Advising Announcement for Thursday, March 15, 2007 1. FE Review (Part II) 2. Summer PE classes 3. Fulbright Scholarships 4. AREMA Scholarship Deadline Extended…Friday, March 23rd 5. Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates – University of Houston 6. Job Posting, Full-time – ARCADIS 7. Job Posting, Full-time – City of Madison (WI) 8. Job Posting, Full-time – Commonwealth Engineering Group Ltd. (Smithfield, VA) 9. Job Posting, Full-time – CTL|Thompson, Inc 10. Job Posting, Full-time – Geosyntec Consultants 11. Job Posting, Full-time – Great Lakes Dredge and Dock 12. Job Posting, Full-time – Tetra Tech 13. Job Posting, Full-time - VWS North America [=================================================] 1. FE Review (Part II) Civil and Environmental Engineering professors will be hosting review sessions for some of the CEE topics which will be covered in the afternoon portion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam. (See attached for details.) April 2 - Environmental plus Water Purification and Treatment, Professor Hutzler, Dow 642 April 9 - Hydrology, Hydraulics, Professors Barkdoll and Watkins, Dow 642 April 16 - Soils and Foundations, Professor Vitton, Dow 642 [=================================================] 2. Summer PE classes If you are looking for a PE class this summer, please consider the following courses with low enrollments. Track B Intermediate Golf 51112 PE 0206 Ultimate Frisbee 51691 PE 0104 Track A Intermediate Golf 50398 PE 0206 L02 Track B M 12:35-2:15 L02 Track B T R 3:05-3:55 L01 Track A 12:35-2:15 Fynewever Mikesch Barnes Note on Golf: Students are required to purchase a golf pass and provide their own equipment and transportation to the Golf Course. Pass for the time the course meets is $130 or for the entire season is $250. Some flexibility on playing time may be negotiated with the instructor to accommodate academic schedules. WHAT A GREAT WAY TO EARN PE UNITS! FRESH AIR AND SUNSHINE GUARANTEED! [=================================================] 3. Fulbright Scholarships http://www.us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html Three opportunities Music (and you don't have to be a music major, just have a cool idea).* Fulbright-mtvU award*. Approximately *four awards *will be available for 2007-2008 to fund projects on "the power of music" as a global force for mutual understanding. The application deadline is *March 29, 2007* Teach English in Italy, all fields/ knowledge of Italian needed *CLOSES Mar 15.* Water Management in the Netherlands *CLOSES Mar 15.* As part of its mission to initiate and support educational exchange programs between the United States and the Netherlands, the *Netherland-America Foundation *(NAF) has established *Water Management Fulbright Fellowships* in response to the devastation of New Orleans by Hurricane Katrina. Given its unique geographic position (with roughly 50% of its territory below sea level), the Netherlands can provide significant insight into relevant water management issues, while also gaining the benefit of United States viewpoints and expertise through the exchange. Selected candidates will be based at the Water Research Centre at Delft University of Technology, one of the most advanced centers for water management studies in the world. [=================================================] 4. AREMA Scholarship Deadline Extended…Friday, March 23rd Please note that the deadline for all AREMA Scholarships has been extended to FRIDAY, MARCH 23rd. We are now up to 19 scholarships being offered - totalling over $33,700, so your chances are even better at being awarded one! Please visit the Scholarship Section of our web site at http://www.arema.org/eseries/scriptcontent/custom/e_arema/foundation/foundation.cfm?activesection=fo undation or simply print and return the attached application by March 23rd. (These applications can be found outside Julie’s office, Dillman 103) Stacy Elder AREMA [=================================================] 5. Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates – University of Houston Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates in Civil Infrastructure Engineering May 30 – August 7, 2007 This project is sponsored by NSF REU and the University of Houston . - Thomas T.C. Hsu Structural Research Laboratory - Smart Materials and Structures Laboratory - Environmental and Water Resources Research Laboratory - Center for Innovative Grouting Materials and Technology - Hydraulic and Hydrodynamic Laboratory Selected applicants will receive a grant through the summer months to pursue research with one of the faculty members of the Civil & Environmental or Mechanical Engineering Departments of the University of Houston. The grant will include a stipend of $3,000 and travel reimbursement if the applicant is coming from outside the Houston metro area. Room and board will also be provided on campus. The NSF REU grant mechanism is designed to promote the careers of students interested in pursuing graduate education. Participating students need to be enrolled in an accredited U.S. University and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Preference will be given to rising seniors, but juniors and sophomores will also be considered if they have a strong record. List Of Available Research Topics (1) Testing Bonding Strength Of Asphalt To Concrete Pavement (2) Testing Coating And Grouting Materials For Wastewater Applications (3) Calibration Of A New Downhole Penetrometer (4) Failures In Water Pipelines (5) Constitutive Models Of Prestressed Steel Fiber Concrete (6) Seismic Performance Of Reinforced Concrete Columns Under Seismic Excitation (7) Seismic Interaction Of Flexural Ductility And Shear Capacity (8) Intelligent Sensor Development For Infrastructures (9) Smart Aggregates For Concrete Structures (10) Application Of Nano Technology In Civil Structures (11) Vibration Suppression Of Bridges Via Base Isolation Technology (12) Smart Bolts For