The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is now accepting applications for the DOE Scholars Program.  The DOE Scholars Program offers direct exposure to and participation in projects and activities in DOE mission-relevant research areas and development of professional networks with leading scientists and subject matter experts.  

  Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-Scholars-2024-Gen

  Application Deadline:  February 15, 2024, 10:59 PM

• 2024 Mayo Clinic Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Preselection for Illinois Students

  Oct 26, 2023 4:00 pm0 views

  The Illinois preselection period is now open for Mayo Clinic’s Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF), a 10-week program that invites students to work alongside Mayo Clinic researchers on cutting-edge biomedical research.

  This special preselection process allows University of Illinois students to submit their SURF application to a selection committee of Illinois faculty and staff.  Up to seven of Mayo Clinic’s prestigious fellowships are reserved for Illinois sophomores and juniors who are seriously considering a biomedical research career as a PhD or MD-PhD.  Eligibility and program details can be found on the Mayo Clinic & Illinois Alliance website. 

  The deadline to apply is Monday, November 6.

• NACME Corporate Scholarship Program

  Oct 19, 2023 8:30 am9 views

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

  Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply: 

  • United States Citizen or Permanent Resident and an Underrepresented Minority (URM) 
  • Enrolled full time and/or a full-time matriculating student at a NACME partner university 
  • Majoring in Engineering and/or Computer Science fields
  • Students meeting the above criteria who are NOT currently a NACME Scholar ARE eligible to apply. 
  • Current NACME Scholars are also eligible to apply. 

  Apply now at this link:

  https://www.nacme.org/scholarships

  Application Deadlines:

  • November 15, 2023, Priority Consideration
  • Rolling Deadlines – Check each scholarship.

• NNSA Minority Serving Institution Internship Program – Final Reminder

  Oct 18, 2023 1:30 pm1 views

  The National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP) is now accepting applications for internships starting in the summer of 2024 for undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled at Minority Serving Institutions.  12-week summer internships begin on June 3, 2024 and end on August 23, 2024.  Year-long internships, beginning on June 3, 2024 and ending on May 23, 2025, include full-time participation during the summer and part-time participation during the academic year.

  You may register for one of NNSA-MSIIP’s webinars to learn more about the program:

  https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsdeygpjkvE4GilL6VXS3QHqPcLVTU_Pg#/registration

  Apply for the NNSA Minority Serving Institution Internship Program at this link:

  https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/2024-NNSA-MSIIP

  Application Deadline: October 22, 2023 at 10:59 p.m.

• Become A Tutor for CARE

  Oct 18, 2023 1:00 pm3 views

  The Center for Academic Resources in Engineering (CARE) is now accepting applications for CARE Tutors for the Spring 2024 semester.  

  Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled student at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Preference for undergraduate engineering students
  • Completion of at least 24 credit hours of undergraduate coursework
  • Must have received a B or higher on targeted course at Illinois
  • Must be in good academic standing (3.2 GPA or higher).
  • Target courses for tutoring are combination of Math, Physics, Chemistry, and 100/200 level engineering courses

  Go to this link for more information:

  https://care.grainger.illinois.edu/tutoring/become-a-tutor

  Applications will be accepted from October 16 - 27, 2023.

• HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Application

  Oct 17, 2023 4:00 pm23 views

  The HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation has established an undergraduate scholarship award for Latino students enrolled in a technology, architecture, engineering, construction, and professional services industries curriculum at an accredited university.  The Scholarship Committee will be selecting candidates for a monetary award of $5,000 to be used toward college costs.

  To receive the fullest consideration, Scholarship Applications must be either received via email or postmarked by Friday, December 8, 2023.  Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

  Please see attached PDFs for 2024 College School Application and Checklist for the Scholarship Application.

  Application: https://files.blogs.illinois.edu/files/578/1884927927/219693.pdf

  Checklist: https://files.blogs.illinois.edu/files/578/1884927927/219693.pdf

• U.S. Department of Defense SMART Scholarship – December 1, 2023 Deadline!

  Oct 16, 2023 4:45 pm4 views

  The Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program is accepting applications until December 1, 2023.

  SMART is a combined educational and workforce development opportunity for STEM students.  SMART scholars receive full tuition, annual stipends, internships, and guaranteed civilian employment with the U.S. Department of Defense after graduation.

