Opportunities & Activities
Enrich your education — and your life. Take advantage of the professional and personal growth opportunities at UD.
The School of Engineering develops programs that build technical, personal and professional skills, preparing you for a rich life after graduation. Our students have a national reputation for excellence, and the opportunities available to you through our program are equally prestigious.
Work side-by-side with industry leaders, and get hands-on experience to prepare for life after school. You'll graduate with the skills, experience and confidence necessary to make a difference in your career and society.
Is engineering for you? From summer camps to open houses, get hands-on experience and see for yourself.
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5-Year Programs
Get a major jump on your graduate engineering education — get your bachelor's and master's degrees in just five years! We offer accelerated programs in chemical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering, and engineering management.
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Aircraft Energy Harvesting and Management Ph.D. Assistantship
The assistantship will focus on the development of energy harvesting and management strategies for aircrafts. One specific research item would be to evaluate the use of thermoelectric energy conversion devices to recover waste heat from aircrafts. Green card or citizenship is required.
Contact the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering for more information.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Discover your future in chemical engineering by attending conferences, touring plants, networking with professionals and attending social events with the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.
Visit the American Institute of Chemical EngineersAssociation for Computing Machinery
Share a passion for computers with students of various backgrounds and majors. The ACM is open to any student with an interest in computing.
Visit ACM >>Biomedical Engineering Society
The Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) is an interdisciplinary society that represents both biomedical and engineering interests. Its ongoing vision and mission is to be a full-service professional society for biomedical engineering and bioengineering by promoting the knowledge and advancement of the profession.
Visit BMES >>Chi Epsilon
This society for civil engineers honors individuals who make significant contributions to the civil engineering profession. University of Dayton Chi Epsilon members participate in service-related activities including Habitat for Humanity and refurbishing a steel sculpture on campus. Chi Epsilon >>
Continuing Education
The School of Engineering offers short- and long-term continuing education programs that let you refresh your skills or remain current on emerging topics. Take advantage of our learning events including Lean Series, ISO Series, Six Sigma Series and SunRise Series. Visit the Center for Competitive Change >>
Cooperative Education
Gain hands-on experience and apply the concepts you learn in class by alternating semesters of full-time study at UD with semesters of full-time, paid work experience in industry, business or government. Go to the School of Engineering's Co-op Site >>
Epsilon Delta Tau
Epsilon Delta Tau, a social fraternity, develops professional and social connections among engineers, participates in service activities, and promotes fraternal brotherhood.
Visit Epsilon Delta Tau at UD >>Eta Kappa Nu
The honor society Eta Kappa Nu is open to junior and senior electrical engineering majors with outstanding academics. Members participate in industrial tours, tutoring and social activities. Visit Eta Kappa Nu >>
ETHOS
In the ETHOS service program, students help integrate technology with global cultures and communities. The emphasis is placed on ideas and implementation of appropriate technology, sustainable development and service-learning through technical immersion, integrated classroom work, collaborative research and on-campus activities.
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Hire a Flyer
The search for a job just got easier. Hire a Flyer is a free online service that simplifies the job search process — for co-op positions and full-time work after graduation. Using Hire a Flyer, you can research companies, search for openings, read job descriptions and submit your résumé. You can also schedule interviews, register for career events and search the Alumni Career Network. Why wait? Find your dream job today!
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Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers
Become a member of the world's leading professional association for the advancement of technology. While national chapter membership is limited to engineering majors, any interested student can attend IEEE events. Visit IEEE at UD >>
Institute of Industrial Engineers
Develop skills, professional contacts and earn recognition through scholarships, fellowships and awards—join the Institute of Industrial Engineers.
Visit IIE >>Institute of Transportation Engineers
The Institute of Transportation Engineers is an international educational and scientific association that promotes professional development, supports and encourages education and stimulates research.
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Learn, Lead and Serve Fund Grants
If you're looking to make a positive impact on the community while exploring engineering concepts, the School of Engineering Learn, Lead and Serve (LLS) Fund can help. The LLS grants are given to encourage students to perform domestic and international research in engineering topics while serving community organizations. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $2,000, and higher amounts are available for team projects. Applications are accepted each semester. For additional information contact Philip Aaron by phone, 937-229-4388, or e-mail aaronpht@notes.udayton.edu.MBA-ready Program
Earn a UD MBA with just one calendar year of additional study after completion of the MBA-ready program requirements.
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Minority Engineering Program
Reach your full potential through this integrated program that creates an optimum learning environment and supports minority engineering students financially, fundamentally, practically and intellectually.
Minority Engineering Program >>National Society of Black Engineers
The National Society of Black Engineers' mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.
NSBE University of Dayton Chapter >>Ohio Space Grant Consortium Fellowships
Master and doctoral fellowships are open to U.S. citizens enrolled in a graduate engineering degree program.
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Optical Society of America
OSA promotes the generation, application and archiving of knowledge in optics and photonics and to disseminate this knowledge worldwide. The purposes of the Society are scientific, technical and educational.Phi Sigma Rho
As a national social sorority for women in engineering, Phi Sigma Rho creates a bond of sisterhood while promoting academic excellence and involvement in service projects.
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