The Student Engineers' Council Engineering Development Committee works to help develop and inform freshmen engineers at Texas A&M University about opportunities both within the college and in industry upon graduation. This is done through Industry Nights, Speaker Series Seminars, and Department Information (DI) Saturday.
Industry Nights are opportunities for freshmen engineering students to learn about different sectors of the engineering industry from professionals from a wide variety of companies. Speaker Series Seminar is another opportunity that can foster academic interest in research and graduate studies from professors conducting high-level research at Texas A&M University.
DI Saturday is an event in both the Fall and Spring semesters which provides freshmen engineering students the opportunity to hear from professors and students in the different engineering majors at Texas A&M University. This event is designed to help freshmen engineering students learn more about engineering majors offered at Texas A&M before applying through the Entry-to-a-Major (ETAM) process.
All freshmen engineering students are required to attend one Industry Night or Speaker Series Seminar and DI Saturday each semester. The objective of these events is to guide freshmen engineers in the major selection process, as well as inform them about career opportunities.
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DI Saturday
Students should check their emails for a registration form link
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Rudder Auditorium
ABB is a multinational corporation based in Zurich, Switzerland, specializing in robotics, power, heavy electrical equipment, and automation technology. It was formed in 1988 by the merger of ASEA of Sweden and BBC Brown Boveri of Switzerland. The company operates in four main areas: Electrification, Industrial Automation, Motion, and Robotics & Discrete Automation. Known for its significant research and development efforts, ABB is a leader in advancing industrial productivity and energy efficiency. ABB operates globally, with a presence in over 100 countries and approximately 110,000 employees.
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Rudder Theatre
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, arms, security, and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, it was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. Lockheed Martin is one of the largest companies in the aerospace, defense, and security sectors, primarily serving the U.S. government. It operates in four main business segments: Aeronautics, Missiles and Fire Control, Rotary and Mission Systems, and Space. The company is known for its high-tech military products, including the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, the C-130 Hercules aircraft, and various missile and fire control systems.
Majors
Rudder Theatre
LyondellBasell is a multinational chemical company that operates in the fields of petrochemicals, polymers, and refining. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is a key player in the global chemical industry. LyondellBasell is involved in the production of a wide range of products, including plastics, chemicals, and fuels. They are known for their innovative solutions in materials and technologies that cater to various industries, such as packaging, automotive, construction, and more. With a commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices, LyondellBasell continues to contribute significantly to the development of materials that shape modern life.
Majors
Rudder Auditorium
Capital One is a leading American bank holding company headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Renowned for its innovative approach, the company offers diverse financial services, including credit cards, auto loans, banking accounts, and mortgages. Capital One distinguishes itself through a strong focus on technology, utilizing data-driven strategies and artificial intelligence to enhance customer experiences. With a commitment to financial literacy, the company has become a prominent player in digital banking, providing convenient and secure online services
Majors
Rudder Theatre
Bain & Company, a global management consulting firm, is renowned for its strategic advisory services to major organizations. Founded in 1973, it is one of the "Big Three" consultancies, known for its focus on actionable strategies and a distinctive corporate culture emphasizing teamwork and client success. Bain has expanded its offerings to include digital transformation and sustainability, maintaining its leadership in addressing complex business challenges.
Majors
Rudder Theatre
Rudder Theatre
Kimberly-Clark is a prominent multinational corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. Known for its pioneering efforts in the personal care industry, the company specializes in producing a wide range of products including diapers, tissues, and sanitary napkins. Kimberly-Clark sets itself apart with a deep commitment to innovation and sustainability, employing advanced technologies and sustainable practices to meet the health and hygiene needs of consumers worldwide. With a focus on enhancing the well-being of communities, Kimberly-Clark continues to lead in the personal care sector, offering high-quality, essential products that cater to the everyday needs of millions.
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Department Information Saturday is back! Spring 2024 DI Saturday will be hosted in the Zachry Engineering Education Complex on February 24th. Representatives will give a brief overview of ETAM and answer any questions regarding the process. Following this presentation, everyone will be dismissed to their Department Information Sessions. Each Session will last approximately 45 minutes, allowing for 15 minutes breaks in between. Students are required to attend two sessions and are encouraged to check their emails for a registration form link.
Go to the SEC Registration Hub, select an Engineering Deveopment Event with available spots and fill out the registration form. We look forward to seeing you there!
Industry Night/Speaker Series
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Industry Night/Speaker Series
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DI Saturday
Students should check their emails for a registration form link!
The following is a list of the most frequently asked questions about Industry Nights:
Industry Nights are two-hour seminars organized by the Student Engineers’ Council and hosted by several different companies. Industry Nights are designed to provide freshmen engineering students with more exposure to the opportunities available to them through internships or employment with these companies.
Speaker Series are two-hour seminars organized by the Student Engineers’ Council and hosted by professors at Texas A&M who are actively involved in research projects. Speaker Series seminars are designed to provide freshmen engineering students with more exposure to opportunities available to them through undergraduate research and graduate studies in different technical fields.
If you are a TAMU College Station student, attending an Industry Night or Speaker Series is also part of your course grade in ENGR 102/216. Students are required to submit a 250-word essay on the seminar that they attended, as described in the course syllabus.
If you are a TAMU Galveston student, you are not expected to attend Industry Nights or Speaker Series, and the events are completely optional.
Students attending other TAMU schools may have the option of watching the presentation online.
Industry Nights are held in Rudder Theatre, and Speaker Series are held in the ZACH Chevron Room. Both events are from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. You can find the exact dates above on the schedule. You MUST register for an Industry Night or Speaker Series to attend it.
Go to SEC Registration Hub and select an Industry Night or Speaker Series with available spots. Fill out the provided form using your TAMU email address.
Not to worry! If you can’t attend an Industry Night or Speaker Series, you can fill outthis formup to 24 hours before the Industry Night or Speaker Series that you cannot attend. If you complete the form accurately before this time, you should receive a confirmation email, and the Student Engineers’ Council will have a record of the cancellation. If you have a University Excused Absence, please email the excuse to engrdevelopment@sec.tamu.edu
You need the provided confirmation email, and your TAMU Student ID. We will be using your Student ID to verify your identity.
This usually happens if the registration wasn’t made with a TAMU email account. Cancel your registration, and re-register with your TAMU email account. You should then receive a confirmation email.
Please see the “Business Casual Guidelines" document in the Rules/Guidelines section.
Note that any students without business casual attire will NOT be allowed to enter an Industry Night or Speaker Series.
The event lasts from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm but students only need to register for two 45-minute sessions.
You should show up at the times within that range which you signed up for.
We want students to learn about the different majors the College of Engineering has to offer.
This is especially helpful when choosing a second or third choice major.
Please do not sign up for more than one session in each of the two groups. We ask that students who are interested in attending more than one presentation show up and sign a waitlist for the presentation.
If there is still room after all registered students have entered, we will allow students into the presentation.
Please bring your student ID for check-in. Dress code is casual.
All students in the freshman engineering program are required to attend.
If you are in your major already or cannot currently apply through the ETAM process, you will have an alternate assignment. If you will be attending DI Saturday from another campus, you are still required to register online.
Your reflection essay should contain 200-250 words addressing the following questions.
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