  Begin Your SMART Scholarship Application at this link:

  https://tinyurl.com/yck3e64p

• NSBE’s 2023 Fall Scholarship cycle is now open!

  Oct 16, 2023 4:45 pm1 views

  The National Society of Black Engineers’ 2023 Fall Scholarship cycle is now open!

  To apply for scholarships or to learn more, go to nsbe.smapply.io.

  To view and apply for scholarships, you must renew your NSBE membership for the year and have a verified GPA in your membership profile.

  The deadline to apply for Fall Scholarships is January 5, 2024, at 10:59 p.m.

  For scholarship questions, or if you experience problems accessing scholarships, please email scholarships@nsbe.org.

• Community-Academic Scholars Program: November 9th Information Session

  Oct 16, 2023 4:00 pm1 views

  Spend your summer conducting research that makes an impact on our local community through the Community-Academic Scholars Program.  This 10-week summer undergraduate research experience empowers Illinois students from any major to work with an Illinois researcher and community organization on a project designed to directly benefit the community.  Hear from past scholars and learn more at a virtual information session on November 9, 2023 at 6:30 p.m.  Register for Zoom details and a link to the recorded info session

• SmithGroup Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Scholarship Program

  Oct 12, 2023 4:15 pm1 views

  The SmithGroup Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Scholarship Program provides students from historically underrepresented demographics with the opportunity to attain their professional goals while advancing the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) industry and improving the built environment.  Applicants must be current undergraduate (at least a junior level standing) or graduate students in an accredited architecture, interior design, planning, landscape architecture or engineering program in the United States. 

  This scholarship includes a one-time award of $6,000 to offset the student's tuition at their current academic institution (5 scholarships are awarded each year).  Additionally, the scholarship recipients serve as paid summer interns at SmithGroup offices across the United States (Internship is a program requirement).

  Go to this link to learn more about the application process:

  https://www.smithgroup.com/jedi-scholarship

  The 2024 applications will close on November 30th.

  For questions about the SmithGroup J.E.D.I. Scholarship program, please submit an email to scholarships@smithgroup.com.

• Information Sessions for Agricultural & Biological Engineering (ABE) and Engineering Technology & Management for Agricultural Systems (ETMAS)

  Oct 12, 2023 4:00 pm0 views

  If you are considering a major in Agricultural & Biological Engineering (ABE) or Engineering Technology & Management for Agricultural Systems (ETMAS), they are hosting a tour of their facilities and brief information sessions on Thursday, October 19th at 4:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, October 25th at 1:00 p.m.

  Sign up to join them for a tour and one of their brief information sessions at this link:

  https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/305702533

• DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions now accepting applications

  Oct 11, 2023 9:00 am2 views

  The Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research program is now accepting applications for internships starting in the summer of 2024.  The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors the Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program for undergraduate and graduate students.  HS-POWER is open to students majoring in a broad spectrum of homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines as well as DHS mission-relevant research areas which includes social sciences.  As a participant in the HS-POWER Program, you will participate in quality research experiences with federal research facilities and other DHS-STEM focused entities nationwide, and establish connections with DHS professionals.  Appointments will be for 10 consecutive weeks during the months of May – July. 

  Apply at the following link:

  https://zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DHS-POWER-2024-SUMMER

  Application Deadline:  December 15, 2023 at 10:59:59 PM

• General ELA applications for Fall 2024 are now open!

  Oct 10, 2023 4:15 pm2 views

  The applications for upper-class students to serve as Engineering Learning Assistants (ELAs) for ENG 100, ENG 101, and ENG 398 in Fall 2024 are now open!  New General ELAs are expected to complete a 12-week training course (ENG 377) in Spring 2024 and work about 5 – 10 hours per week during the Fall 2024 semester.   Wages for General ELAs in Fall 2024 will be $14/hour. 

  Current sophomores and juniors who are in good standing and eligible to work in the US are invited to apply by Wednesday, October 25 at https://go.illinois.edu/FA24_ELA.

  Full position descriptions for ENG 100 & 101 ELAs can be found here: https://students.grainger.illinois.edu/gfx/general-ela-position/ 

  For ENG 398, detailed position descriptions are available at: https://students.grainger.illinois.edu/gfx/general-ela-position-eng-398-/

• Spring 2024 Jamaica Leadership Study Abroad

  Oct 10, 2023 3:00 pm4 views

  Application Deadline:  October 15, 2023

  This Engineering faculty-led study tour in Petersfield, Jamaica explores leadership in a global context during 2024 Spring Break.  Participation in the travel component requires enrollment in ENG 298 during the Spring 2024 semester.  

