September 23, 2022

 

Job Corner with Ms. Whelton, PE

What a busy couple of weeks with IR!  There are still more career fairs happening in the fall that you should attend.  First is the CE Career Fair.

Generally there are around 40 companies listed as looking for environmentally focused employees at the CE Career Fair.  Usually the companies at this career fair are mainly consulting focused. More details are given below.  This career fair will also be hybrid over two days.  Please register! Registering will most likely let you know when any appointments open. 

CE Career Fair

In person
Thursday Oct 13th
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Co Rec
Virtual
Tuesday October 18th
10:00 AM -5:00 PM
Virtual via career fair plus

They haven’t closed registration yet for the virtual portion of the fair, so nothing is posted at the moment.  I will update you as I find out more.  I will say that the in-person fair is full and has been full for some time.  I highly suggest you plan to attend in person since companies love to meet you (and its good for you to make that personal connection). 

There will also be informational sessions/seminars on Wednesday October 12 from 5-9pm but they aren’t posted yet.

The College of Agriculture Fall Career Fair is another career fair you may want to attend.  It is also completely full (employer wise).  There may be more opportunities with agricultural companies and on the ecological side of things.  This is generally the only fair the Peace Corps attends on campus.  Other than the location and date/time below there is no additional information yet posted for this fair.

Details: College of Agriculture Fall 2021 Career Fair

            In Person
            Tuesday October 4th
            9:30 AM -3:30 PM
            CoRec

The CCO also has a feature to help you with the interview process.  You can now practice interviewing from your home!  They will even help you develop answers to common interview questions.  Check out Big Interview to help you get prepared: https://purdue.biginterview.com/

If you need a quiet space for a virtual interview, you can reserve a room in Young Hall via this link.

FE Information for EEE Seniors 

The Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is the first step in the process leading to the PE license. It is designed for students close to finishing their engineering degree or recent graduates. The FE exam is administered by NCEES (National Council of Examiners for engineering and Surveying).  Learn more about professional licensure at here. 

The EEE FE Exam Reimbursement Program is meant to encourage and support EEE students to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam during their time at Purdue. It offers 100% reimbursement with a passing score and 50% reimbursement for a failing score on the FE. Once the student takes the FE, they are to provide proof of their test date and score along with an itemized receipt to Dr. Robinson, nlrobins@purdue.edu. The deadline for a reimbursement request is last day of classes (Friday before finals week) in the semester that you will graduate with the BSEEE. Only one reimbursement per student will be allowed.

Hiring Undergraduate Research Assistant

Prof. De la Cruz needs three Undergraduate Research Assistants to work one or more of the following: 

1) Landfill Emissions Modeling 
 
-Landfill methane emissions modelling and comparison with field measurements data such as satellite, eddy covariance, tracer correlation and drone approaches.
-Preferably with programming background/familiarity (e.g., R, python, and MATLAB)
-Basic statistical analyses (e.g., linear/non-linear regression, correlation analysis)
 

2. Laboratory Work

-To assist in conducting routine chemical and biochemical analyses in research related to biomass carbon removal and storage (BiCRS), volatile PFAS thermal destruction, PFAS leaching in solid wastes
-Analyses include gas chromatography, pH, organic carbon analysis, solid phase extraction
-Occasional field work may be involved.
-Background on basic chemistry is desired.
-Laboratory experience is preferable but not required
-Some background in programming and basic statistical analyses is desired but not required
-Safety conscious
-Able to lift 30 lb. bucket
 

3. Environmental Justice and Waste Management

-Aggregate national and state data on the impacts of waste management facilities (e.g., landfills, transfer stations, materials recovery facilities, incinerators) on the host Environmental Justice Communities
-Implement the U.S. EPA EJ Tools
-Interface with representatives from Environmental Justice Communities, non-profits, regulatory agencies and facilities operators
-Assist documenting the results in the form of industry article and peer-reviewed publication
 
Undergraduate rate: $14/h (undergraduate research for credit is also an option but you can’t do both)
If interested, please send resume to Prof. De la Cruz (fdelacru@purdue.edu).
 
