Science, Engineering & Sustainability

Do you love to solve complex problems and investigate the world around you?
Are you happiest in the lab or doing research in the field?
Do you get excited about finding solutions to address climate change and preserve biodiversity?
Do you have a favorite subatomic particle?

Science, Engineering & Sustainability prepares Grinnellians for careers in scientific research, ecology and conservation, biomedical engineering, clean energy development, cognitive science, and more.

Tatum Watkins ’27 Named 2026 Udall Scholar

Tatum Watkins ’27 dedication to environmental justice began while growing up on a farm in Clarinda, Iowa.

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By Ann Landstrom
Ann Landstrom Assistant Dean & Director of Global Fellowships & Awards
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Sebastian Corry ’27 Receives 2026 Goldwater Scholarship

In 2026, the Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation proudly celebrates 40 years working to support talented college sophomores and juniors who aspire to become this nation’s next generation of researchers in science, engineering, and mathematics. This year, 454 …

By Ann Landstrom
Ann Landstrom Assistant Dean & Director of Global Fellowships & Awards
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shabab m. kabir and Rachel L. Rudacille Named 2026 Thomas J. Watson Fellows

The Watson Fellowship is a $40,000 one-year grant for purposeful, independent exploration outside the United States.

Read more on the Grinnell College website.

By Ann Landstrom
Ann Landstrom Assistant Dean & Director of Global Fellowships & Awards
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Resources

What you need to know about visa, privacy, and career success

Building your presence on platforms like LinkedIn is an …

Explore the Center for Careers, Life, and Service (CLS) Career Communities 2024–25 overview, highlighting the tools, resources, and personalized support …

Build Skills

LinkedIn Learning courses are available to all current students.  For Alumni Access please visit LinkedIn Learning to start an account.

Firsthand Vault Guides

The Vault Guide to Top Internships rates more than 100 internship programs. Based on a survey of approximately 20,000 interns, …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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