Whether you are seeking an internship or job in industry, pursuing further education, or looking for academic jobs, the Office of Career Development and Corporate Relations is available to support you.

We encourage you to take advantage of the resources and events below. When you’re ready to meet with an Engineering Career Coach, schedule an appointment in Handshake. Engineering Career Coaches can help you:

  • Network with alumni, employers, and campus resources
  • Explore career possibilities
  • Develop targeted job search strategies
  • Review and customize tailored application materials
  • Communicate your skills and interests throughout the job search process

AUBURN ENGINEERING FELLOWSHIP ALLIANCE (AEFA)

The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, in support of the Honors College Office of National Prestigious Scholarships, has established the Auburn Engineering Fellowship Alliance (AEFA).  The purpose of AEFA is to identify and assist Engineering majors, minors and graduate students in the pursuit of nationally competitive scholarships and awards such as the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship (NSF GRFP), the DOD SMART Fellowship, the DOD NDSEG Fellowship, the NIH National Research Service Award, the NSTGRO, the NIST Measurement Science and Engineering Fellowship, as well as the Rhodes, Marshall, Gates-Cambridge, Fulbright and Goldwater Scholarships. 

For a full list of available scholarship and fellowship opportunities, follow this link:

https://www.eng.auburn.edu/current-graduate-students/professional-development/external-fellowship.html

Many, but not all scholarships, require U.S. Citizenship.  Furthermore, many, but not all scholarships, require a university endorsement.  Finally, many but not all scholarships, will only fund graduate level (MS, PhD, or their equivalent) study and research.

These awards and fellowships are very competitive in nature, and AEFA is here to assist you in submitting competitive applications.

Leading the AEFA effort are Dr. Ed Davis (Department of Mechanical Engineering) ewd0001@auburn.edu, Dr. Russell Mailen rwmailen@auburn.edu (Department of Aerospace Engineering), and Dr. Paul Harris (paul.harris@auburn.edu  Department of Political Science. You can also reach AEFA at AEFA@Auburn.edu.         

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

myIDP – Individual Development Plan | A unique, web-based career-planning tool tailored to meet the needs of Ph.D. students and postdocs in the sciences. Provided by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

InterSECT Job Simulations | An online platform that allows PhD-level scientists to explore future career options.

Science Careers | A section of the AAAS Science Magazine focused on career information and job postings.

Beyond the Professoriate Blog | An organization that seeks to empower PhDs to build impactful careers and engaged lives, wherever smart people are needed.

The Cheeky Scientist│Career Development, Networking, and Transition resources for Ph.D. students

EVENTS

Auburn Three Minute Thesis Competition | Develop research communication skills to effectively explain your research to a non-specialist audience in 3 minutes.

Auburn University Graduate School Professional Development Calendar

Council of Engineering Graduate Students

  • Graduate Engineering Research Showcase
  • Distinguished Engineering Graduate Student Seminar Series
  • Finish in 5 Competition

College of Engineering Preparing Future Faculty Workshop

Engineering Career Events 

RESOURCES

Job search resources

Engineering CDCR Search Resources

Whether applying to internships or full-time roles, begin by targeting your search. Focus on a particular industry, position, and location. This will help you effectively market yourself to the specific employers you are seeking.

Utilize the search tools and resources below to help you identify possible employers. Focus on no more than 10 - 15 organizations at one time.

Digital tools for all students
 Select "Target Your Search"
  • Handshake
  • CareerShift
  • USA Jobs
  • BuzzFile
  • LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor
On-campus networking opportunities
  • Career Fairs + Interview Days
  • Industry Days
  • Coffee Chats
  • Lunch and Learns
  • Table Talks
  • Employer-in-Residence meetings
  • Student Organization meetings
Search Resources for Graduate Students
Job Search Boards
for Graduate Students in STEM Fields
Sectors of Government
Engineering Job Boards