  If interested in this study abroad program, complete the application at this link by October 15, 2023:

  https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=11995

  The cost of the program will be $3,500 or less.  This includes room and board, all activities, and all meals except for those at the airport.  To offset some of these costs, apply for the Grainger Engineering International Scholarship and Additional Scholarship Opportunities to Explore .

  If you have any questions, Use Bookings to make an appointment with Hannah Dougherty, Academic Advisor and Coordinator of International Programs in Engineering (IPENG). or email her for availability at doghrty2@illinois.edu.

• Louis Stokes Midwest Regional Center of Excellence Conference

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  The Louis Stokes Midwest Regional Center of Excellence (LSMRCE) is hosting its 2023 annual conference, "Inclusion by Design: Nurturing Diversity in STEM," on November 3 – 5, 2023 at the Hilton Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center in Oak Brook, Illinois.  This conference offers students, faculty mentors, educational researchers, and program administrators a platform to exchange knowledge and cultivate a community of practitioners and scholars in broadening the participation of underrepresented minorities in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).  More conference details are available at this link. 

  Registration is open until November 1, and the hotel room block for the conference is open until October 21.

• Goldwater Scholarship Information Sessions & Workshop

  Oct 6, 2023 10:00 am2 views

  If you are a sophomore or junior in a STEM field who has had meaningful research experiences and you plan on pursuing a Ph.D. in science, math, or engineering, the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship is for you!

  Eligibility
  Sophomores and juniors who in the upper quarter of their class (typically a minimum of 3.5 GPA) and who are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents are eligible to apply. 

  The Goldwater scholarship provides $7,500 per full academic year for undergraduate educational expenses.  Sophomores can expect to receive funds for a maximum of two years, while juniors can expect to receive funds for a maximum of one year.  All applicants MUST be committed to pursuing a Ph.D. in the research fields of mathematics, science, or engineering. 

  Students who plan to study medicine are eligible ONLY if they plan on a research career rather than a career as a medical doctor or veterinarian in a private practice.  Typical fields of study include, but are not limited to, applied science, astronomy, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, computer science, entomology, environmental science, genetics, geology, mathematics, microbiology, neurobiology, physics, zoology, and all fields of engineering.  Illinois may nominate up to 4 students for the Goldwater Scholarship. 

  Get tips about applying from recent Illinois Goldwater Scholars.

  Deadline 
  The required campus deadline is November 27, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. (noon).

  Application Preparation
  If you are interested in applying, please attend informational sessions: 

  IN-PERSON Goldwater Scholarship Information Session
  Thursday, October 12, 2023, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, Floor 5

  ONLINE Goldwater Scholarship Information Session 
  Friday, October 13, 2023, 9:00 a.m. -10:00 am
  Register in advance for this Zoom session.

  IN-PERSON Goldwater Scholarship Workshop
  Friday, October 13, 2023, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, Floor 5

  For more information, contact the scholarships office at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit their website at www.topscholars.illinois.edu 

  Book time with Lara Kusnetzky here 

  Book time with David Schug here

• Truman Scholarship: An Opportunity for Illini Who Want to Change the World

  Oct 4, 2023 10:30 am2 views

  The prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship is available to College Juniors who are U.S. citizens with a record of strong academic work, leadership, community service, and commitment to a career in public service.  The scholarship awards $30,000 for use toward a graduate degree in public service fields.  Public service includes government, uniformed services, public interest organizations, non-governmental research or educational organizations, public and private schools, and other non-profit organizations.  Recipients of the scholarship are required to work in public service for three of the seven years following completion of a Foundation-funded graduate degree program; this is a non-negotiable condition of receiving funding.

  Application Deadline: The campus deadline for submission is November 6, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.

  Application Preparation
  If you are interested in applying, please contact the National and International Scholarships Program at topscholars@illinois.edu to schedule an appointment.  Appointments are generally scheduled for 1 hour and can be either in-person or through Zoom meetings.  The scholarships office is located at 514 Illini Union Bookstore Building, Floor 5.

