Job Corner with Ms. Whelton, PE

This section is prepared for the newsletter by Ms. Margaret Whelton, PE. She is the SEE Manager of Industrial Experience. The responsibilities of this position include working with industry to secure internships, co-ops, and full-time job opportunities for students; developing real world senior design and research projects; and facilitating partnerships between industry and Sustainability Engineering and Environmental Engineering. She has twelve years of experience as a practicing environmental engineer prior to becoming part of SEE.  She is a registered professional engineer in Indiana, Virginia, and Alabama. 

I know your time is limited, so I always recommend attending IR and the Civil Career Fair in the fall.  Go to the Ag Fair if you have time or you have a specific interest in working for ag companies. 

Civil Engineering Career Fair (Oct 9^th in person) will be held at the CoRec from 9am to 3pm. A list of companies attending can be found here.  It is not on the career fair plus app so you may want to do some additional research before you get to the fair.  This fair will mainly feature consulting firms and there will be EEE alums present. The CE Career Fair is generally the night before the career fair so October 8^th in Hampton Hall.   No information is posted yet on the schedule or attendees for the info sessions. I’ll send you updates on the CE Career Fair closer to the event. 

 The Ag Fair is on Tuesday October 7^th at the CoRec from 10:00am-3:00pm.   See who is attending here.  Please note the Ag Fair is also not on the career fair plus app. Anyone who makes something has an environmental need.  If you attend, I suggest you visit the companies that interest you.   Companies like John Deere, Cargill and Hormel have hired EEEs in the past.

Since the Ag Fair and CE Career Fair are during the same week, and you can only go to one, I suggest the CE Career for the number of companies relevant to EEEs.  If you want to work for an Ag company, the Ag fair is an excellent opportunity to connect with those types of companies.

The CCO has resources that can help you in the job search. They can review your resume, give a mock interview, and offer workshops to aid you in the process of looking for employment.  They also have information sessions listed that are scheduled through CCO.  Check here for all CCO related events on campus: https://www.cco.purdue.edu/Calendar    There are several sessions to improve your interviewing skills and there is a series of workshops specifically for international students. In particular there is a workshop in regard to visa options after graduation.  Company info sessions can also be found here.  In addition, there is an online session on 10/23 specifically for internships for Australia.   Those EEEs going study abroad to Australia should attend if possible.  Keep checking the CCO calendar for these and other events as it is continually updated.

Did you know you can even practice your interview skills at the CCO?  You can schedule a mock interview through them.  This is a great way to practice your sales pitch!  You can schedule a mock interview Monday to Friday during normal business hours here under “Undergraduates-Quick Chat-Peer Mock Interview”:  https://www.cco.purdue.edu/Students/WhatWeOffer  You can also do an interview via Big Interview virtually here.

Finally, if you are interested in graduate school, you should go to the Engineering Graduate Showcase (Sept 28^th and 29^th).  You need to register, but it is free to attend.  For those graduating soon, you don’t have to attend the entire event see links below for more details.

• More information and link to register: https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/Academics/Graduate/graduate-showcase
• How do you get grad school fee waived? https://engineering.purdue.edu/Engr/Academics/Graduate/graduate-showcase/Fee-Waiver

Nominate a SEE Academics Committee Sophomore Representative

The SEE Academics Committee need to fill the sophomore representative position.  SEE Faculty, staff and students can nominate 1 or more sophomores for consideration. Nominations close Friday, October 3 at 11:59pm. Use this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKVxx_Pv9-8y9Am0zgs5yu0bVk2_X4wWnfR3U4xoeLHcwpoA/viewform or the QR code on the flyer. 

EEE Alumni Zoom Panel

You are invited to participate in the EEE Alumni Zoom Panel being held on October 7.  Connect with EEE alumni to hear how their EEE degree has propelled them into environmental careers at DKS Associates, Black & Veatch, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, Wessler Engineering, Burns and McDonnell - India, Commonwealth Engineers, SRF Consulting, Chewy Inc., and graduate school.

Time: Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 05:30-6:30PM.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://purdue-edu.zoom.us/j/93635603206?pwd=GHCfVaQAP9qAGCFre8wXZaVdi8aKii.1

SEE Travel Assistance Scholarship

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 have an initial discussion concerning the intended program with Tammi Thayer to determine if they are eligible.

