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Beyond the classroom

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Take a break from your books.

Studying and taking tests is important, but so is going beyond the classroom to maximize your college experience. Check out the options you have to make the most of your time at Purdue Fort Wayne.

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Jobs and internships

For some extra spending cash.

Whether you’re looking for a part-time job on campus or a full-time job after graduation, we have lots of options.

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Internships come in two flavors: paid and unpaid. Check out what’s available now and look back often for more opportunities.

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Student Organizations

IEEE

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Advancing technology for humanity.

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is a professional association for the advancement of technology in areas such as aerospace systems, computers and telecommunications, biomedical engineering, and electric power and consumer electronics.
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Society of Women Engineers

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Support and encouragement for women engineers.

Meet, support, and encourage other women engineers while you take part in annual activities.
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Polytechnic Club

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Scientific, educational, and professional advancement in Polytechnical engineering

Direct toward the advancement of the theory and practice of Polytechnical engineering, electronics, radio, and the allied branches of engineering and the related arts and sciences.
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Living Learning Community

Live with the engineering Herd.

Make connections and live with those who share your passion of engineering by joining a living learning community. You’ll get to make unforgettable memories with your fellow Mastodons, collaborate together, and forge lifelong friendships.

Study Abroad

Let the world be your classroom.

Your college experience is special—and uniquely yours. Imagine enhancing it by taking your studies overseas. Living and learning in a different country will foster both your independence and your personal development. Through this experience, and the knowledge you’ll gain living like a local, you’ll emerge with a new perspective.

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