Joining a student team will set you up for career success . It ’ s how you distinguish yourself from the crowd and demonstrate to future employers that you can translate your study into practice . You ’ ll get to experience authentic , real-world projects and challenges . Work in diverse , multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative products or drive change to make the world a better place .
Our student-run clubs and societies provide opportunities to connect with like-minded people , learn new skills and network with professional engineers to expand your circles – and your employment opportunities . Build strong links with the local engineering industry and make use of innovative facilities and leading research . Some of the groups available are :
Engineers Australia Monash Malaysia Student Section ( EAMMSS )
EAMMSS serves as a bridge to connect Monash students with the engineering community across Malaysia and Australia . It provides a platform for you to engage with industry professionals and Monash alumni in informative events and workshops .
Institute of Engineers Malaysia Monash Student Section ( IEMMSS )
IEMMSS aims to expose young engineers to the professional engineering world through talks and seminars by experts from the industry . Regular professional development opportunities are held throughout the year , including competitions and site visits .
Engineers without Borders Monash Student Chapter ( EWB )
EWB runs a variety of events , workshops and hands-on volunteering opportunities with a focus on humanitarian design and how to use engineering to make a real difference in the world . It ’ s a group that ’ s filled with like-minded people who want to do great things for sustainable development and the environment .
Monash Women Engineers ( MWE )
MWE supports , inspires and connects a network of women-identifying engineers at Monash to become competent and effective leaders of the engineering industry . It delivers a variety of events and industry guides to give you easy access to information that helps you make the most of your uni experience , and make a smooth transition into the workplace .
Robogals Monash Malaysia ( RMM )
RMM is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to encourage more young women to pursue STEM career opportunities , with a focus on engineering . Robogals offers opportunities to strengthen your communication and leadership skills and gives volunteers access to professional development opportunities within an international organisation .
Shell Eco-marathon Team ( SEM Team Monash )
The Shell Eco-marathon ( SEM ) is an annual competition where students research , design , and build fuel-efficient cars . SEM Team Monash has been participating in the Asian leg since 2013 and has developed cars powered by gas-to-liquids , gasoline , ethanol , natural gas , and most recently a hydrogen fuel cell . The competition is a great way to pick up a range of technical knowledge and soft skills , from hands-on workmanship , finance , project management and marketing , to fundraising activities .
ChemE Car Team ( MUM ChemE Car )
Chem-E Car is an annual competition that challenges engineering students to design a car powered by a chemical energy source . This Chem-E Car must carry a specific load of water to a given distance , hit a ball or bowling pins and then stop autonomously . You ’ ll get to apply your theoretical knowledge in practical settings , in a way that makes learning enjoyable and engaging .
Other discipline-focused clubs and societies you can be involved with are :
• Monash IChemE Student Chapter ( IChemE )
• Institution of Civil Engineers Monash University Malaysia Student Chapter ( ICE )
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers – Monash University Malaysia Student Branch ( IEEE )
• Institute of Mechanical Engineers Monash Student Chapter ( IMechE ).
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