SWEmail
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Society of Women Engineers
26 October 2011
In This Issue:
· Society of Women Engineers Collegiate Section Announcements
o Join a Cal Poly SWE Committee
o SWE Merchandise for Sale
o Upcoming Industry Tour (Action Required)
o Building an Engineer Day Volunteers Needed
o Happy HalloSWEen: Pumpkin Carving
· On Campus Info Sessions and Events
o Upcoming SWE Sponsored Info Sessions
§ Northrop Grumman Tour
o Ignite
o Vagina Monologues
· Job & Internship Opportunity Announcements
o FM Global
o Highlander Solutions
o FBI
· Scholarship Announcements
o SWE Scholarship Opportunity
o Hispanic Scholarship Fund
o Asian Pacific Community Fund – Scholarship Opportunity
Upcoming Dates:
26 OCTOBER 2011
· Lockheed Martin Info Session
o Bonderson Room 104
o 12-1 PM
· SWE General Meeting
o Study Abroad for Engineers
o Bonderson Room 104
o 6-7 PM
o Free Pizza! Merchandise for Sale! Free freshman membership!
27 NOVEMBER 2011
· Happy HalloSWEen!
o Pumpkin Carving with SWE!
o Bring your own pumpkin
o Main Entrance to Engineering IV
o 6:30 PM
28 OCTOBER 2011
· Ignite
o Fast Paced Talks sponsored by CSC/SE
o Phillips Hall
o 6:30 – 7 PM
5 NOVEMBER 2011
· Building an Engineer Day
o Bonderson Room 104
o 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
17-18 NOVEMBER 2011
· High School Shadow
o On Campus – SLNM Residents (Overnight hosts needed!)
Society of Women Engineers
Collegiate Section Announcements
Join a Cal Poly SWE Committee
Are you interested in becoming more involved with SWE? SWE committees allow for members to volunteer their time, without becoming an officer. If you are interested in the following events/committees, please contact the committee chair ASAP!
Corporate Relations
Assist Committee Chair with Corporate Contacts and organizing Cal Poly SWE Corporate
WOW, Ms. Engineer and Open House
Plan WOW events, eWeek event (Ms. Engineer) and Open House events (Phone Bank, Club
Building an Engineer Day
Assist BAE Committee Chair in planning Fall and Spring BAE Day. Katrina Lieu
High School Shadow
K-6 Events
Assist in planning elementary focused outreach events. Maiya Bourland
Scholarship
Assist in selecting scholarship recipients. Heavy commitment for Evening with Industry
Evening with Industry
Plan and coordinate EWI, commitment heavy November-January. Hollie Kucera
Freshman Involvement
Plan Big/Little Sibling events. Coordinate freshman oriented events. Julianna Levy
Graphics
Create posters/flyers, update Facebook page, create tshirt and sweatshirt designs,
Fundraising and Merchandising
SWE Merchandise for Sale!
Have you seen the new SWE Sweatshirts!? Do you want one!? Cal Poly SWE will be ordering sweatshirts for all interested members this quarter. If you are interested in purchasing a sweatshirt ($40 per sweatshirt), please email Ashley Parry amparry@calpoly.edu and notify her of your interest!
SWE Shirts, Cups, Mugs and Tote Bags are available for purchase at all general meetings and in the SWE Office (building 13 room 202, 10 am-4 pm Monday-Friday). Be sure to stop by and purchase your SWE merchandise!
Upcoming Industry Tour (Action Required)
Northrop Grumman
Aerospace Systems
Date to be determined based on interest. Limited space available! If interested, contact Arlene Lopez ASAP at alopez30@calpoly.edu
Ignite
Cal Poly Ignite invites you to join our next [Halloween Themed] Spooky Ignite! Ignite is a series of fast paced talks on any topic passionate to you. Presenters have 5 minutes with 20 slides that auto-advance every 15 seconds on topics anywhere from Academia to Zombie Survival.
When: Friday, October 28th, 2011 6 - 7:30pm
Where: Philips Hall
Questions? contact us: ignitecalpoly@gmail.com
Vagina Monologues
The Vagina Monologues is an award-winning play written by author and activist Eve Ensler. Ensler wrote The Vagina Monologues after conducting countless interviews with women about their experiences and feelings regarding sexuality. For the last seven years, Cal Poly Women's Programs has brought The Vagina Monologues to the Cal Poly campus community. The cast is comprised of both students and contributing community members. If you are interested in becoming involved with The Vagina Monologues please contact Michelle Houston at mphousto@calpoly.edu.
Auditions for The Vagina Monologues will be held November 1st from 7-10 p.m. in UU 220, November 3rd from 7-10 p.m. in UU 220, and November 4th from 3-5 p.m. in UU 216.
The Vagina Monologues will be performed February 17th, 18th, and 19th at 7:30 p.m. in the PAC Pavillion. Tickets will go on sale in February at the Performing Arts Center Box Office.