  Material Review Policy 
  If you would like your scholarship materials reviewed, those materials must be submitted as email attachments along with a few dates and times you would be available for an appointment no earlier than 2 business days after your submission.

  For more information, visit the university’s website for the National & International Scholarships Program at www.topscholars.illinois.edu.

• Amplify Scholarship: Investing in Future Black Scientists

  Oct 4, 2023 10:00 am21 views

  Application Dates:  October 3, 2023 – November 17, 2023

  The Optica Foundation provides direct funding and support to Black students passionate about physics, engineering, and light-based technologies.

  Each year, 10 Black undergraduate or graduate level students receive a $7,500 scholarship to help ease the financial burden of college.  Other benefits include a one-year members to Optica, access to mentors, and an invitation to the 2024 Amplify Optics Immersion Program. 

  Applicants must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or master's student at a university with at least one year left to complete their education. 

  Undergraduates: have a major in physics, math, chemistry, or engineering and a demonstrated interest in optics and photonics.

  Master's students: have a major and/or concentration in optics or photonics demonstrated with your research and coursework. (If you are a master's student who plans to continue on to a Ph.D. but have not yet finished your master's, you are eligible).

  To learn more about Amplify Black Voices in Optics, go to this link:

  https://www.optica.org/get_involved/diversity_inclusion/engagement_opportunities/amplify/

  To apply for scholarship, go to this link:

  https://apply.osa.org/

• Virtual GEM Consortium Getting Ready for Advanced Degrees (GRAD) Lab on October 7, 2023

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  Carnegie Mellon University is hosting the GEM Consortium Getting Ready for Advanced Degrees (GRAD) Lab, virtually, on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 9:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  GEM GRAD Lab offers underrepresented students exposure to the benefits of research and technology careers in applied science and engineering in a highly interactive one-day event.

  Register and see full event information at the link below:

  https://www.gemfellowship.org/tec-event/gem-grad-lab-hosted-by-carnegie-mellon-university/

• Carnegie Mellon Engineering & Public Policy MS Online Information Session on October 10, 2023

  Oct 2, 2023 1:15 pm4 views

  Carnegie Mellon's Engineering & Public Policy (EPP) Department offers an MS program that gives students skills to address policy issues where the scientific and technical details matter.  Carnegie’s EEP MS Program will be hosting an online information session on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

  RSVP Here! 

  The information session is an excellent opportunity to learn more about Carnegie’s Engineering and Public Policy MS program and the graduate school admission process, and to have questions answered by faculty and staff.

• Graduate School 101: Engineering Edition! Sponsored by the U.S. Graduate Engineering Consortium

  Sep 27, 2023 1:00 pm0 views

  This Webinar will cover what it takes to be and become a graduate student (MS and PhD), how you can gain more experience to be competitive through Summer Research, and the many career avenues that you can take with a graduate school degree.

  Date and Time:  December 6, 2023 at 6:30 PM

  Register here:

  https://osu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U_T3hcUMSXi_m8bTpBq6tA#/registration

• Purdue Engineering Virtual Graduate Showcase and Engineering Education Open House in October

  Sep 25, 2023 3:15 pm3 views

  On October 1 – 2, meet Purdue Engineering Staff and Faculty, and learn about both graduate research and summer undergraduate research programs at the Purdue Engineering Virtual Graduate Showcase .  This free, online, and interactive event also includes On Demand resources and access to an Application Fee Waiver for participants.

  You can learn more about pursuing your graduate degree at the World's First Engineering Education Academic Unit at Engineering Education Open House - October 26 - 27 in West Lafayette, IN or online.

• [NAMEPA] Preparing for Graduate School Applications: Engineering Edition! Webinar with Top Graduate Engineering Universities

  Sep 25, 2023 2:30 pm2 views

  Get ready for graduate school applications with mentorship from top engineering schools around the United States.  The National Association of Multicultural Engineering Program Advocates (NAMEPA) is hosting two identical sessions – on September 25 and October 18 – to cover the basics of applying to graduate school and share tips for making your application stand out from the crowd.

  Available Dates: 

  September 25, 2023 - 7:30 PM | Register

  October 18, 2023 - 6:30 PM | Register
  
  Sponsored by:  Berkeley, Georgia Tech, University of Michigan, Northeastern, NYU, Ohio State, Purdue University, Rice University, University of Southern California

  
  Where:  Zoom (Details provide upon registration)

  If you have questions about accessing the webinar, contact Nina Parshall at parshall.8@osu.edu.

