CEGE Undergraduate Advising Blog

Author: Julie Ross

Scholarship: Environmental Engineering and Science Foundation

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Are you completing an undergraduate degree program and need funding to continue your education in environmental engineering or environmental science?

The Environmental Engineering and Science Foundation (EESF) has created eleven annual scholarships for students majoring in Environmental Engineering and Environmental Science.

EESF Master’s Degree Scholarships in Environmental Engineering and Science

Eight scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each are offered to students completing undergraduate degree programs at accredited four-year institutions. Applicants must have been accepted to enter an accredited graduate program to complete a Master’s Degree either in Environmental Engineering or related field of engineering or Environmental Science or related field. These scholarships are based on academic performance.

EESF Master’s Degree Scholarships in Environmental Engineering and Science for Under-Represented Minority (URM) Students

These three scholarships are identical to those described above for Master’s degree candidates but are available to students who self-identify as American Indian/Alaska Native, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander. The URM category will include individuals who identify two or more affiliations if at least one of their affiliations is one of these groups.

Details, FAQs, and application forms can be found at: https://www.eesfoundation.org/scholarship/.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN MAY 1, 2026.

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Opportunity for Undergraduates: Paid Summer Research Experience in the DR

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APPLY NOW: MTU research experience in the Dominican Republic! 

Turn the tide on ocean pollution by transforming invasive seaweed and plastic waste into sustainable solutions.

Dates: May 22 to June 27th, 2026

$500/week summer stipend ($20/hr to continue research through Fall semester). Flights, accommodations, and tours will be covered. 

Read more about the program here: IRES SPlaSS 2026. Apply via IRES SPlaSS 2026 application form. 

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Summer Internship Opportunity at Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility (BGNDRF)

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The Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility (BGNDRF) in Alamogordo, NM is excited to announce summer internship applications are open. This year, there are two full-time positions, an Engineering Intern and an Administrative Intern, each spanning a 12-week period starting in mid-May or June.

Engineering Intern (BOR, Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility)

Administrative Intern (BOR, Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility)

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Job Postings – HEI

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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.

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SENSE Enterprise Info Session

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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 

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Scholarship: Women in Chemicals Scholarship

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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

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

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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.

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Internships – AmeriCorps

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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.

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