Job and Internship
Opportunity Announcements
FM Global
If you enjoy variety, put your time-management and organization skills to use handling field visits, office work, and projects for large commercial occupancies and hazards. Consultant Engineers are charged with ensuring that FM Global Engineering Standards are followed and, as necessary, must communicate the appropriate recommendations and/or engineering solutions to ensure client understanding and agreement for risk improvement so strong communication, listening and interpersonal skills are a must. You must also be willing to travel to Natural Catastrophe sites as needed.
Successful Consultant Engineer candidates have the following qualifications:
· Minimum of a BS degree in an engineering discipline (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial and Systems, Aerospace)
· Cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0
· Strong verbal and written communications skills
· Good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
· Efficient time management ability with minimal supervision
· Solid technical aptitude including diverse knowledge of engineering principles
· Valid driver’s license
· Physical ability to climb ladders, lift >25 lbs., balance, and heights
· Proficient in MS Office products
This position is for a home-based Resident Consultant Engineer in the Los Angeles area. You will be expected to work independently and should be willing to operate from a home office.
Application Instructions
If you would like to be considered for the opportunity of a Consultant Engineer (aka Field Engineer) with FM Global you must create a profile and apply via https://university-fmglobal.icims.com/jobs/3555/job?mode=view. Also, please upload your resume, a cover letter, and unofficial transcripts.
Once you have created a profile you can begin taking advantage of the following features:
» Apply to this and other opportunities at FM Global that interest you
» Create a search agent to receive e-mail alerts when new opportunities are posted on the University Career Center that match your interests or preferred location
» View the status of an opportunity you've expressed interest in
» E-mail a friend you think would be a perfect fit for an opportunity at FM Global
» ...and much more!
The attachment describes the Consultant Engineer position and FM Global in more detail.
Highlander Solutions
Large Electrical Contractor in the Greater Los Angeles area is looking for a Junior Electrical Design Engineer. If you're looking to get into the electrical contracting field, read on. The company has been around for over 30 years, and tackles everything from Higher Ed, to Amusement Parks, Live Venues, Data Centers, and more.
Job Duties:
Create and design for custom made-to-order requirements, using computer-aided design.
Develop accurate layouts, assembly drawings, details and bills of materials.
Review engineering drawings prior to the release to groups/jobs.
Estimate engineering time required to modify designs of existing jobs.
Prepare plans and layouts for equipment or system arrangements and space allocation.
Take direction from Sr. engineers and/or group Presidents and Executives to research drawings, catalogs, sketches, etc., to develop detailed dimensioned AutoCAD drawings.
Preferred Job Requirements:
Must know AutoCad 2011.
Electrical design or construction background is a plus.
Job Duties:
Create and design for custom made-to-order requirements, using computer-aided design.
Develop accurate layouts, assembly drawings, details and bills of materials.
Review engineering drawings prior to the release to groups/jobs.
Estimate engineering time required to modify designs of existing jobs.
Prepare plans and layouts for equipment or system arrangements and space allocation.
Take direction from Sr. engineers and/or group Presidents and Executives to research drawings, catalogs, sketches, etc., to develop detailed dimensioned AutoCAD drawings.
Preferred Job Requirements:
Must know AutoCad 2011.
Electrical design or construction background is a plus.
Dylan Campbell
Highlander Solutions
323.330.9540 - direct
310.909.3576 - cell
skype: highlandersolutions
twitter: highlandersol
Highlander Solutions
323.330.9540 - direct
310.909.3576 - cell
skype: highlandersolutions
twitter: highlandersol
FBI
Plan To Attend: THE FBI VIRTUAL CAREER EVENT FOR COLLEGE INTERNSHIPS
Tuesday, October 25th & Wednesday, October 26th 9am-Noon & 1-4pm EST
Tuesday, October 25th & Wednesday, October 26th 9am-Noon & 1-4pm EST
Join an elite group of Interns for a coveted look inside the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). It all starts online in a password-protected virtual location when you register now.
VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
- 10-Week Unpaid Internship (Summer 2012)
- Field Offices in the Northeast, Southeast, North Central, South Central, Northwest, Southwest or Washington, D.C.
- 10-Week Unpaid Internship (Summer 2012)
- Field Offices in the Northeast, Southeast, North Central, South Central, Northwest, Southwest or Washington, D.C.
If you're one of the select few that qualify for an Internship with the FBI, you'll work alongside Special Agents and other FBI personnel. You'll contribute to projects of national significance, participate in experiences that you'll never forget, and have some amazing credentials to add to your resume.
Connect. With Recruiters... Virtually. The FBI actively seeks women, minorities and persons with disabilities.
If you would like to receive notifications about new opportunities from the FBI visit http://www.aftercollege.com/ads/bannertrack.asp?id=6715&jid=818490&messageid=mB19d24PAhM9xZCo&campaignid=TDHGGsvBS3jz2Elw&gid=-1576562222&sid=717152 and click the blue "follow" button.
SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTS
SWE Scholarship Opportunity!
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is giving out a $1000 scholarship to a deserving SWE member! They are looking for Electrical and Mechanical Engineering students. Scholarship criteria include:
Major GPA: 3.7 Overall GPA: 3.5
Current Resume with Work Experience
Volunteer and Extracurricular Activities Listing
Leadership Experience List
Interview in November
Good luck!
