Student Involvement

WCE Ambassador Program

Who are the ambassadors? 

The ambassadors are a group of students who volunteer for the U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering (WCE). The primary responsibilities for an ambassador are to attend outreach events and to promote WCE.  The ambassadors advertise the engineering and construction management programs and share their experiences of being a WCE student at FGCU. Ambassadors collaborate with the WCE staff to create lessons and activities for K-12 students that demonstrate engineering, computing and construction concepts. 

Some events the ambassadors attend include:

• Eagle Expo - fall and spring
• Events at local elementary, middle and high schools
• Building tours for prospective students
• U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering Career & Internship Expo - fall and spring

Engineering Ambassador Requirements

1. GPA of 2.5 or above
2. Have a declared major in bioengineering, construction management, civil, environmental, environmental engineering, software engineering, or computer science
3. Passed Introduction to Engineering, Introduction to Programming, or Construction Seminar
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills
5. Complete an Ambassador Application. Applications are accepted during the spring semester.

Student Spotlight

Are you a WCE student who has completed an internship, presented at a conference, participated in a competition, or are involved with an interesting hobby? We want to hear about what you've been up to! Fill our this form to be featured on our social media and/or website! 

Student Spotlight Form

Internships & Job Opportunities FAQs

U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering
Contact: Lexi Velte
Phone: (239) 590-7312

How do you find an internship?

Several times a month I send out internship and job opportunities from wceinfo@fgcu.edu. Check your email for these opportunities, as they come from employers that have recently reached out to me. Additionally, all employers are encouraged to post their positions on Eagle Career Network, FGCU's internship and job board. Students can log in to this platform using their FGCU credentials. You can also find helpful information about internships on the Career Development Services site. If you try these steps and still have difficulty, don't hesitate to reach out to me.

What is the different between an internship and a part-time position?

When a student completes an academic internship, they receive academic credit for the experience. The companies will be required to complete paperwork from the U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering and help the intern(s) reach the learning outcomes for the course. To sign up for an academic internship, you must receive approval from the professor teaching the internship course. 

Non-academic internships (part-time or full-time positions) do not earn academic credit. These positions are relationships strictly between the student and employer – FGCU is not involved. There is no required paperwork to be completed.

How many hours does a student need to complete for internship credit?

For internships completed with an Engineering degree, students are expected to complete 135 hours.
For internships completed with a Construction Management degree, students are expected to complete 180 hours.

WCE Career Expos

WCE Career Expos are career fairs focused on jobs and internships in the fields of computing, construction, and engineering. The fall WCE Career Expo will be held Sep. 16, 2025 from 2-4 PM. Please dress professionally and bring copies of your resume. 

WCE Careers & Connections

WCE Careers & Connections is a tabling event for engineering, computing, and construction employers in the Holmes Hall Lobby. Employers and dates will be added here when they are scheduled. 

Engineers Week (E-Week)

Engineers Week is a nationwide celebration in February that brings together students, faculty, and professionals to recognize the contributions of engineers and promote the importance of engineering in shaping the future. The week is filled with a variety of events, including workshops, guest speakers, and social gatherings, all designed to inspire innovation, foster collaboration, and highlight the diverse opportunities within the engineering field. We even have an annual faculty versus students game of Tug-of-War! WCE and the engineering RSOs work together to bring these events to life each year.

Order of the Engineer

The Order of the Engineer ceremony is a prestigious event that honors engineering students as they formally pledge their commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards in the field of engineering. During the ceremony, participants take an oath and receive a ring, symbolizing their responsibility to uphold the values of honesty, integrity, and excellence in engineering practice. We celebrate this once a year during the spring semester. This year, the Order of the Engineer ceremony will be held on Friday, Feb. 21 at 5 p.m.

Order of the Engineer Program 2025

WCE Day

WCE Day is a dynamic celebration honoring the achievements of our students. The day kicks off with senior project presentations, where students showcase the innovative work they've done in their senior capstones and senior design courses. The day continues with an award ceremony to celebrate our graduates, highlight student achievements, and more! Stay tuned for additional details via email. For any questions, please contact Julie Rose at jrose@fgcu.edu.

WCE Day Program 2025