Student Opportunities
Internships
Engineering Technology students access industry internships that provide hands-on experience, professional mentoring, and the career readiness employers are looking for.
ETEC 4391 Fall or Spring Work-Based Mentorship Course
ETEC 4391 Summer Work Based Mentorship Course
Please click the link below and sign in or sign up for Handshake to view the Quanta services, Inc. employer information. On the right side of the webpage, internship postings can be found under Jobs at Quanta Services, Inc.
Scholarships
Find scholarships designed to help Engineering Technology students reduce costs and stay focused on academic success, career goals, and applied learning.
Student Organizations
Faculty Advisor
The Faculty Advisor for the Engineering Technology Ambassadors is Dr. Iftekhar Basith.
description
The ETEC department recruits qualified students to serve as Student Ambassadors based on need and availability. If you are interested in the program, please fill out the ETEC Ambassador Application and submit it with other required materials to Dr. Iftekhar Basith at iib002@shsu.edu. Please copy Kelsie Cooper at kmm128@shsu.edu as well.
Twitter: @etecambassadors
ETEC Ambassadors' Constitution
Our Ambassadors
Members
Member: Eric Guzman Medrano
Member: Lac Quang (Jack)
Member: Ingrid Rojo
Member: Adenrele Obalanlege
Member: Helen Gomes
Members: Elizabeth Kim
Members: Mohammed Admin
Members: Jesse Reyna
Members: Austin Williams
Faculty Advisor
The Faculty Advisor for the Sam Houston Construction Association (SHCA) is Dr. Min Jae Suh.
Description
The Sam Houston Construction Association (SHCA) was created in 2007 to provide a student chapter of the Association of General Contractors of America (AGC). In 2025, the SHCA also became a student chapter of the Design Build Institute of America (DBIA).
The goal of this organization is to provide a professional environment in which students can engage with other students of similar interest. The organization provides networking opportunities by having industry professional speakers and encouraging career fair participation. Our organization strives to give our members a deep understanding of the field while actively participating in our community through service projects. This organization provides students the opportunity of growth at a professional level.
Informational Flyer
Meetings: Thursday @ 5 PM-6:15 PM in room 310 of the Fred Pirkle Engineering & Technology Building.
Officers/Committee
- President: Jack D.
- VP: Evamaria Z.
- Treasurer: AJ S.
- Historian: Jackson N.
- Secretary: Juan H.
- Parliamentarian: Caleb P.
Events
- BBQ Cook Off
- ETEC Career Fairs
- SHCA Golf Tournament
- Resume Building Workshop
- Socials
Contact Us
faculty Advisor
The Faculty Advisor for the National Society of Black Engineers is Dr. Reg Pecen.
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Who are we? Here at Sam Houston State University, the NSBE is a community of black engineering and technology students that have come together to collaborate, inspire, and forge a bond that exceeds far beyond our time here at this university.
Our Mission Statement
"To increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community."
faculty advisor
The Faculty Advisors for Katatronix are Dr. Iftekhar Basith and Dr. Junkun Ma.
Description
The KatatroniX Club is both professional and social. Members work to inspire and intrigue fellow students and younger generations to participate in robotics. The organization invites any student from Sam Houston State University that has a passion for robotics. As a STEM/STEAM SHSU student, this association provides you with an opportunity to develop your robotics skills and experience in the competitive environment. There is no major requirement for prospective KatatroniX members!
Membership
Membership is open to any student at SHSU that has a passion for the robotics STEM/STEAM field. Dues are annual to help fund all of the community outreach programs. KatatroniX dues are 10 dollars annually.
Meeting Times:
Monthly Membership Meeting: Every Monday from 5-6 PM in the Fred Pirkle Building, Room #100. (September-May)
Advisor/Executive Meeting: As needed.
Social Media
Officers
- President: Caleb Eduardo Vicente Aquino
- Email: cev029@shsu.edu
- Phone: (323) 836-4457
- Vice President: Jesus Ojeda Santoyo
- Email: jxo096@shsu.edu
- Secretary:Jose Soto
- Email: jxs338@shsu.edu
- Executive Member: Grant Currior
- Email: gbc010@shsu.edu
- Executive Member: Jaylon Taylor
- jjt057@shsu.edu
Faculty Advisor
The Faculty Advisor for the Renewable Clean Energy Association is Dr. Reg Pecen.
