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  • Spring Career Fairs

    Feb 2, 2016 4:30 pm0 views

    Engineering Career Fair

    February 9 – 10

    2:00 – 7:00 pm at the Illini Union

     

    Engineering/Founders Startup Career Fair

    February 11

    2:00 – 6:00 pm at the Illini Union

     

    Engineering Employment Expo

    February 18

    10:00 am – 4:00 pm at the ARC

     

    Research Park Corporate Internships and Careers Fair

    March 15

    4:30 pm at the Research Park, 1900 South First Street, Champaign

  • Spring 2016 Premed Workshops for Engineers

    Feb 4, 2016 3:30 pm0 views

    Do you want to become a doctor? Attend the spring 2016 premed workshops for engineers.

  • Illinois Leadership Program – Imprint

    Feb 9, 2015 3:00 pm0 views

    Register today to develop skills to become a successful leader.

  • New Bioimaging REU - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Feb 11, 2015 10:30 am0 views

    Spend 10 weeks training and performing research in biomedicine! Application deadline: March 15, 2015

  • Provost's Undergraduate Student Advisory Board – Accepting Applications

    Aug 24, 2016 3:15 pm0 views

    Contribute to campus as a member of the Provost’s Undergraduate Student Advisory Board. Application deadline: Friday, September 9, 2016

  • Microsoft On-Campus Visits

    Sep 18, 2015 11:15 am0 views

    Microsoft will be on campus. Come out to be seen and heard!

  • Fall 2016 OMSA Enrichment Activities

    Sep 27, 2016 11:30 am0 views

    Participate in events sponsored by OMSA. Learn more here

  • SPIN (Students Pushing Innovation) Internship Program

    Oct 3, 2016 4:00 pm0 views

    Work on leading-edge research projects to improve our world with NCSA. Learn more

  • Harry S. Truman Scholarship - for juniors

    Oct 10, 2016 9:15 am0 views

    The National and International Scholarships Program is offering a two-day event about the Harry S. Truman Scholarship which offers $30,000 towards graduate study in public service fields.  Only Juniors are eligible for the award.

    Thursday, Oct. 13 from 3:30-4:30 – Information session & discussion w/ former Truman Scholar.

    Friday, Oct. 14 from 3:30-4:30 – Workshop on how to craft a Truman Application.

    *Both sessions held in the Illini Union Bookstore, 5th Floor, Rm 514.

  • Harvard Business School MBA Opportunity

    Oct 22, 2014 9:00 am1 views

    Visit the Career Center on October 29 at 7 for more information.

  • Portuguese/Brazilian Studies Major and Minor Course Info Session

    Nov 13, 2015 3:00 pm1 views

    Thinking about international business, agriculture, engineering, or Latin American affairs, in addition to area/cultural/language studies? Learn more on Tuesday, November 17 at 11:00am in FLB 1080 – Lucy Ellis Lounge

  • Summer Internships for Native Americans in Genomics (SING)

    Jan 15, 2015 4:30 pm2 views

    This workshop will be held August 2-9 here at UIUC. Apply today

  • Now Hiring: La Casa Cultural Latina

    Apr 9, 2015 2:00 pm2 views

    Join La Casa to assist with event programming, community outreach and more. Application deadline: April 24, 2015

  • Engineering Ambassadors Accepting Applications

    Sep 12, 2016 4:00 pm2 views

    Inspire middle and high school students to challenge conventional ideas about science and engineering by becoming and Engineering Ambassador. Application deadline: Thursday, September 15, 2016.

  • Conflict Resolution Training Opportunity

    Nov 25, 2014 9:30 am2 views

    Develop your conflict resolution skills. Deadline: Jan. 26

  • Undergraduate Research Workshop - Spring 2017

    Nov 30, 2016 3:00 pm2 views

    The College of Engineering's UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH WORKSHOP will be held on Wednesday, JANUARY 18, 2017 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM in Rooms ABC of the Illini Union. This workshop, which is held only in the spring, is brought to you by the Engineering Council's Deans Student Advisory Committee (DSAC).

