Author: Julie Ross

Job Postings – HEI

HEI is a multi-discipline civil engineering firm that celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2025, with offices throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. We currently have immediate openings for surveyors, construction inspectors, designers, and engineers.

They are interested not only in students from traditional civil and surveying programs, but also those from programs with transferable skills, such as Building Construction Management. Job postings can be found on Handshake.

SENSE Enterprise Info Session

Hello everyone!

The SENSE Enterprise is hosting an Informational Session, free pizza, and a Tour of the Great Lakes Research Center (GLRC). Meet us in DOW 642 on Thursday, March 12, at 5 p.m! 

Event: SENSE Enterprise Info Session and Great Lakes Research Center Tour

When: Thursday, March 12, at 5 p.m.

Where: DOW 642

What: Meet the SENSE team, overview of current projects, learn about Department of Defense civilian opportunities, and a tour of the Great Lakes Research Center with Dr. Havens (and free food!)

SENSE stands for Strategic Education Through Naval Systems Experiences, and we are advised by Dr. Timothy Havens and Dr. Tania Demonte Gonzalez. The goal of our enterprise is to provide students with hands-on experiences in naval application projects, explore interests and careers within the Department of Defense, and enhance their teamwork and communication skills.

If you can’t make it to the info session and/or would like to join our email interest list, fill out this form.

It only makes SENSE for you to come to our info session to learn more!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact:

Program Manager – Jenna DeVries – jddevrie@mtu.edu

Co-Advisor – Dr.Timothy Havens – thavens@mtu.edu 

Co-Advisor – Dr. Tania Demote Gonzalez – tsdemont@mtu.edu 

Scholarship: Women in Chemicals Scholarship

Women in Chemicals Scholarship

The Women in Chemicals scholarship program is designed to encourage the advancement of women in STEM, and to promote careers in the chemical industry.

Through the Myers-Greene Family STEM Scholarship Fund, Women in Chemicals will award an annual scholarship in the amount of $10,000 to one woman pursuing a post secondary education in STEM through an accredited university, vocational or trade school.

The scholarship will be awarded for the first time in 2026 and the recipient will be honored at the 2026 Women in Chemicals Conference on September 14-16.

APPLY HERE

Cultural Resources Management (CRM) Virtual Career Fair – March 18

Dear Students,

You are invited to participate in the Cultural Resources Management (CRM) Virtual Career Fair on Wednesday, March 18, from 12:00–5:00 PM. This virtual event offers a unique opportunity to connect with CRM employers, agencies, and organizations from across the country.

The fair brings together students and professionals in cultural resources management who rarely have the chance to connect in one place. If you are interested in careers related to cultural heritage, archaeology, environmental compliance, historic preservation, or related fields, this event is a great opportunity to explore potential career paths and build professional connections.

Event Details
Wednesday, March 18
12:00–5:00 PM
Virtual Event

Students can register through Handshake and explore participating employers here:
bit.ly/crmfair26 

We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about the CRM field and connect with employers who are actively seeking students with specialized training and interests.

Internships – AmeriCorps

The following is the link to Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member summer internship position posting at Isle Royale National Park through AmeriCorps.

https://secure8.entertimeonline.com/ta/conservationlegacy.careers?ShowJob=705203266

Similar positions at other national Parks can be found here if you search on “Water Lab & Utility Shop Service Member”:

https://secure8.entertimeonline.com/ta/conservationlegacy.careers?CareersSearch=&ein_id=135744576&lang=en-US

You can find other summer internship opportunities beside the water lab positions through AmeriCorps at the same site.

Scholarship – National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is a non-profit
association of women actively employed in the many facets of the construction
industry, with more than 6,000 members in chapters throughout the United
States.


Each year NAWIC Grand Rapids #194, in an effort to promote excellence in
all aspects of the construction industry, is proud to offer scholarships to
candidates pursuing a career in the construction industry.


All who possess a commitment to obtaining an education leading to a degree
through a course of study in construction are encouraged to review the
scholarship guidelines and eligibility requirements and submit their application
for consideration. Scholarship awards may be applied toward the cost of
tuition and/or course expenses as selected by the recipient. The applicant has
the ultimate responsibility to ensure the scholarship application is completed.
The dollar amount of scholarship awards range from $1,000 to $7,500. Your
assistance in finding eligible candidates is appreciated.


The scholarship application can be found online at
https://nawic.org/education/nfsf-scholarships. Candidates don’t need to apply
for a specific scholarship award; by applying you are eligible to win any
scholarship that is available to you based on preset criteria. The application
and any other required documentation must be submitted by February
28, 2026.


If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Teresa Riley by e-mail
nawicgr194@gmail.com or teresar@triangle-inc.com.

Scholarships (ASCE) – Mackinac Scholarship & Zuidema Scholarship

The ASCE Michigan Section annually awards scholarships to deserving college students pursuing degrees in Civil Engineering. Applications are due by Memorial Day each year. To be eligible, students must:

  • Be a Michigan resident and US Citizen at the time of application,
  • Be enrolled as a full time student (in good standing) at an ABET accredited college in a civil and/or environmental engineering program in the State of Michigan,
  • Have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 (out of 4.0) at the time of application.

Two scholarships are available, the Mackinac Scholarship ($10,000 total – $5,000 each year for 2 years) and the Zuidema Scholarship ($1,500). To apply, download the Scholarship Application and return it to the ASCE Michigan Section (information provided with application).