Applied Learning

Every degree-seeking student will engage in meaningful, applied learning experiences that connect classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. From undergraduate research and industry-sponsored design projects to internships, co-ops and global experiences, our students are immersed in opportunities that prepare them for life and leadership beyond graduation. These experiences begin early and are intentionally built into the K-State engineering journey, ensuring that every graduate leaves not only with a degree, but with the confidence, skills and perspective to make an immediate impact.

Nearly 1,000 students participate in internships each year
50+ college-sponsored student organizations and teams
World-class faculty offer undergraduate research opportunities

Opportunities

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Join a college-sponsored organization or team
Student interacts with a company representative.
Attend career events to secure a paid internship
Student presents in front of two other students.
Enroll in E-LEAD to learn leadership through doing
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Advance your education abroad

Engineering Design Showcase

Each spring, the college hosts the Engineering Design Showcase that exhibits design projects from capstone design courses, student organizations and teams, and undergraduate research projects.

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