Workforce Development

Engineers make a difference in the world by solving the challenges of today and shaping the future of tomorrow.

WHY ENGINEERING?

• Endless Opportunities: Civil, electrical, mechanical, environmental, and more—engineering careers are as diverse as your interests.
• Make an Impact: Engineers improve communities and lives one idea at a time.
• High Demand & Rewarding Careers: Engineering is a growing industry with competitive salaries and job security.

VIDEO SERIES:

ACEC Nebraska has created a unique video series that introduces students of all ages to the exciting world of engineering and the role engineers play in shaping the “built environment”—the places where we live, work, and play. Each video is tailored to meet students where they are. We encourage anyone to use these videos—especially educators—or anyone who wants to explain what an engineering career could look like!

What We Offer:

• Engaging videos for grades K–12 that show what engineers do every day.
• PowerPoint presentations designed for students, educators, and engineers.
• Mentoring Emerging Engineers Together (MEET)—Our MEET Program connects University of Nebraska College of Engineering undergraduate and graduate students with Professional Engineers for meaningful mentorship opportunities. 

This video invites viewers to witness the impact of engineers in our everyday lives. From protecting animals at the zoo, to designing safer roads, to lighting up stadiums, and keeping skyscrapers moving—engineers are behind it all. Here, we show engineers in action across places we all know and enjoy. The video ends with a call to action: if you’re curious, creative, and want to make the world better… Become an Engineer.

GET INVOLVED:

• Students: Discover how you can start your journey to #BecomeAnEngineer.
• Educators: Access our videos to inspire your students (Contact us for PPT presentations and opportunities to schedule a professional engineer.) 
• Engineers: Volunteer to share your experience in classrooms and across the community using videos and presentations. (Contact us for PPT presentations and ideas.) 

PreK–4th Grade: A fun, age-appropriate introduction that sparks curiosity about how engineers design and build the world around us.

Middle School (Grades 5–8): An engaging look at how engineers solve problems and create solutions in ways that connect directly to students’ everyday experiences.

High School (Grades 9–12): A deeper dive into real-world applications and career pathways, showing how engineers impact communities and shape the future.