Health Monitoring Of Steel Bridges (13) Pathogen Contamination In Urban Waterways (14) Pcb In Air, Water, Biota, And Sediment In The Houston Ship Channel (15) Best Management Practices For Nonpoint Source Control (16) Wave Loads On Coastal Structures (17) Experimental Study On Head Loss For Flows Past Porous Structures (18) Flows In A Channel With Gravel Bottom Qualifications: � US citizens or Permanent Residents � Major in Engineering or Science in a US University � Solid Civil or Mechanical Engineering background Application Deadline: April 1, 2007 or until the positions are filled. Evaluation of applicants will start March 1. Phone: 713.743.4250 Fax: 713.743.4260 E-mail:reu-ce@egr.uh.edu For project descriptions and more information visit: http://www.egr.uh.edu/structurallab/ http://www.egr.uh.edu/SMSL/ [=================================================] 6. Job Posting, Full-time – ARCADIS Description: Environmental Engineer We are seeking an Environmental Engineer who will be responsible for the following: • Preparing remedial investigation/feasibility study and remediation work plans, sampling & analysis plans, field reports, cost estimates, sampling of surface water and sediment, & construction oversight for environmental site investigations & remediation activities. • Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering & 0-5 years related experience. We are seeking team members who desire to work on diverse and challenging projects. We need individuals with the ability to communicate effectively with internal staff and external clients and management. We look for a strong work ethic, positive attitude and people who like to have fun with their work and team. We look to provide mentorship and opportunities to advance. ARCADIS provides clients with integrated project solutions through its infrastructure, environment, and facilities capabilities. We offer the problem-solving capabilities of a 12,000-person firm, from 200 locations in 100 countries. We are dedicated to the enhancement of the built and natural environment while creating exceptional value for our clients, shareholders, employees and communities. When you work for ARCADIS, you are part of a bigger picture. You're a member of an international team of leading professionals. You work in a setting that allows you room to grow. ARCADIS offers everyone the possibility to develop and improve their own bigger picture. Requirements: Desired years experience: 0-5 Discipline/Education preferred/required: BS in Civil/Environmental Engineering Valid driver’s license and travel required http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?Job_DID=J3F56J6DGC995Y0MT4Q&cb RecursionCnt=1&cbsid=825b357a9949433894fbe0e29335782e-226653434-W1-2 James Heading, CHMM Project Manager ARCADIS G&M of Michigan, LLC. 10559 Citation Drive, Suite 100 Brighton, MI 48116 Phone: 810.225.1932 Mobile: 248.245.0427 Fax: 810.229.8837 [=================================================] 7. Job Posting, Full-time – City of Madison (WI) Job ID Company Name Job Category Location Position Type Experience 12914731 City of Madison Engineering/Architecture Madison, WI Full-Time, Employee 0-1 Years Experience ENGINEER MADISON WATER UTILITY Entry-level professional engineering work performed in the office and/or field in connection with design and construction of public works projects for Madison Water Utility. Requires degree in Civil Engineering or related field. $45,457 to $53,522 annually. Resumes received without formal application will not be considered. City of Madison Job Application Form must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on March 30, 2007 at City Human Resources Department, Room 501, 210 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Madison, WI 53703, 608-266-6500; FAX 267-1115; TTY/Textnet (866) 704-2340 http://www.cityofmadison.com/jobs.html EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER [=================================================] 8. Job Posting, Full-time – Commonwealth Engineering Group Ltd. (Smithfield, VA) Commonwealth Engineering Group Ltd, Smithfield, VA Entry Level – Engineer Descriptions/Qualifications/Requirements Commonwealth Engineering Group Ltd is a civil engineering consulting firm based in Isle of Wight County, Virginia. We have an opening for an entry level civil engineer. This position will involve AutoCAD drafting, drainage calculations, water calculations, sewer calculations, and road design criteria. Education Required: BS in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology (EIT preferred but will interview candidates in last year of Engineering School) Contact Information/Send Your Resume to: R. Mitchell Wilcox, P.E. Commonwealth Engineering Group Ltd. 17226 Commerce Lane, Smithfield, VA 23430 E-mail: cegltd@charterinternet.com Phone: 757-356-9140 [=================================================] 9. Job Posting, Full-time – CTL|Thompson, Inc Position: Entry Level Engineer Location: CTL|Thompson, Inc. - Fort Collins Job Description: CTL|Thompson, Inc. is seeking Entry Level Engineers for full-time employment in our Ft. Collins Engineering Division. