College of Computing Advising

SAE Cyber Auto Challenge

Published February 3, 2020

Have a knack for coding or an interest in cyber security and how it relates to connected and autonomous vehicles?

Consider applying for the SAE Cyber Auto Challenge (CAC)! With 100 million lines of code and over 100 electronic control units (ECUs), the automobile is now the most complicated software device in the world and presents security challenges for developers and opportunity for hackers.

Participants in the CAC will take part in an intensive 4.5-day practicum-based workshop in Warren, Michigan. Acceptance to CAC is merit based.

To apply, please click on the following link: Cyber Auto Challenge:

Pavlis Honors College – Undergraduate Research Internship Program

Published February 3, 2020

By dllandsb

Internships and Co-Ops

The Pavlis Honors College is pleased to announce the fifth year of our Undergraduate Research Internship Program (URIP) for the 2020-21 academic year. There are three tracks for faculty mentors to consider:

Faculty in Health-Related Fields are invited to identify an undergraduate research intern with any amount of prior experience – Portage Health Foundation Scholars
Faculty in the fields of Research in Engineering, Technology, Environmental Sciences or Wildlife Sciences with any amount of prior experience – DeVlieg Foundation Scholars
Faculty in any discipline are invited to identify an undergraduate intern that is relatively new to research or scholarship (less than 6 months) – Pavlis Young Investigators

The internship program is open to any undergraduate student on campus. Faculty are welcome to encourage students with whom they are already working to apply.The program consists of a 20-week internship (Mid-September through Mid-March) for the student, as well as professional development activities centered in academic research and scholarship. The Pavlis Honors College will provide $800 in funding for the student intern, with the expectation that faculty will identify a source to match this value, resulting in a total of $1600 (or $10/hr for 8 hours per week for a period of 20 weeks). Faculty may make use of research funds, IRAD, startup packages, or consult their chairs, deans or center/institute management.Once awarded the internship, the student intern is required to:

meet with the faculty mentor within the first 2 weeks of the internship and complete an individual development plan (IDP) – a form will be provided by the Pavlis Honors College
present their research findings in a poster at the Undergraduate Research Symposium in March (Friday of Preview Day Weekend).

Applications are due by March 30, 2020 and include the following:

1. Online Application Form

2. Project Description

3. Faculty Mentor Letter of Support

4. Faculty Match Funding Acknowledgement

The Project Description is to be completed as a collaborative effort between the student applicant and the faculty mentor.

Details of these requirements can be found at mtu.edu/honors/research/urip/application.html.

This program is made possible by generous donations from the Portage Health Foundation, the DeVlieg Foundation and with the support of the Pavlis Honors College.
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Internship and Post Graduate Opportunities

Published February 3, 2020

By dllandsb

Here is a link for potential internship opportunities and fixed-term employment through the CDC. The CDC would be a great place to gain experience within the health field in many different perspectives.

For more information click on the following link:
https://www.cdc.gov/jobs/pathways.html

Argo Al – Employment Opportunities

Published January 31, 2020

By dllandsb

Employment and Career

Please join Josh Manela, a Michigan Tech alumni and current Sr. Software Engineer at Argo AI to learn more about how Argo fits into the world of self driving. Learn about Josh’s career path, what he does at Argo and the different roles they are seeking to hire for!

Please join us Tuesday, February 11 from 6-7 pm in the Memorial Union Building, Ballroom B1.

Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

Argo AI on LinkedIn

U.S. Department of Homeland Security – Professional Opportunities

Published January 29, 2020

By dllandsb

Are you a student looking for a professional opportunity to learn about homeland security related research to enhance your research interests and career goals?
Do you want to learn from top scientists and subject matter experts in homeland security related areas?
Do you want to network with your peers and members of the academic and scientific communities in business, industry, and government research facilities conducting research in DHS relevant areas?

If you answered “Yes”, to the above questions, the HS-POWER program is for you!

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.

As a participant in the HS-POWER Program, you will participate in quality research experiences at federal research facilities and other HS-STEM focused entities nationwide. This experience will provide you a competitive edge as you apply your education, talent and skills in a variety of settings within the DHS enterprise. You will also be able to establish connections with DHS professionals that promote long-term relationships between yourself, researchers, DHS personnel and research facilities.

