Jan. 13, 2025
Hi CEAE Students,
Welcome Back! Hope you all had a nice break!
Study Abroad!
Education Abroad information session
January 29, 12:15-1:15 in ECNW 150A
Interested in studying abroad as an Architectural or Civil Engineering student? Get ready to explore! Discover program options, timing considerations, finances & scholarships, and course planning strategies at this session. Food provided!
Study Abroad! First-year AREN and CVEN students
There’s a study abroad program through ISA in Valencia, Spain, that’s perfect for fall of year two in civil and architectural engineering plans. Students can stay on track by taking thermodynamics, physics 2 + lab, calculus 3, and statics (all taught in English), along with a Spanish class at any level for HSS credit. If you’re interested, talk to your advisor! The application deadline for Fall 2025 is March 1.
Upcoming Events & Deadlines
CEAE cheers on Buffs Basketball!
Feb. 19, 2025. Meet in DLC 1B70
Join your CEAE friends to cheer on the Buffs women's basketball team as they take on Baylor! Meet for food at the CEAE department before the game between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m., then we'll walk together from the DLC to the basketball game at 6:30 p.m.
Note: To access the CEAE ticket block, an RSVP is required by Jan. 29, 2025. Discounted student tickets will be available for purchase through the CEAE ticket block on the RSVP form. If you already have a CU sports pass, there's no need to buy a new ticket—just RSVP to join us for the pre-game food and festivities!
CEAE WAFFLE FRIDAYS!!!
Treat yourself to a waffle made-to-order and customizable! Enjoy a break with a CEAE friend, or pick up a waffle between classes. No RSVP needed. Open to CEAE students!
10 a.m.-noon, CEAE Student Break Space (ECCE 1B65) on the following dates:
January 24
February 7
March 7
CEAE Faculty Stories
The Department of Civil, Environmental & Architectural Engineering invites CEAE students to attend our Faculty Stories Series. This will feature our own faculty telling us about their path into engineering, what they’re currently working on and their plans for the future. Light food and refreshments will be provided.
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 12:15-1:15, DLC 1B70
Environmental Engineering
Professor Richard Regueiro,
Geotechnical Engineering & Geomechanics; Engineering Science & Materials Science
Wednesday, March 12, 12:15-1:15, DLC 1B70
Professor Karl Linden
Environmental Engineering, Civil Systems, & Geoenvironmental Engineering
Wednesday, April 9, 12:15-1:15, DLC 1B70
TBA
Spring 2025 Graduation
The university commencement ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025, 8:30 a.m. at Folsom Field stadium.
The Civil and Architectural Engineering ceremony will be held Noon - 3 p.m. in a large white tent on Engebretson Quad. This ceremony is for graduating AREN and CVEN BS, MS and PhD students along with their friends and family.
Interested in Summer classes?
The department is offering remote Maymester Analytical Mechanics 1 (CVEN 2121), and remote/ online hybrid Augmester Thermodynamics (AREN 2110), in Summer 2025. You will be able to see these courses in class search. Please contact your advisor if you're interested!
Scholarships
ACEC Colorado Scholarship Deadline Extended
The American Council of Engineering Companies of Colorado (ACEC Colorado) has extended its scholarship application deadline to Friday, Jan. 17, 2025. Currently, ACEC Colorado has received very few applications, which significantly increases your chance of being awarded a scholarship.
ACEC Colorado - Scholarship Application Portal
NCSEA Diversity in Structural Engineering Scholarships
Applications are now open for this year’s National Council of Structural Engineers Associations (NCSEA) Diversity in Structural Engineering Scholarships.
Last year, the NCSEA Foundation awarded $70,000 in scholarships to 25 students, with individual awards ranging from $3,000 to $5,000. These scholarships aim to support students historically underrepresented in structural engineering, including (but not limited to) Black/African Americans, Native/Indigenous Americans, Hispanic/Latino individuals, people with disabilities, veterans and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
For eligibility details and application requirements, visit the scholarship website.
Deadline: Feb. 16, 2025
ACEC Research Institute Scholarships
The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Research Institute is the leading source of knowledge and thought leadership for creating a more sustainable, safe, secure, and technically advanced built environment. The Institute’s mission is to deliver information and business strategies that guide and elevate the engineering industry through research, forecasts, trend analysis and academic scholarships.
Through the ACEC Research Institute scholarship portal, qualified students have access to more than 100 scholarships totaling nearly $1 million in grants, including:
- A $5,000 NCEES Scholarship specifically for students from Colorado
- A variety of diversity and inclusion scholarships, including those for HBCUs
- Both merit-based and need-based opportunities
The portal will automatically match students with ALL scholarships available to them based on their completed application. Application deadlines vary, so students are encouraged to apply today!
Employment Opportunities
Undergraduate and Graduate Student Research Positions
CIEST Research Technician
Multiple funded Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) positions @ University of Vermont, Burlington, VT For those with a BS or students who will be graduating soon.
Full-time positions
- Civil Engineer II/III (Capital Projects – Transmission & Distribution) – Fort Collins-Loveland Water District. Submit your resume to hr@fclwd.com
- Civil Engineer II/III (Development Review) – Fort Collins-Loveland Water District. Submit your resume to hr@fclwd.com
- Civil Engineer I, Town of Wellington, CO, Great opportunity for spring 2025 grads!
- Civil Engineer, Project Engineer or Project Manager, Civil Design Consultants, Inc.
- Project Engineer, Vertix Builders
- Assistant Superintendent, Vertix Builders
- Design Engineer, McNAMARA • SALVIA
- Field Engineers, Kraemer North America
- Mechanical Project Engineer — 0-3 years experience, 360 Engineering, Inc.
- Consultant – Customer Programs - Energy, Sustainability, & Infrastructure Solutions – Campus 2025, Guidehouse.
- Project Engineer—W.E. O’Neil Construction
- Civil Engineer (construction), entry-level position — Central Federal Lands Highway Division
- Central Federal Lands Highway Division: For students not ready to apply, but would like to stay updated
Part-time Positions
- Spring 2025 Call for Graders & Course Assistants —The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering is seeking students interested in serving as Graders or Course Assistants for the spring 2025 semester. More information
Internships
- Structural Engineering Intern, IMEG
- 2025 Summer Internships—BBA Water Consultants
- Crane Intern, Crane Service Inc., New position geared toward undergrads!
- Field Engineer Intern, Kraemer North America
- Mechanical Intern – Junior/Senior Level College Student — 360 Engineering, Inc.
- Central Federal Lands Highway Division — Learn more: Why Work for Federal Lands Highway - YouTube
- Central Federal Lands Highway Division — Entry-level career development program; Construction Control Inspector; Pathways student intern (civil engineering); Entry-level civil engineering program
- USDA Forest Service — Rocky Mountain Region
2,700 temporary, permanent seasonal and permanent employee positions; entry to mid-level Eligibility, position and location details, application tips and instructions.
Check out CEAE’s employment page, which will be updated throughout the semester.