Description
RCEA is open to any SHSU student who is interested in promoting the advances in renewable and clean energy technologies. The Renewable and Clean Energy Association strives to support, learn, and spread information on new clean and efficient energy technology.
Come join us as we discuss new technology, hear from speakers in the field, enjoy free food and drink, work on projects, and plan outings to events about clean energy.
Membership dues: $20
Please contact one of the officers if you have questions about upcoming events.
Officers
- President: Legima Langmia
- Vice President: Joshua Lampard
- Secretary: Kelvin Ngnambala
- Social Media/Event Planner: Conner Cantu
Faculty Advisors
The Faculty Advisors for the SWEET organization are Ms. Rachel Scherer and Mr. Chris Rabe.
Description
The Society of Women for Excellence in Engineering and Technology (SWEET) is a coed organization that is both professional and social. Student members work to inspire young women and children to pursue degrees in the field of engineering. The organization invites any student from Sam Houston State University that is majoring or minoring in the STEM/STEAM degree areas. As a STEM/STEAM SHSU student, this association provides you with an opportunity to develop your professional contacts. You will gain a better insight into what the career you have selected is all about.
Social Media
Meeting Dates/Times:
- TBA
Membership
Membership is open to any student at SHSU that is majoring or minoring in a STEM/STEAM field. Dues are annual to help fund all of the community outreach programs. Currently SWEET is in the progress of becoming an officially recognized collegiate chapter of the Society of Women for Engineering.
Membership fee: Not collecting membership fees at this time.
Find us on Org link.
Officers
- President: Madeline Serna
- Vice President: Helen Gomes
- Secretary: Andrea Rincon
- Treasurer: Mia Abrego
- Social Media Chair: Anahi Aguiluz
Extended Optional Collegiate Affiliate Membership
Students have the option of joining individually for $20.00. Upon graduation, students are encouraged to join the professional membership or Society of Women for Engineering.
Many student-affiliated groups have been successful in holding joint meetings with personnel from the Industry and University. SWEET membership offers outstanding value! Meetings are usually the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month.
Your membership includes:
- Club T-Shirt
- Interaction with other SHSU student organizations
- Team up with other SHSU student organizations to have a greater positive impact
- Scholarship eligibility
- Networking opportunities with practicing women in STEM/STEAM, engineers, and other colleges
- Expert guest speakers from the industry
- Support system of peer groups, mentors, advisors, and industry leaders
- Develop your leadership and management skills
- Regularly scheduled meetings where you may get advice from fellow members on everything from time management to graduate schools, all while making lifelong friendships
- Professional development seminars
- Interviewing techniques
- New technologies
- Field trips
- Social activities
- Campus events
- Community service projects
- Fundraising activities
- Equipment demonstrations
- Job fairs
- School/Department open houses
Community Outreach
- Habitat for Humanity
- State Park Cleanup
- SWEET Speaks
- Scare on the Square
- Dallas ISD STEM Expo
- Saturday@SAM
- Scouts@SAM - Engineering Badge
- Judging at Career and Technology Student Organization state contest
- Volunteer/Mentoring of students in Huntsville ISD
- Volunteers of the BEST Southeast Texas contest
Impacting the Future
Join a society of pioneers, advocates, and mentors who support and guide your collegiate and professional journey in the fields of Engineering Technology and/or STEM/STEAM. You will gain a vast pool of resources to nurture your personal and career development. Your involvement will positively impact the future of Engineering Technology and/or STEM/STEAM.
faculty Advisor
The Faculty Advisor for the Virtual Reality Club is Dr. Ulan Dakeev.
Organization Purpose/Mission
The purpose of the Virtual Reality Club is to work as a team to understand and further the capabilities of Virtual and Augmented Reality Applications. We do so by utilizing Game Development Engines, such as Unity! We occasionally host events and gaming tournaments.
Membership
Questions? Contact Dr. Dakeev at: uxd003@shsu.edu
This club typically meets in Annex A behind the Fred Pirkle Engineering Technology Center on Tuesday at 5:30 PM.
Officer Team
- President: Yannis Lagrosa
- Vice President: Kennedy McFarland
- Secretary: Helen Gomes
- Event Coordinator: Jesse Reyna
Contact Us
Visit Us
Fred Pirkle Engineering Technology Center
Box 2088
1019 Bowers Boulevard
Huntsville, TX 77341-2088
Room 400
Call Us
936.294.1223