    This is an opportunity for you to learn more about getting involved in research! Join us for an evening of discussions about undergraduate research.

    Mark Your Calendars!  

    WHAT: Undergraduate Research Workshop
    WHEN: Wednesday, January 18, 2017, 5:30 -7:30PM
    WHERE: Rooms ABC Illini Union

    Registration is FREE, please pre-register by January 4, 2017! Food and drinks will be provided!

    REGISTER FOR THE WORKSHOP

  • 2015 Bio Nanotechnology Summer Institute: July 27-August 7, 2015

    Mar 9, 2015 9:15 am3 views

    Network and train with experts in the field. Application deadline: Tuesday, March 31, 2015

  • The ECS Winter Job Shadow Program

    Oct 24, 2014 3:30 pm3 views

    Explore potential career opportunities. Register today!

  • Understanding Work Culture

    Mar 24, 2025 11:15 am4 views

    NACME's, C.A.S.E. Academy is holding a webinar on Wednesday, March 26th at 7pm on "how to identify and adapt to workplace norms, align with company values, and navigate diverse professional environments."

    Register HERE

  • Tutoring/Academic Coaching Positions Available

    Nov 25, 2014 10:15 am5 views

    Visit OMSA and apply today.

  • Campus-Wide Undergraduate Research Symposium

    Jan 27, 2017 11:45 am7 views

    Submissions are due on February 1, 2017!

    The campus-wide Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is now accepting submissions for the 2017 Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS) which will be on April 27, 2017. You may submit an abstract or title that has not been finalized.

    Online submission at: http://go.illinois.edu/urs2017

    Submission Deadline: February 1, 2017, Wednesday, 11:59 PM

  • 2024 IMPRINT i-Program

    Feb 6, 2024 4:00 pm7 views

    Registration is open for the IMPRINT i-Program.  Led by Illinois alumni, the IMPRINT i-Program focuses on competencies necessary for displaying leadership during times of personal and professional transition.  At IMPRINT, you will develop skills in managing yourself during times of change, and learn how to develop and maintain the personal and professional networks necessary to sustain success in any environment.  

    IMPRINT will take place on Saturday, February 17th, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., in Rooms ABC of the Illini Union.

    Registration closes on February 11, 2024. 

    To register, go to this link:

    https://leadership.illinois.edu/iPrograms

  • Purdue's Early Discovery Program

    Feb 28, 2022 5:45 pm7 views

    Purdue University College of Engineering is now accepting applications for our Early Discovery event! Be empowered to build your network and discover your next step. This interactive two-day FREE online event will feature expert speakers and interactive discussions on topics like: Is Grad School for Me?, Graduate School Funding, Careers with a Graduate Degree, and more!  

    Application Deadline: Submit your Early Discovery application no later than March 10, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. EST.

    This event is not your typical campus visit. Participants will learn from pre-watch materials and come to Early Discovery prepared to engage with presenters and other participants. Early Discovery aims to help participants build a professional network. Join us, and encourage your friends to apply, too! Our supportive network is here to help you learn and succeed: before, during, and after the event.

  • Goldman Sachs Strats Business: Siebel Center Info Session

    Sep 18, 2014 12:30 pm7 views

    Internships, career opportunities, networking, and more. Register today!

  • The Hoeft Technology & Management Program

    Nov 7, 2014 9:00 am7 views

    Learn more at the info sessions.

  • Research Experience with NCSA

    Feb 20, 2025 2:15 pm8 views

    Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) The Future of Discovery: Training Students to Build and Apply Open Source Machine Learning Models and Tools (FODOMMaT) program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) is seeking students to apply for a 10-week paid summer training experience in machine learning. Successful applicants will work full-time on one of cutting-edge FODOMMaT research projects that develop open-source machine learning models and tools and use them to solve real-world problems. The program will be held on-site at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and REU FoDOMMaT fellows will work in person during Summer 2025. 

    To apply, please visit our website, http://reu.ncsa.illinois.edu,  and click on the “Research Projects” tab to learn about the summer projects, and then click on the “Apply Now!” tab. The applications are due March 15, 2025.