Apply at https://engineering.purdue.edu/SEE/Engagement/Travel_Assistance_Request_Form

Applications for this round are due October 30. 

ESE Fall Preview Day

Are you considering graduate school in ecological or environmental fields? The Ecological Sciences and Engineering (ESE) Interdisciplinary Graduate Program at Purdue University invites you to Fall Preview Day on Friday, October 3, 2025 from 9 am - 1:30 pm in the Purdue Hall for Discovery and Learning Research (DLR). This free event is a chance to learn about MS and PhD programs, meet current students and faculty, explore campus and research opportunities, and address questions regarding admissions and student life. RSVP Here - Contact us at ese@purdue.edu with questions you may have.

Department of Energy WDTS Summer Internship Fair

On November 6th, 2025 the U.S. Department of Energy is hosting an online Internship Fair for the summer of 2026. See more information on the flyer. Register here: https://lnkd.in/exmJrdMU

London Study Abroad 2026: Water and Infrastructure Resilience

Join Prof. Whelton in his study abroad to London from March 14th to March 22nd, 2026 and learn about how man-made disasters are impacting public health and how professionals are working to support critical infrastructure. Students will earn 3 credits in EEE495. See the flyer or view the website: Water and Infrastructure Resilience: Public Health and Extreme Events - London, UK

SEE Study Abroad

Interested in studying abroad? Here are the steps you should take: 

Meet with the Purdue Study Abroad office FIRST!  See how you can connect with them at https://www.purdue.edu/gpp/sa/about/appointment.html

Visit the Engineering Study Abroad Course Equivalency Database

Read the Studying Abroad in SEE page.  This includes a link to the EEE Qualtrics info survey. 

Complete the EEE Qualtrics info survey – it is required before meeting with your EEE advisor or EEE liaison.  It was created to guide students through the basic study abroad resources prior to meeting with their advisor, with the hope that it helps students to be more aware of existing resources and empowers them long-term on how to find appropriate help. In addition, follow up meetings with the EEE advisor can now be less focused on the basics and more productive focusing on real needs and questions.

AFTER you’ve completed the survey, you can make an appt with Tammi or Maeve if you’d like to discuss how to optimize your plan of study to incorporate abroad courses.

Purdue Campus Sustainability Culture Assessment

As part of the Campus Sustainability Self-Study Project being led by Purdue University’s Institute for Sustainable Future, faculty, staff and grad students will be asked for feedback to enable the setting of benchmarks and guide future planning in areas related to campus sustainability. The “Purdue Campus Sustainability Culture Assessment" will be administered online from September 15 to September 26. The survey will not be sent to all emails, so we encourage you to participate by going to this link to take the survey.

JCPenney Suit-Up Event

Get Career Ready with JCPenney Suit-Up! Students, staff, and faculty can text BOILERS to 67292 to receive a one-time 30% off coupon. This year’s sale goes beyond suits - shop discounts on workwear and scrubs too! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e_NqBsBv 

LEED Green Associate Certification

EEE students should understand that LEED is one professional certification. Earning a PE license in engineering requires considerably more education, knowledge and experience, and all EEE graduates are qualified to eventually earn a PE license, which is significantly more valuable. On occasion, an EEE student will ask about LEED. LEED is more within the domain of the Arch Engr group within Civil. The LEED Green Associate (GA) credential is the only entry level sustainability designation and shows employers and clients that you have certified knowledge in the green building industry. Most people can take a short course and pass the LEED certification test. As a courtesy, the following info is being provided. It is not required or necessarily endorsed.

LEED Green Associate (GA) Training - Webinar and Online self-paced options:

LeadingGreen will be offering live webinars that can be streamed on any of the following dates:

1. October 4 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EDT

2. November 15 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST

3. December 20 2025 – 1:00PM – 5:30PM EST -OR- 

4. On-demand recordings completed at your own pace

The above options (1-4) are all identical.

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

Explore the webinars – complete with comprehensive training, practice exams, valuable tips, and a textbook - facilitated by a USGBC Faculty member.
Cost: $200 with the code 'green' for students (non-students $300)

Register here for live or self-paced options - https://leadinggreen.com/online

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

EEE47200: Community-Engaged Engineering Design

Those interested in this Spring 2026 course must send a resume and statement of interest to Dr. Lindsey Payne (paynel@purdue.edu) by November 7th at 5pm. More information can be found on the flyer. 