Send all materials or questions to Stasia Newark at anewark@calpoly.edu
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is giving out a $1000 scholarship to a deserving SWE member! They are looking for Electrical and Mechanical Engineering students. Scholarship criteria include:
Major GPA: 3.7 Overall GPA: 3.5
Current Resume with Work Experience
Volunteer and Extracurricular Activities Listing
Leadership Experience List
Interview in November
Good luck!
Send all materials or questions to Stasia Newark at anewark@calpoly.edu
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Greetings from the Hispanic Scholarship Fund!
As the scholarship outreach and promotion coordinator I am emailing you to tell you about an amazing scholarship opportunity we currently have with the Marathon Oil Corporation!
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund, and the Marathon Oil Corporation have partnered to provide financial resources to an outstanding African-American/Black, Alaska Native, American Indian, Asian/Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American/Latino undergraduate students with scholarships of up to $15,000 and paid internship opportunities!
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund, and the Marathon Oil Corporation have partnered to provide financial resources to an outstanding African-American/Black, Alaska Native, American Indian, Asian/Pacific Islander American and Hispanic American/Latino undergraduate students with scholarships of up to $15,000 and paid internship opportunities!
This program is for students who will be entering the 2011-2012 academic year as a Sophomore or will be graduating in May or June of 2014, and are majoring in one of the following majors:
· Chemical Engineering
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Geology/Geosciences
- Information Technology (IT/MIS)
- Mechnical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Supply Chain Management (Management)
Likewise, Seniors with plans to enroll in Master's Program for Petroleum Engineering or Geology/Geosciences scholarships are eligible to apply and encouraged to apply!
Applicants must be a US Citizen or US Legal Permanent Resident.
The last day to apply is November 1, 2011!
*Scholarship is available to: Hispanic-American/Latino, African-American/Black, Asian/Pacific Islander American, Alaska Native or American Indian students!
The maximum award amount is $15,000!
Click here or on the logos for more info!
Click here or on the logos for more info!
If you'd like more information regarding the Hispanic Scholarship Fund or other programs we have do not hesitate to ask! Remember to follow us on Twitter and be our friend/fan on facebook for the LATEST updates on scholarships, events and more!
Sincerely,
Sincerely,
Amía Soto-Carrión
Asian Pacific Community Fund – Scholarship Opportunity
Dear Student Org Representative,
My name is Christine Ma and I'm the Scholarship Program Coordinator for the Asian Pacific Community Fund, a network of 29 community organizations focused on transforming the lives of Asian and Pacific Islanders throughout Los Angeles County. Through a partnership with Verizon, we are offering $20,000 in scholarships this year for students attending a 4-year accredited college.
The scholarship application and information can be found here:
http://www.apcf.org/index.php/what-we-do/scholarship-fund
The 3rd cycle of the scholarship program offers 5 - $1,000 awards for college students who will be entering their third year at a 4-year, accredited college/university in California, Oregon, or Washington, or are a resident of those states. Scholarships are open to students majoring in math, sciences, engineering, or a related field.
TRANSFER STUDENTS coming from a 2-year institution and attending a 4-year institution in Fall 2011 are also eligible to apply for the scholarship.
The deadline for the 3rd cycle is October 31, 2011.
Please forward this message to any interested members of your organization and all appropriate listservs, and if possible, post on your website and office. An informational flyer with specific requirements is available here: Announcement Flyer
Feel free to contact me at scholarships@apcf.org or (213) 624-6400, ext. 6 if you have any questions or would like additional information. Thank you for your time and interest!
Best,
Christine Ma
My name is Christine Ma and I'm the Scholarship Program Coordinator for the Asian Pacific Community Fund, a network of 29 community organizations focused on transforming the lives of Asian and Pacific Islanders throughout Los Angeles County. Through a partnership with Verizon, we are offering $20,000 in scholarships this year for students attending a 4-year accredited college.
The scholarship application and information can be found here:
http://www.apcf.org/index.php/what-we-do/scholarship-fund
The 3rd cycle of the scholarship program offers 5 - $1,000 awards for college students who will be entering their third year at a 4-year, accredited college/university in California, Oregon, or Washington, or are a resident of those states. Scholarships are open to students majoring in math, sciences, engineering, or a related field.
TRANSFER STUDENTS coming from a 2-year institution and attending a 4-year institution in Fall 2011 are also eligible to apply for the scholarship.
The deadline for the 3rd cycle is October 31, 2011.
Please forward this message to any interested members of your organization and all appropriate listservs, and if possible, post on your website and office. An informational flyer with specific requirements is available here: Announcement Flyer
Feel free to contact me at scholarships@apcf.org or (213) 624-6400, ext. 6 if you have any questions or would like additional information. Thank you for your time and interest!
Best,
Christine Ma
Scholarship Program Coordinator
Asian Pacific Community Fund
1145 Wilshire Blvd, 1st Floor
Asian Pacific Community Fund
1145 Wilshire Blvd, 1st Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90017
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