  • Making Your Major Decision Workshop

    Mar 24, 2015 2:30 pm8 views

    Learn about how you can find a major that's right for you.

  • Volunteer for the ECS Career Fair

    Sep 9, 2017 2:30 pm8 views

    Want a chance to do some potential networking while helping others do the same? Volunteer for the ECS Career Fair happening on Sept 12!

    Not only are there a lot of opportunities for students to give just an hour or two of their time, it’s also a great way for students to be able to see the event if they’ve never been to a Career Fair before!

    If you would like to help out just go to this link: https://www.volunteersignup.org/84B3C

  • 2017 Stemposium

    Nov 15, 2017 3:00 pm8 views

    Don’t Miss Out: Call for Performances for the 2017 STEMposium!

    The Engineering for Social Justice Scholars Program is hosting a public arts event called STEMposium, on Thursday, December 7th, 3:30-5:30 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café. This event will include a series of short performances such as spoken word poetry, stories, skits, monologues, dialogues, theatrical vignettes, songs, stand-up comedy, mini documentaries, etc. related to the following theme: intersections of STEM and issues of identity, power, education, ethics, engagement, and/or social justice. Our goal is to create a collection of performances that raise public awareness of issues related to STEM and social justice and to inspire others into action. We hope to help the audience understand alternative perspectives and experiences in new ways and to think critically about education and engineering for social justice.

     

    We are looking for individual students or student groups who care about social justice and would be interested in collaborating on this event. If you’re interested, please use the link below to submit an idea for a performance. To allow enough time for screening performances and planning the overall program, submissions are due NO LATER THAN November 15. If you are interested in participating, but need some help to brainstorm/workshop ideas or obtain feedback about your concept for a performance, please contact Valeri Werpetinski at werpetin@illinois.edu

  • 2024 First-Gen Resource Fair

    Jan 25, 2024 10:30 am9 views

    The First Generation Student Initiatives team is hosting the First Gen Resource Fair in partnership with University Library on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., in the Orange Room on the First Floor of the Main Library.  Featured tables will include Writers’ Workshop, Counseling Center, McKinley Health Center, International Education, Grainger Library IDEA Lab, First-Gen Student Initiatives, Library Research Consultations, Career Center, National and International Scholarships Program, and Illinois Extension (financial literacy and management resources).

    Visit firstgen.illinois.edu for additional information and resources.

  • Master of Engineering in Energy Systems

    Feb 7, 2017 12:00 pm9 views

    February 20, 2017, Monday
    3:00 - 4:00 PM114 Transportation Building

    Information Session: MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN ENERGY SYSTEMS

    Designed for professional engineers, the Master of Engineering in Energy Systems program prepares students for work in the private sector, government and non-governmental organizations in a diversifying global energy systems environment.

    Applications are due JUNE 1, 2017 to start in the Fall 2017 Term

    Contact Amy McCullough (amccul2@illinois.edu) if you have questions.

  • Grad School Seminar

    Feb 14, 2017 1:30 pm9 views

    Thinking about Graduate School?

    Join us on March 6 in 106B1 Engineering Hall at 4pm to learn more about graduate school, applying to graduate school and Engineering at Illinois graduate programs.

    Topics will include selecting a program, the application process, and much more!

    If you have any questions, please contact Rhonda McElroy at rmcelroy@illinois.edu

  • IEFX NetWORK Lunch Series

    Mar 7, 2014 3:15 pm9 views

    Dear Students,

    Be sure to join us for the IEFX NetWORK Lunch Series.  These lunches are part of our commitment to support you in your academic and professional development.  Space is limited, please RSVP using the form linked below.  If you are unable to sign-up, don’t worry because there will be several events in the future.

    Please be sure to check your schedule before signing up!

     Lunch Series: Boeing

     Wednesday, March 12th

    112 Engineering Hall

    12:00pm-1:00pm

    RSVP at https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/2403150

  • GFX is hiring New Student Registration assistants!

    Mar 14, 2023 6:15 pm9 views

    Application Deadline: March 24, 2023

    When? Summer 2023

    See flyer for more details

  • Southwest Research Institute Career Opportunities for University of Illinois Students

    Sep 11, 2022 9:30 pm9 views

    Stop by Southwest Research Institute's booth at the Engineering Career Fair on September 14th!