Maeve Brewer's SEE Hours for EEE Degree Program

Maeve Brewer is in the SEE office on Wednesdays & Thursdays only.  She also offers appointments in LMBS 5281E on Mondays and Tuesdays from 2:30-4:30pm; Fridays from 9:00-11:00am.  All appointments should be scheduled by the student via BoilerConnect.

Indiana Statehouse Internship Program

The Directors from the Indiana Statehouse Internship Program will be on campus on September 29th. They are recruiting for Spring 2026 interns through a reception in the PMU Anniversary Drawing Room. More information about this reception can be found here. See more details at https://www.cco.purdue.edu/Calendar/Event/949

HDR Reverse Career Fair

On December 29th, HDR is hosting a Reverse Career Fair in Rosemont, IL for students to hear presentations, engage in group discussions, and connect one-on-one with our engineers. Former interns will also share their experiences and answer questions about what it’s like to work at HDR. Register and find more details on the invite. 

Indiana Water Fellows Program

The Indiana Water Resources Research Center (IWRRC) is launching a new program for the 2025-26 academic year! The Indiana Water Fellows Program is an academic-year long program for undergraduates, designed to increase their exposure to critical water topics and available careers in Indiana's water workforce. The IWRRC is piloting this program at Purdue University. Each participant can expect:

• $1000 stipend - Each Water Fellow receives $1,000 stipend per academic year to participate.
• Learning Community - Be a part of an interdisciplinary cohort of students with similar interests
• Attendance at a water conference in Indiana for FREE - Fellows will attend one conference per academic year where you will develop networking and public speaking skills. Travels expenses and registration costs are covered.
• Connection with Water Experts - Fellows will connect with Indiana water experts through monthly meetings
• Connection to water internships and jobs - Fellows will learn about potential career options in the water field and make connections with employers with possible internships and job opportunities.

Applications are now open and available at https://iwrrc.org/indiana-water-fellows/ until October 16, 2025. See the flyer here.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

CAPS is here to support students. Anyone seeking services can be seen for brief screen on the same day or next day when requesting services. Students can schedule these appointments online, by contacting the main line at 765-494-6995, or coming to PUSH. During the same day/next day brief screen appointment, the counselor and student develop a support plan and identify next steps. The longest wait for the next appointment is when a student wants individual counseling and the current wait for the next appointment is 2-3 weeks for a Routine Initial Consultation while an Urgent Initial Consultation is 1-2 days. 

See the Fall 2025 Welcome Letter, Let's Talk Drop-in Flyer, Anxiety Toolbox Flyer, or Wellness Workshop Poster for more information on CAPS events this semester. 

Academic Success Center (ASC)

The ASC offers a collection of services and programs designed to help students be successful in the classroom. Be proactive and review available resources now. Don’t wait till things get difficult to manage.  ASC provides:  Study Skills Consultations, Peer Success Coaching, Supplemental Instruction (SI), Workshops, Accountability Groups, and much more.  See ASC’s offerings at https://www.purdue.edu/asc/. 

QUESTIONS? For more specific information about each service, be sure to check out their homepages, or Email academicsuccess@purdue.edu, call 765-494-4700, or visit Wiley C215.

Some of the Fall 2025 events include: 

1. Workshop Schedule - They will be offering 9 workshops throughout the semester. All of the workshop descriptions and links to register are available here.
2. Accountability Groups – They are offering 14 Accountability Groups this semester. Students can view group times and join here. These groups provide students with consistent, dedicated study time, peer connection and support, and academic skill development. 
3. Peer Success Coaching – The Fall 2025 Peer Success Coach Request Form is now open. Peer Success Coaches serve as a point person for students as they navigate life at Purdue. Coaches function as guides, listeners, and motivational partners. Think you could benefit? attend PSC drop-in hours or request a personal PSC.
4. Supplemental Instruction (SI) - The Supplemental Instruction (SI) session and office hour schedule is live. Students enrolled in a SI linked course will also have a course titled Fall 2025 Supplemental Instruction on their Brightspace. This course will indicate session times, locations, leaders, and any changes made throughout the semester. 
5. Study Skills Consultations - Study Skills Consultations are individual meetings (in-person or virtual) with a professional staff member to discuss academic skills and strategies related to time management, studying, exam preparation, etc. Students can schedule an appointment using BoilerConnect.

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