• Community Energy Innovation Prize - Seeking Student Applicants

  Sep 25, 2023 2:15 pm1 views

  The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is administering the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Community Energy Innovation Prize and is seeking both student and community organization applicants for funding.  The Community Energy Innovation Prize is designed to fund student groups and organizations that are creating a more inclusive and equitable innovation ecosystem in climate and renewable energy technologies.  In the Collegiate Track, a total prize pool of $450,000 is available for student-led teams to work alongside a community partner on a project related to the clean energy transition.

  There is an upcoming webinar on October 2, 2023 at 3pm E.T. for college students interested in this prize.

  Collegiate Track submissions are due on November 3, 2023.

  More details are provided at this link:

  https://www.energy.gov/eere/articles/us-department-energy-launches-prize-support-clean-energy-innovation-underserved

• Ask Virginia Tech About Graduate School

  Sep 25, 2023 2:00 pm2 views

  If you are interested in pursuing a Master's or PhD in Engineering, Virginia Tech has a diverse team of over 30 exceptional CEED Graduate Ambassadors who are enthusiastic and ready to share their wealth of knowledge about the graduate school experience.

  You can explore the Graduate Ambassadors’ profiles on Virginia Tech’s web page for the Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Diversity (CEED) Graduate Ambassadors at this link:

  https://eng.vt.edu/ceed/ceed-graduate-programs/partnerships/graduateambassadors.html

  CEED Graduate Ambassadors can also be contacted with any questions or inquiries through a convenient online form:

  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3xXnxBWNoxkUfcXQzHZHaYshjUTvDLNZgcuGw2lB7NfTk2w/viewform

• Live, Learn and Intern in Chicago this Spring with City Scholars

  Sep 7, 2023 2:45 pm4 views

  City Scholars connects Chicago's leading tech companies with top engineering talent from the Grainger College of Engineering during the Spring 2024 semester.  The City Scholars program is open to undergraduate engineering students specializing in Computer Science, CS + X, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering.

  The deadline to apply is September 20, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.

  If interested, apply here:

  https://cityscholars.grainger.illinois.edu/students/city-scholars-internship/application-and-eligibility

   

   

• Community Energy Fellowship Program

  Sep 7, 2023 2:15 pm2 views

  The Community Energy Fellowship Program (CEFP) sponsors candidates from diverse backgrounds to spend 18 months embedded in state, local, and tribal governments (Hosts) learning about and assisting in the implementation of clean energy projects and programs.

  To learn more about CEFP, click on this link:

  https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-STP-SCEP-CEFP-2023

  The application deadline is October 8, 2023 at 10:59 p.m.

  If interested, apply at this link:

  https://www.zintellect.com/Account/ApplicantRegister/20709

   

• ILEW 2023 x GE Appliances Fall Scholarship Application - Latinas in Engineering

  Sep 6, 2023 4:15 pm2 views

  General Electric (GE) Appliances will be awarding TWO $1,000 scholarships through the Diana Iracheta Foundation NFP 501c(3) for the purpose of supporting Latinas studying engineering.  If selected, applicants may have the opportunity to participate in an internship/Co-op at GE Appliances.

  The scholarship application will close on September 7, 2023.

  You can access the scholarship application here: https://ilew.online/scholarships/ and the career fair registration for 2023 International Latina Engineer Week (ILEW) here: https://ilew.online/career-fair/. 

  You can find more information and get your tickets at https://latinaengineer.com/ILEW/.

• Invitation for 2023 International Latina Engineer Week (ILEW), Career Fair and Scholarships

  Sep 6, 2023 4:00 pm3 views

  Latina Engineer and the Diana Iracheta Foundation NFP are bringing scholarship opportunities to all participants of International Latina Engineer Week (ILEW), an event connecting women in engineering and providing resources for them to succeed in STEM fields.  They will be selecting one full-time and one part-time scholarship recipient.

  The scholarship application will close on September 7, 2023.

  You can access the scholarship application here: https://ilew.online/scholarships/ and the career fair registration here: https://ilew.online/career-fair/.

  You can find more information and get your tickets at https://latinaengineer.com/ILEW/.