    From Mark Saldana, "our engineers are incredibly passionate about the impact they make in the world, we would love to present to your members about how we pursue innovation. We are hosting interviews for internship and full time roles and would love to hire some University of Illlinois students! We have many entry level positions in our defense and intelligence solutions division, space science, intelligent systems, and automotive engineering! You can learn more about their initiatives related to national security and intelligence data by visiting their page: https://www.swri.org/technical-divisions/defense-intelligence-solutions"

  • Join Illinois Engineering Ambassadors!

    Sep 15, 2014 3:00 pm9 views

    Tell younger students what engineering is all about!

    Attend the info session on Wednesday, September 17 at 7pm in 1265 DCL to learn more!

  • MEP Welcome Back Meeting - 1/29/14

    Jan 26, 2014 5:44 pm11 views

    Please plan to attend the MEP Welcome Back Meeting on Wednesday, January 29th at 5pm in 100 MSEB.  This is an opportunity for you to hear important updates, learn more about NSBE and SHPE, and connect with MEP administrative staff.  Dinner will be served!!

    Please RSVP at http://go.illinois.edu/MEPWelcomeBack_RSVP by 1/28/14.

  • OMSA Fall Tutoring and Advising

    Sep 9, 2020 4:15 pm11 views

    OMSA Fall 2020 tutoring and advising schedule and StudentLingo interactive success workshops.

  • Engineering Ambassadors

    Feb 20, 2025 2:30 pm12 views


    We are excited to introduce you to the Engineering Ambassadors program, a professional outreach initiative sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Programs in the Grainger College of Engineering.  Our ambassadors connect with K-12 students at local schools, sparking their interest in science and engineering through engaging, hands-on activities. By highlighting the positive impact engineers of diverse backgrounds have on the health, happiness, and safety of our world, we aim to inspire the next generation of problem solvers. Our members learn essential communication skills to reach a wide range of audiences and receive valuable leadership training.

     

    If you are passionate about sharing your love for engineering and making a difference, we encourage you to learn more about the program and apply! Applications are due by March 3rd! Apply here: https://forms.gle/h4mGDaLkpHRWvQ3E6 


  • Proud to be 1st Generation Series

    Mar 6, 2025 11:30 am12 views


    There are a number of great opportunities available for empowering first generation students available this year. the next upcoming talk is: Finding Your Authentic Voice as a First Generation College Student - Cohosted with Dr. Laura Stengrim, Speakers Workshop (Hybrid) Speakers Workshop

    These events will be held: March 26th, 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Main Library 1408 W. Gregory Dr, Urbana, IL 106 B Conference Room and remotely.  See THIS link to register for and see dates and times of this even and future events!


  • 10-Week Summer Program

    Nov 8, 2019 10:45 am12 views

    Community-Academic Scholars Initiative
    For undergraduates from any discipline interested in addressing critical issues in the areas of health equity, brain health, and poverty or social inequality. 
    Deadline: February 1, 2020

  • Southern and Central Illinois Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (SCI-LSAMP) Program

    Jan 2, 2025 8:45 am13 views

    The Southern & Central Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation is sponsored by the National Science Foundation designed to increase retention, graduation, and success of students from Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American/Alaskan, Pacific Islander racial and ethnic groups that are historically underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. This program offers holistic support and individualized mentoring to guide students through the completion of their bachelor's degree and into graduate degree programs or careers in STEM. 

    Applications are now being accepted to join the SCI-LSAMP program!
    Application deadline: Monday, February 17, 2025

    Learn More and Apply

  • 2024 WIE x TEC International Women's Day Celebration

    Feb 22, 2024 3:00 pm13 views

    Sponsored by Grainger Engineering Women in Engineering (WIE) and the Technology Entrepreneur Center (TEC), this event will include a moderated panel discussion with women engineers and entrepreneurial leaders who will share inspiring stories that reflect on the 2024 theme for International Women’s Day: “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.”  The panel discussion will be followed by a networking reception with refreshments, fun, and door prizes.

