Opportunities / Learning and Engagement

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Senior Design

Senior Design is a two-semester capstone experience course (required to graduate from the CoE) that culminates in the annual Senior Design Demo Day. Information about Senior Design including details about the annual Senior Design Demo Day can be found on their website.

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First Year Design Expo (FExpo)

“FExpo” is an exhibition of innovative semester projects by First-Year Engineering Students enrolled in ENGR 1166, Foundations of Engineering course in the Spring Semester. Students formulate and build creative designs for Wind Turbines, Water Filtration, Spacesuits, Bridges, and Hot Air Balloons! The Expo is open to all students and faculty across the University.

In the Spring of 2024, students in ENGR 1166 embarked on a brand-new project to design a futuristic Solar-Powered Martian Habitat that featured multidisciplinary and multilevel teamwork.

Information about FExpo can be found on the College of Engineering Undergraduate website.

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Experiential Learning and Engagement

Engineering students have the opportunity to enhance their education through internships, co-ops, and industry engagement. Internships offer students short-term, hands-on experience in real-world settings, allowing them to apply classroom knowledge and develop professional skills. Co-ops are typically longer (generally through an academic semester but can span an entire year) and have integrated benchmarks into the academic curriculum. These programs are vital for career development, as they enable students to build networks, gain insights into various engineering fields, and enhance their resumes. Industry engagement opportunities, such as project collaborations, site visits, and mentorship programs, further enrich students’ learning experiences. By participating in these programs, students can make informed career choices, increase their employability, and transition smoothly from academia to the professional world. 

Industry Engagement 

Industry engagement in the College is fostered through meaningful collaborations and interactions between students, university personnel, and industry professionals. This engagement can take many forms, including guest lectures, workshops and facilitated dialogs, and university -sponsored events.  

These partnerships provide students with the opportunity to interface directly with industry leaders working on state, regional, and national projects, that can lead to the experiential opportunities listed above. Be sure to follow our Instagram uconn.engineer.your.career

Visit the Network with Professionals – UConn Center for Career Development to get started on your networking journey.