Florentino De la Cruz, PhD
Visiting Assistant Professor
Environmental and Ecological Engineering, Purdue University
RM 326B Potter Engineering Center, 500 Central Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47907
Office: 765-494-4392 

Purdue Engineering Virtual Graduate Showcase

Are you interested in learning more about graduate school and research at Purdue Engineering?  Attend the Engineering Virtual Graduate Showcase - September 25 - 26, 2022.
Meet Purdue Engineering Graduate Programs and Faculty, and learn about both graduate research and summer undergraduate research programs at Purdue. Free, online, and interactive.
 
EEE professor, Prof. Howarter, will host two zoom sessions during the event for EEE paths.  There also is a 1 hour session on UG research opportunities at Purdue.
  • Register to access pre-event content
  • Present a research poster for cash prizes (optional) - best poster and people's choice
  • Attend event to receive an application fee waiver ($60 savings), in order to apply to Purdue Graduate Programs for FREE (good for up to two years which means that anyone who will be graduating between now and May 2025 would benefit)!
Learn more from the Virtual Graduate Showcase website.
If you have questions, please email engrgrad@purdue.edu.

HOLDs: Action Required by EVERY Student in MyPurdue Portal

It is time for your annual review of your Financial Obligations Statement and Emergency Contact Information.  Please take a few minutes to review and complete both of these important tasks in order to avoid issues with your upcoming Spring 2023 registration. 

  • Action needed – Affirmance of Financial Obligations:

Review and update your annual agreement by visiting the Bills & Payments page via mypurdue.purdue.edu and click the link “Affirmance of Financial Obligations” found within the Student Account section.  Doing so will automatically release the hold on your account.  Lack of compliance will result in your inability to register for classes, including the ability to drop or add courses. Click here for further instructions. 

  • Action needed – Emergency Contact:
Add or validate an existing emergency contact by visiting the Academics page via www.mypurdue.purdue.edu and click the link “Emergency Contacts” found within the Personal Information section.  Doing so will automatically release the hold on your account.  Lack of compliance will result in your inability to register for classes, including the ability to drop or add courses.  If an emergency contact exists, you must click the Verify/Submit Changes button at the bottom of the page even if there are no changes made.  This will trigger the automatic release of the hold. Click here for further instructions. 

Additionally, there is an opportunity for you to provide your cell phone number in order to receive text messages from your academic advisor, Office of the Registrar and Student Success Programs.  You can access this option at www.mypurdue.purdue.edu.  Click on the Academics page and look under the Personal Information section.

EEE Travel Assistance Request Opportunity

  • Looking for a funding opportunity to assist with costs associated with your Study Abroad, Global Experience, Service-Learning Project, Conference, etc.?
  • Students seeking monetary assistance for travel costs associated with studying abroad, presenting research or other educational activities should use the attached form to validate their need for such support. Applicants should have an initial discussion concerning the intended program with Tammi Thayer.
  • Applications are due October 15 to Dr. Nina Robinson, EEE Administrative Director. Email to nlrobins@purdue.edu.
  • Application form attached.

College Life IN Indiana Digital Passport

The College Life IN Indiana “digital passport” is a college student's guide to over 150 destinations and excursions across the state that will provide entertaining and thrilling experiences. Sign up online for the passport and receive custom prizes for visiting multiple destinations across the state. Students need to check-in from a smartphone at one of the designated passport locations. Participants earn more by visiting more locations. Earn free prizes like t-shirts, sunglasses, and backpack coolers!

CSCN Challenge

The Circular Supply Chain network (CSCN) focuses on the transition circular economy by solving various supply chain issues. Solve a real Circular Supply Chain Problem with a team of four, register and receive your problem statement, then submit your proposal for a chance to win various prizes. The online challenge will be from September 28th to October 5th. To learn more see attachment at bottom or see sign up online.

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