Author: Julie Ross

Job Posting: Road Commissions (Houghton & Emmet County)

The Emmet County Road Commission (Harbor Springs Michigan) has an opening for a summer intern.  The road commission has several larger projects going this year including construction of a timber bridge, a large aluminum box culvert, a cold-in-place pavement recycling project, as well as a variety of other work including overseeing gravel crush production measurements, traffic counts, and assisting with survey work.  The road commission pays $15 per hour with a guaranteed 40 hours per week and some overtime on projects.  This is a chance to work with one of Michigan Tech’s civil engineering alumni to learn about transportation engineering and construction.  

Send resumes to: 

Brian A. Gutowski, P.E.

Engineer-Manager

Emmet County Road Commission

231-347-8142

emmetcrc@emmetcrc.com

The Houghton County Road Commission (Hancock Michigan) is looking for a summer intern to do construction oversight.  The student should be a civil engineering student with interest in transportation.  Basic surveying skills are a bonus.   The HCRC typically hires younger college students to train them so they can work several summers.  Additionally MTU students working at an Upper Peninsula road commission can be eligible for a $500 UP Roadbuilder scholarship for every year of successful completion of the position (supervisor recommends the scholarship).

Applicants will be reviewed on a first come first served basis until the position is filled.  Interested applicants should apply by sending an e-mail with a resume and short cover letter to:

John Cima, P.E. 

Assistant County Engineer

Houghton County Road Commission

john@houghtonroads.org

LEED Training – Spring Online Webinars

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is simply a sustainability scorecard for green buildings. The LEED Green Associate is the only professional designation to show employers and clients you have certified knowledge in the field.

To date, this course and its materials have proven to be instrumental in helping over 8000 students pass their respective exams at a 99% pass rate. This course is offered at a quarter of the price and time as the competition and is geared at allowing students to graduate with letters after their name! This course is instructed by a USGBC Faculty member and is the most effective way to pass. Save money by registering today and make a positive difference in your career!

Download our info poster to learn more

Register for a live webinar or start today with our on-demand recorded workshop completed anytime at your own pace here – https://leadinggreen.com/online

This course is instructed by a USGBC Faculty member and is the most effective way to pass. The USGBC charges a $100 (reduced for students) fee for the actual exam which can now be taken online from home. Save money by reserving your spot today and make a positive difference in your career!

Cost: $200 – Students can use the coupon code ‘green’ for $50 off (Discounted course price $150)

Save your seat by registering here for our live or self-paced options – https://leadinggreen.com/online

Please contact the instructor Lorne directly with any questions at info@leadinggreen.com

Regards,

Lorne Mlotek BASc., LEED AP BD+C, O+M
Head LEED Trainer at LeadingGreen
+1-416-824-2677USGBC Faculty
B740 Sandford Fleming Building
10 King’s College Road, Toronto, M5S 3G4

Job Posting: BC Construction Group

See attached job description and brief out line. Most of their work is in the Southeast.

 Project Engineer

  • This is a Brighton, Michigan-based position.
  • Out of town travel will be required at a minimum bi-weekly for 2-3 days.
  • College degree
  • Responsible to assist project managers in the responsibilities of the project, including buyout, scheduling, contracts, change orders, document management, submittals, RFI’s; and responsible to manage the close-out process on projects (see further responsibilities attached).

Scholarship: 2021- 2022 Upper Peninsula Road Builders

On behalf of the Board of the Upper Peninsula Road Builders Scholarship Fund, attached is the application for the 2021- 2022 Upper Peninsula Road Builders family of scholarships.  These scholarships are given annually to Civil Engineer and Survey Engineering students at Michigan Tech University. The scholarship application has information on selection criteria as well as information about the UP Road Builders and the people who have set up endowments in their name under this family of scholarships.

Scholarships applications are due to May 28th, 2021 by 5 pm.

Green Campus Enterprise

Looking for a way to get involved in an organization that both interests you and meets your educational goals? The Green Campus Enterprise welcomes ALL majors and focuses on projects pertaining to sustainability around Michigan Tech campus. Everyone works in teams to perform weekly tasks to meet attainable goals, and develop lasting relationships while learning and working towards a more environmental friendly Michigan Tech.  

Green Campus Enterprise (GCE) designs and implements projects to improve the sustainability of the Michigan Tech campus. GCE works closely with Michigan Tech administration to effectively engage the university community in reducing its carbon footprint, which it measures annually. 
https://greencampus.enterprise.mtu.edu/

Green Campus Enterprise meets on Thursdays from 5-6 pm during Fall and Spring semester. Talk to your advisor to find out how you can use Enterprise credits to complete degree requirements.

Job Posting: Abonmarche (Surveying)

Abonmarche is a full service engineering, surveying, and architecture company that employs over 130 people with locations in Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana. We are looking for SIT candidates who are interested in working in our Benton Harbor location. It is initially a field crew staff position, with potential for promotion within our Land Surveying group to Crew Chief or Survey Project Manager depending on applicant’s performance, desired career path, and successful acquisition of professional licensure. Please find attached the job description and feel free to share with any potential candidates who may be seeking employment. Let me know if you have any questions.

Michele Bollinger

Human Resources/Administrative Assistant

D 219.246.4192

O 219.850.4624 ext. 303

C 219.406.4594

abonmarche.com 

Job Posting: VILLAGE OF HOWARD – SEASONAL ENGINEERING INSPECTOR

The Village of Howard is interviewing for Summer & Fall 2021 Co-Op Internships, which are seasonal positions.  Interviews in the Green Bay area or online are currently available.

Requirements include:

  • Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Tech, Civil/Survey Major, or other related field of study.
  • 2.5 GPA or above
  • Student Visa, Permanent Visa, or U.S. Citizen,
  • Freshman Class Level or higher, and/or Graduate Engineer.

Apply via email or regular mail by sending resume and cover letter.

If interested in a paid learning experience, please contact:

Mr. Michael Kaster, P. E.

Village Engineer

Village of Howard

1336 Cornell Road

Green Bay, WI  54313-8923

Email: mkaster@villageofhoward.com

PH:1.920.434.4060

Fax:1.920.434.4072

SDH Event: Looking for an Excuse to Eat Out?

How Sustainable Are the Restaurants in the Keweenaw?We are on a mission to find the most sustainable restaurant in the Keweenaw and we need your help!  Fill out this Google Form every time you dine-in or order takeout at a local restaurant in the Keweenaw to rate the sustainability of your experience.
This initiative involves 3 main phases:

  • Phase 1 involves rating the sustainability of your dine-in and/or takeout experience every time you eat at a local restaurant in the Keweenaw.  Please fill out this Google Form to rate how sustainable your experience was.
  • Phase 2 involves reviewing restaurant menus to see how many vegetarian/vegan options they offer.  
  • Phase 3 involves interviewing local restaurant owners to learn more about where they source their food from and what they do with the waste they produce. 

Questions?  Email sdh@mtu.edu.  Thank you for supporting this initiative!

Job Posting: Wahtera Center hiring OTL’s

The Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success is hiring Orientation Team Leaders for the fall of 2021.  If you are interested in helping your fellow students in their transition to and overall success at Michigan Tech, we encourage you to apply!

Please visit our hiring website for more information and a link to apply: https://www.mtu.edu/success/now-hiring/

Applications are due March 14, 2021 – early applications encouraged!

Students can direct any questions success@mtu.edu