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates with a B.S. in Civil or Geotechnical engineering as it will give them the opportunity to learn from leaders in the industry, while making them an integral part of a reputable organization that encourages personal and professional development. This position will include laboratory and field testing of soils, data collection, utility and drilling coordination and assisting in the preparation of project documents. As necessary, duties may also include field testing of concrete and masonry, and field observation of drilled pier construction, reinforcing steel placement and masonry construction for residential, commercial and infrastructure construction projects. In addition, this position will be cross-trained in other areas, including management skills to promote future development in the organization. While, no previous experience is required, previous work/internships in the geotechnical industry and participation in extracurricular activities are a plus. All applicants must have a clean driving record. Our full-time employees enjoy competitive pay and a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and a flexible spending account. Retirement benefits include a 401K and profit sharing plan. As leaders in the industry, CTL|Thompson employs only those with technical excellence and professionalism. Individuals exhibiting these qualities are attracted to CTL|Thompson by the potential for professional growth and advancement within the organization, and the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders. CTL|Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Website:http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CTLTHOMPSON&cws=1&rid=35 [=================================================] 10. Job Posting, Full-time – Geosyntec Consultants Geosyntec Consultants has ongoing needs for Engineers and Scientists We are seeking motivated, passionate, technical candidates to join us in our offices nationwide. Our ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in engineering or science and possesses superior communication and interpersonal skills. High academic achievement and the ability to become professionally licensed are preferred. Our successful employees demonstrate personal growth through challenge, and have a sense of urgency in responding to client needs. “You can be part of a team that delivers the right combination of skills to our clients” Since 1983, Geosyntec has provided clients with environmental, geotechnical, and hydrological engineering consulting and design services. We are an employee owned company with offices throughout the United States and in Canada, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom. Nationally known for our practice leadership, client service, and innovation, our professionals continue to develop new technology applications and capabilities. Our applied research partnerships with leading universities, NASA, DOE, DoD, and others are producing better methods for all of our practice areas. We strive to provide a stimulating, progressive, and friendly work environment that will enable us to continue to recruit and retain great staff to provide the best possible service and value to our clients Our Practice Areas Environmental Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Water & Natural Resources Risk Assessment & Toxicology Site Investigation & Remediation Waste Management Construction Management Brownfields/Redevelopment Over 600 dedicated professionals in 30 offices nationwide. ENGINEERING NEWS-RECORD RANKINGS: For 2006 Geosyntec is ranked: #67 in the Top 200 Environmental Firms #92 in the Top 500 Design Firms #164 in the Top International Design Firms . Interested? Visit us at www.geosyntec.com We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access employer. We welcome the applications of all qualified males, females, minorities, veterans, and the disabled. [=================================================] 11. Job Posting, Full-time – Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Washington Bryant will be up to interview on 3-20. He has an open interview schedule for Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management and Surveying. The job positing is in eRecuiting (www.career.mtu.edu) and has an open interview schedule (if you meet the basic requirements you will be able to sign up for an interview slot). They will need to apply before March 18th. [=================================================] 12. Job Posting, Full-time – Tetra Tech Civil/Environmental Engineer-In-Training Job Code: MPS04060 Specialty/Discipline: Engineering/Engineering Management Location: Tetra Tech - Milwaukee, WI Metropolitan Area: Milwaukee, WI Job Level: Entry-level Employment Status: Full-Time (Regular) Responsibilities: We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, and detail-oriented person for an entry-level position to support a variety of water resources and municipal design projects. Projects include water, wastewater, and roadway design, with an emphasis on stormwater management and water resources. Responsibilities will also include hydrologic, hydraulic, water quality modeling analyses. Experience Requirements: If you have a BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, co-op or summer internship experience, overall G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater, excellent performance in courses covering grading plans, storm water, sanitary sewer and water collection systems, wastewater and water treatment processes, and top-notch communication skills, we would like to hear from you! A Master’s degree and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (EIT) is a plus. Tetra Tech MPS offers a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, and opportunities for professional growth. Equal Opportunity Employer Relocation Assistance: None Tetra Tech is an equal opportunity employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Submit your resume online (http://www.tetratech.com/career/career_jobapp.asp?JobID=3316 ) for this position [=================================================] 13. Job Posting, Full-time - VWS North America Job Openings – VWS North America Veolia Water North America is North America’s leading water services provider for local and federal governments and business and industry. We design, build, operate and manage various types of facilities, programs and systems such as: Water and wastewater treatment and reclamation facilities Water distribution systems Wastewater collection systems Groundwater remediation systems Residuals and composting facilities and related distribution programs Combined sewer overflow facilities See job posting bulletin board, outside Dillman 103, for job descriptions.