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MEP supports university students enrolled in colleges of engineering
so they will successfully attain their baccalaureates. The program
offers a wide array of academic support as well as exposure to different
careers available to engineering and computer science graduates.
Industry representatives serve on Advisory Boards to support and
advance the program. They serve as important resources for students
and offer career assistance, provide internships and scholarships,
and introduce students to corporate culture.
The core components of the MEP include:
- Academic Excellence Workshops. Students are scheduled
in the same core math and science classes and taught how to maintain
high academic outcomes through group study.
- Clustering. MESA students are grouped together in the
same course sections of core math and science classes and are
taught how to study and review the material effectively as
a group.
- Orientation course. The class teaches college survival
skills to incoming students majoring in engineering or computer
science.
- Career advising. Students learn specifics about different
engineering fields. Industry mentors, job shadowing, career fairs,
internships opportunities and field trips to companies are provided.
- Links with student and professional organizations. These
resources provide mentors, leadership training, and access to guest speakers and tours of companies.
- Professional development workshops. Students participate
in mock job fairs, learn resume preparation and interview skills
and how to find part-time, full-time and summer employment.
- Industry Advisory Board. Corporate representatives, including
many MESA alumni, participate on the board and provide scholarships,
strategic planning, special summer internships, field trips and
other resources. The board serves as a valuable connection between
students and companies who need technical professionals.
- Student Study Center and computer lab. This dedicated
multipurpose space is used for study, workshops and information
sharing.
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