    The 2024 WIE x TEC International Women’s Day Celebration will take place on Monday, March 4, from 4:00 p.m. – 5:50 p.m., in 4029 CIF.

    Register at this link:

    https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1826016212

  • FSG Schedule

    Feb 10, 2014 2:30 pm15 views

    FSG Schedule for Spring 2014

    Scheduled to begin week of 2/10/2014

    Math 231 – Mondays 9-10:30 PM, Room 403 Grainger and Thursdays 7:30-9:00 PM, Room 403 Grainger

    Math 241 – Mondays 9-10:30 PM, Room 401 Grainger and Tuesdays 9-10:30 PM, Room 401 Grainger

    Physics 211 – Tuesdays 6-7:30 PM, Room 403 Grainger and Wednesdays 6-7:30 PM, Room 101 Engineering Hall. 

     

    Contact Andrea Wynn with questions at 244-3959/armoore@illinois.edu

  • Spring 2017 Conference Travel Grant Competition

    Feb 7, 2017 12:00 pm16 views

    Need funding to present your work at a conference?

    The campus-wide Illinois Office of Undergraduate  Research (OUR) provides awards up to $350 for undergraduate students to travel to professional conferences to present their research posters and/or papers. These awards are meant for students who will present their work.

    Competition Deadlines

    Spring 2017
    Applications due: March 6 at 11:59PM

    Fall 2017
    Application period: September 6 - October 16, 2017

    Eligibiilty

    - Students must be in good academic standing during the term the award is received
    - Students graduating in December can apply for and may receive an ward for travel during the following spring semester
    - Students may only receive one Conference Travel Grant Award per academic year
    - Students must include in the application: conference dates and location, evidence that conference participation has been confirmed, itemized estimated expenses (or actual expenses for recently completed travel), and possible (or actual) support from mentors and departments

    Online Application: https://illinois.edu/fb/sec/6643104

    For more information please visit: OUR Conference Travel Grant Competition

  • Call for 2024 WIE Orientation Volunteers

    May 1, 2024 9:30 am17 views

    Apply for a volunteer leadership role at Women in Engineering’s 2024 WIE Orientation, which will take place from August 21 – 22, 2024.

    Before orientation, WIE mentors will help facilitate a series of virtual group mentoring sessions with first-year and transfer students to help prepare them before coming to campus.  During orientation, WIE mentors will help WIE staff facilitate orientation activities and logistics.

    Apply by May 1st at this link:

    https://go.grainger.illinois.edu/WIEvolunteer2024

  • Students of Color Abroad

    May 11, 2015 2:45 pm17 views

    Why do more students of color need to study abroad? Learn more here

  • Spring 2024 Engineering Career Fair

    Feb 12, 2024 11:30 am18 views

    Engineering Career Services and Engineering EXPO will offer Grainger Engineering students access to 170+ companies actively hiring interns and new college graduates at the Spring 2024 Engineering Career Fair.  The career fair is one of the primary avenues through which our talented students find both internships and post-graduation employment opportunities.

    The Spring 2024 Engineering Career Fair will be held at the Illini Union on Wednesday, February 14th and on Thursday, February 15th, from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    For more information, go to this link:

    https://ecs.grainger.illinois.edu/employer-resources/career-fair

  • Loyola Medical College Applying to Med School and Post-Bac Informational Session

    Mar 17, 2016 10:30 am19 views

    Interested in medical school? Come to this informational session:

    Date: Thursday, March 17, 2016

    Time: 5:00-7:00

    Location: 160 English Building

    Thursday, March 17, 2016

    Time: 5:00-7:00

    Location: 160 English Building

  • Animal Ambassadors at Grainger Library, 4/17

    Apr 16, 2025 10:30 am19 views

    The Grainger Engineering Library and Information Center is excited to invite you to the Veterinary Medicine’s Wildlife Medical Clinic Ambassador Animals visit on Thursday, April 17 in Room 335, on the third floor, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more about this program and their animal ambassadors. All are welcome!

    April 17, 3–4 pm • April 17, 3-4 PM

    More Info HERE