• Ohio State Graduate Engineering Open House

  Sep 6, 2023 3:15 pm1 views

  Ohio State’s College of Engineering is now accepting applications for their annual Graduate Engineering Open House (GEOH), which will take place on October 27, 2023.  This exclusive event is designed to provide a sneak peek into the offerings of the Ohio State graduate engineering program.  

  The priority deadline to apply is Monday, September 18th, and the final deadline will be Friday, October 13th.  Travel funding available, but space is limited.

  Learn more about how you can apply for consideration at this link:

  https://engineering.osu.edu/graduate-engineering-open-house

  Apply now at this link:

  https://engineering.osu.edu/graduate-engineering-open-house/how-apply

• The Illinois Club Scholarships

  Sep 5, 2023 3:45 pm0 views

  The Illinois Club provides scholarships to outstanding students in the areas of global studies, humanities and social sciences, science and engineering, education, and art.  Eligible students are undergraduates at UIUC who will have earned at least 60 credit hours by the Spring 2024 semester and expect to graduate no earlier than December 2024.  A minimum GPA of 3.0 is also expected.

  The application deadline is 5:00 p.m., October 14, 2023.

  More information is available on The Illinois Club Scholarship page at this link:

  https://theillinoisclub.org/scholarship.php

   

• Exclusive MEP and John Deere Networking

  Aug 30, 2023 10:30 am4 views

  John Deere is exclusively hosting MEP at Murphy's for an evening of informal networking. They are looking to hire MEP students for their Engineering Intern and Development Program (internships and full-time positions) in ECE, CS, ABE, MechSE, MatSE, ISE, and Aero majors of all ages. This event is come-and-go style so drop in whenever you have time. Business attire not expected nor required.

  RSVP at the link below:
  https://cglink.me/2ek/r2179341

• Become a FOCUS Scholar and Receive a $1,000 Scholarship!

  Aug 17, 2023 10:30 am6 views

  FOCUS is an intensive, semester-long program created to aid in eliminating the gap in post-graduation outcomes and starting salaries between underrepresented, first-generation students and their peers to positively impact their career trajectory, earnings potential, and economic security for years to come.

  The FOCUS Program runs between September 20 - November 16, 2023, and FOCUS scholars will receive $1,000 for their participation in the program.

  The application closes on September 3, 2023.

  To learn more and apply now, click on this link:

  https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/40/300333140.html

  
  

  
  

• Summer 2024 National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP)

  Aug 17, 2023 10:00 am3 views

  The National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP) offers full-time summer internships, with opportunities to continue part-time during the academic year.  The NNSA-MSIIP provides students with opportunities to be part of world-class research and operations within the NNSA enterprise. and enhance their preparedness for scientific, technological, policy, and operations related careers.

  The Application Deadline is October 22, 2023 at 10:59 p.m.

  Apply at the link below:

  https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/2024-NNSA-MSIIP
  

• Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant DOE-STP Fellowship Opportunity

  Jul 31, 2023 9:45 am5 views

  The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program is a $550 million formula- and competitive- grant program that provides direct and flexible funding to more than 2,700 state, local, and Tribal governments across the United States.  The eligible entities can choose to implement projects aligned to over 14 eligible clean energy use areas.

  Under the guidance of a mentor, fellows will support the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program while learning about the role of a Project Officer in managing Federal grants to state, local, and Tribal governments.  The objectives of this opportunity include learning and developing in the areas of Grants Management and Clean Energy Knowledge and Expertise.

  If interested, apply at this link:

  https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DOE-STP-SCEP-EECBG

• Carnegie Mellon EPP MS Program

  Jul 31, 2023 9:30 am20 views

  This year, Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), Department of Engineering and Public Policy will add 12 new students to its professional Master’s degree program in Engineering and Public Policy (EPP).  CMU’s EPP Master’s program provides students with the opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and public policy, addressing the implications of emerging technologies on organizations and society.  EPP students go on to global careers in government, business, consulting, academia, and nonprofits.  The program is particularly strong in the following areas:  energy systems, transportation, climate and environment, information and communication technology, artificial intelligence, risk analysis, and technology innovation policy.

  Prospective students can find out more on their website and apply via this application link:

  https://gradadmissions.engineering.cmu.edu/apply/

  The application is open from October 15 – December 15.