Looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday? Read below to learn about the 2015 puzzlehunt, a great way to take your mind off classes, but keep it engaged!
What is the Puzzlehunt? Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2015
New Course “Sustainable Urban Mobility” Abroad for Summer 2016
Interested in studying abroad? Read on to learn about this exciting summer opportunity!
A new course titled “Sustainable Urban Mobility” is going to be offered this summer 2016 as a Faculty Led Seminar to Great Britain, The Netherlands, and Denmark. A brief summation of the seminar is as follows:
- June 24 to August 21, 2016.
- England, The Netherlands, and Denmark.
- Lectures, field trips, and case studies presented by local university faculty, professional planners, and elected officials.
- Led by University of Washington faculty.
- Applications open to students from all majors.
- 15 undergraduate and 12 graduate credits.
- UW Financial Aid applicable.
If you’re interested in learning more about the seminar, there will be an information session held on campus.
When: Thursday, November 12th at 5:30 PM
Where: Gould Hall 322
For more information, you can also contact Edward David Blum (blumedw@uw.edu) or visit www.sustainurbanmobility.com
MS in Structural Engineering at Seattle University
Interested in pursuing a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering? Read on to learn more about opportunities at Seattle University:
We know exactly what leading structural engineering firms want from their new hires – because we asked them.
Come learn about our coursework only program (no thesis)
- When: Oct. 26 (M), 1:00-1:45 PM
- Where: More Hall 110
- FREE FOOD
Cannot attend? Request info at: smithjh@seattle.edu
Paid Summer Internship Opportunity with ANR Group Inc.
Looking for an internship for next summer? Read on to learn more about some great opportunities:
ANR Group Inc. is a recruiting company based in Richland, Washington. They have contracts with the Department of Energy – Richland Operations Office (DOE), Mission Support Alliance (MSA), Washington Closure Hanford (WCH), and Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) to recruit students for their summer intern programs on the Department of Energy site (Hanford site) in Richland, WA.
Quick Overview:
- Minimum Requirements: 18 or older, currently enrolled in college as a full-time student during the two quarters/semesters immediately preceding the start of the internship, completed at least 2 quarters/semesters of college education prior to the internship, maintain at least a 2.5 GPA
- Time Frame: 10-12 Weeks
- Pay Rate: Varies based on the company you’re assigned to, your major, you class standing, GPA, and previous work experience
- Open to: Undergraduates and Graduate students
- To Apply: Click Here or visit their website for more information. You can also contact Jeromy Stallings directly at 509-946-1725 or via email at jeromys@anrgroupin.com Continue reading
Mortenson Construction is Hosting Interviews On Campus
Mortenson is hosting interviews on campus at the University of Washington. If you’re interested, please contact Jenna Jones at jenna.jones@mortenson.com with your resume in preparation for the event later this week.
When: Friday, October 23, 2015, 9 AM – 4 PM
Where: Arch. Hall
Summer Internship with the FHWA Federal Lands Highway Division
Looking for a summer internship? Read on to learn about how to pursue this excellent opportunity with the Federal Highway Administration Western (FHWA) Federal Lands Highway Division:
The FHWA are seeking interns for summer 2016 and will be on campus to conduct interviews for the position. The tentative meeting time and information is as follows:
When: October 28th or 29th, 5:00 PM
Where: More Hall
What: Interview for Summer 2016 interns
A bit about FHWA Federal Lands:
“FLH is relied upon by Federal Land Management Agency Partners such as: the National Park Service (NPS); USDA Forest Service (Forest Service); U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and Tribal Governments; Bureau of Land Management (BLM); Department of Defense (DOD); U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE); and Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) to solve and manage unique challenges that are wide-ranging in environment, geography and complexity, through engineering solutions that are sensitive to the context of the land. FLH is uniquely enabled and entrusted to administer many different types of funds to facilitate transportation improvements for our many Partners.
We are often confronted by unique terrain, challenging work restrictions, and uncompromising deadlines. Whether it is building highly visible and political projects, constructing roads that are national landmarks, or providing critical access on low-volume transportation facilities, FLH is at the forefront of consistently delivering distinct and sound engineering projects.
FLH consists of a Headquarters Office in Washington, District of Columbia and 3 field Division Offices: Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division in Sterling, Virginia; Central Federal Lands Highway Division in Lakewood, Colorado; and Western Federal Lands Highway Division in Vancouver, Washington.”
http://flh.fhwa.dot.gov/about/
Walsh Construction Presentation
Want to learn more about the construction industry? How to prepare yourselves for internships and full-time jobs?
Walsh Construction will be presenting on Wednesday, October 21 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM in More 234 about career development. Learn more on how to conduct and prepare an interview, and how to know which company is right for you. Young Song, a UW Construction Management alumnus, and Ethan Kaufman will be there to share their experiences–mistakes and successes. They both have over 8 and 10 years of bridge construction experience.
E-mail Kim Tsai at tsaiki@uw.edu if you have any questions.
SEAW YMF – Eastside Happy Hour
It’s time for another east-side happy hour! You’re invited to enjoy drinks
and appetizers with your fellow Puget Sound structural engineers in
Bellevue on Wednesday, Oct. 21st from 5pm-7pm at:
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
550 106th Ave. NE
Bellevue, WA
We have a table reserved in the restaurant so all ages can join. Ask the
hostess about a group of structural engineers or look for the white
hardhat. As always, appetizers will be provided by SEAW YMF. RSVPs
appreciated.
See you there!
Sequoyah Electric – Internships and Full Time Positions
Looking for a summer internship or a full time position? Read on to learn about this excellent opportunity with Sequoyah Electric:
Sequoyah Electric is holding an on campus info session on Monday, October 26th at 5pm, in Gould Hall Room 110. They’re looking for Construction Management and Electrical Engineering interns, but Civil Engineering majors would be strong candidates as well, for the summer of 2016. They’re also looking to fill full time positions. No electrical experience required!
Their President, Mahmood Ghassemi, P.E. is very passionate about engineering, construction and engaging with students. The info session will be lively! Mahmood is an electrical engineer.
They will be holding on-campus interviews the following day – Tuesday 10/27. Sign-ups will be available during our info session. Please feel free to reach out to Michele Klika (michele.klika@sequoyah.com) with questions, or call 425-814-5820. You can also visit their website.
ASCE Memberships, Lockers, and Tshirts
ASCE will be tabling in the ASCE Lounge (More Hall 312) Wednesday (10/14) from 8:30-1:30 and 2:30-3:30, as well as Friday (10/16) from 8:30-1:00.
We will have ASCE memberships, rental lockers in More Hall, and CEE t-shirts/sweaters available for purchase at this tabling.
Cash will be the only acceptable method of payment.
-T-shirts: $18 (non-Members), $16.20 (Members)
-Sweaters: $28 (non-Members), $25.20 (Members)
-ASCE Membership dues: $25
-Lockers, Fall/Winter/Spring Bundle: $35 (non-Members), $25 (Members)
-Locker Deposit (refundable): $25