TO APPLY: Visit- https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/DHS-POWER-2020 to learn more and complete the application!

All application components must be received in the system in order to be considered.

Employees of DHS Component agencies or participating partner agencies are not eligible to participate in this program.

DHS Education Programs Team

FAX: 865-576-4197

ORISE

DHSed@orise.orau.gov

Campus Resources for Students

Published January 29, 2020

By Karen Johnson

Uncategorized

by Dean of Students Office

According to the Healthy Minds Study done on campus in the fall of 2018, 49% of our students indicated that they would go to faculty or staff if they had an issue impacting their academic performance. In these situations, students are often looking for advice and direction so it is helpful to be aware of some of the key resources available on campus:

Counseling Services is available to assist in a crisis or provide short-term, solution-focused counseling. Walk-in hours are available daily and are listed on the website.

Husky Food Access Network supports student experiencing food insecurity. Food is available at the Husky Food Pantry located in Fisher Hall, in the space that was previously the Aftermath Cafe. Hours are listed on the website.

Report a Concern is a web page that allows anyone to file a concern about a variety of topics. In this case, if you are concerned about a student and think they would benefit from additional follow up, use the Student of Concern report button. The Dean of Students Office will triage the report and connect the student appropriately.

Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success offers support for students would benefit from developing executive functioning skills like time management, personal organization, self-control, and communication. In addition, students with disabilities are also able to request accommodations here.

Emergency Financial Resources are available for students who experience an unexpected emergency. Three different funds are available depending on whether a student is an undergraduate or graduate and/or domestic or international.

Dean of Students Office is the place to call/email if you aren’t sure what to do. We can help sort out a situation, make a referral, or contact the student directly in order to have a further discussion.

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Bonnie Gorman.

Job Posting for Programmer/Web Developer

Published January 28, 2020

By dllandsb

Employment and Career

PROGRAMMER/WEB DEVELOPER -Democratic Leadership seeks a programmer/web developer for the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee. Responsibilities will include maintaining and administering the front/back end website that is accessible to Democratic offices and assisting the Director of Vote Information with caucus services.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in PHP, SQL, HTML/CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery. Knowledge of the Senate is desirable and an understanding of Senate voting practices and procedures is a plus. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Emily Carwell
Legislative Director
Senator Debbie Stabenow

International Studies Abroad Start Planning Your Future!

Published January 27, 2020

By dllandsb

Uncategorized

Representatives from International Studies Abroad (ISA) will be visiting Michigan Tech on February 5th and 6th. The ISA representatives will be available to meet with students 1-on-1 to discuss ISA study abroad options. Please complete this form if you would like to schedule a 1-on-1 appointment with an ISA representative.

Learn more about the Michigan Tech study abroad process.

If you have any questions, please email studyabroad@mtu.edu.

Colleges of Computing and Engineering Faculty Candidate Lecture Series

Published January 27, 2020

By dllandsb

Events and Lectures

The Colleges of Computing and Engineering invite the campus community to a series of lectures by candidates for open faculty positions in the computing disciplines.

The first lecture in the series will take place Monday, February 3, 2020, at 3:00 p.m., in EERC 214. Candidate Jean Hardy will present, “What does community-driven technological development look like in rural Michigan?”

All students are invited and welcome to attend this event and all the lectures in this series. For more information please see the attached flyer.

More information about candidate Jean Hardy can be found here: https://blogs.mtu.edu/computing/2020/01/27/faculty-candidate-jean-hardy-to-present-lecture-feb-3/

More information about the faculty search can be found here: https://www.mtu.edu/computing/about/employment/job-openings/

Undergraduate Research Symposium

Published January 27, 2020

By dllandsb

Events and Lectures

The Pavlis Honors College is hosting this spring’s Undergraduate Research Symposium on Friday, March 27 in the Rozsa Lobby from 11am-2 pm

Please see attached flyer for more information. If you have any questions, please email us at honors@mtu.edu.