There are nine essential skills you should have in order to find, acquire, maintain, and grow within a job.

Essential skills built through majoring in Environmental Engineering include:

• Engage in lifelong learning and professional development by acceptance and attendance in classes or being active members in one or more professional organizations related to their field.
• Function as a responsible member of society demonstrating professionalism in their work assignments
• Apply their technical leadership and communication skills to practice professionally in a collaborative, team-oriented manner that embraces the multidisciplinary and multicultural environment of today’s business world

Click here to learn more about each essential skill.

Students graduating from Civil Engineering Technology find themselves most often in Construction Industry, Transportation, and Structural Design and Consulting

Click here to explore career opportunities by major.

Students who choose to pursue a graduate degree often consider these pathways:

• Civil Engineering, MS @ University of Colorado Denver
• Civil Engineering, MS @ Colorado State University
• Civil Engineering, MS @ University of Colorado Boulder

Click here to learn more about applying to graduate school.

Major milestones consist of activities students should complete during their first year, middle years and last year at MSU Denver. These milestones will help prospective and current students explore major and career options and create a year-by-year plan to integrate curricular (what happens inside the classroom), co-curricular (what happens inside and outside the classroom, and non-curricular (what happens outside the classroom) experiences. For example, milestones might list specific classes student should take at specific times along their journey or may suggest when students should participate in research opportunities with faculty members.

Simply put, Major Milestones are meant to enhance your student experience and set you up for success.

To use this tool to the fullest, follow these steps

1. Click on your year in school from the list below.
2. Read the steps listed in each category: Cultivate, Engage and Prepare.
3. Complete any necessary steps listed.
4. Check out further resources by connecting with your academic advisor, the Classroom to Career Hub, and your department faculty.

All options listed below are available in-person and online unless noted otherwise.

• Attend orientation and register for classes.
• Meet with your Academic Advisor.
• Complete FAFSA/CASFA/COF and the General Scholarship Application.

• Join a student organization and get connected to support on campus.
• Declare a major, (explore our fully online programs!) or meet with an exploratory advisor to learn about options.
• Attend signature events on campus (Convocation, Fall Fest, Spring Fling, etc.).

• Familiarize with the Civil Engineering Technology program at MSU Denver
• 4-year degree plan work with a professional advisor
• Career paths in CET-Faculty advisor

• Student Chapter involvement such as ASCE and AISC
• Connect with other CET students in your cohort and higher level cohort
• Connect with faculty and students to be informed of potential study abroad and or international partnership opportunities-such as Refurbishment of Structures course

• Prepare for post-graduation
• Oral and written skill applications
• Look for possibilities for internship opportunities

• Consider adding a minor or certificate to your chosen major.
• Explore resources like the tutoring program or the writing center.
• Get familiar with MSU Denver’s Academic Planning Tool.

• Explore student leadership on campus and volunteering in your community.
• Earn credit and gain experience through an internship, study abroad, or community-engaged learning.
• Attend identity or interest-based campus events like the Richard T. Castro speaker series.

• Connect with the Undergraduate Research and Scholarship program.
• Attend an in-person Career Fair to network and secure a professional headshot.
• Connect with the Classroom to Career Hub (C2Hub) for opportunities for professional mentoring and job shadowing.

• Stay on track with your 4-year degree
• Stay active in professional societies
• Apply for SI positions

• Stay on track with your 4-year degree
• Stay active in professional societies on campus and off campus
• Apply for SI and TA positions

• Start preparing for graduate school (if planned)-consult with a faculty advisor
• Complete courses that prepare you for the graduate school entry
• Seek academic mentors (faculty and students)

• Meet with your advisor to complete remaining graduation requirements.
• Ready to Graduate? Check out this guide from the registrar!
• Attend or present in-person at a major-specific or industry-specific conference or networking event.

• Attend in-person alumni and campus-wide networking events.
• Submit a proposal to present in-person at the Undergraduate Research Conference.
• Seek to collaborate with local civic organizations.

• Finalize your portfolio of relevant projects and skills.
• Attend in-person career-focused events with an industry-ready resume.
• Identify needs for Professional Certifications or MCAT/LSAT etc. and prepare for professional school admissions.
• Prepare and submit applications for jobs, graduate school, or relevant post-grad training.

• Study abroad and/or travel opportunities
• Finalize the last year’s requirements for a timely degree completion
• Plan your post-graduation path, joining Tau Alpha Pi Honor Society if eligible

• Join or continue your active participation in a professional society and student chapter at MSU Denver
• Attend conferences (locally or globally)
• Apply for internship opportunities (if not done already)

• Work with the Career Office as needed
• Create or finalize your professional CV, and your professional network
• Connect with your faculty for recommendation letters you might need for graduate school and/or job applications