Events & workshops
Each semester Engineering Student Services provides students with leadership, professional development, community building and career training. Events will be added throughout the year.
Spring 2026 events
CAEE Alive Week
Monday, May 4-Friday, May 8
Noon-2 p.m. | Grimes Engineering Center 164/166
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Join the CAEE for a week full of fun, creativity, and prizes! From gaming and crafts to CAD and boba, there’s something for everyone. Bring your friends, show up, and stay ALIVE with the CAEE!
- Monday: Super Smash Bros Tournament
- Tuesday: Teddy Bear Decorating
- Wednesday: CAD-athon & Mocktails
- Thursday: Keyboard Keychains
- Friday: Boba Dance Par-TEA
CAEE Study Jams
Monday, May 4-Thursday, May 7
6-8 p.m. | Grimes Engineering Center 162
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Fuel your finals grind with good food, good vibes, and even better company! Join us Monday-Thursday nights (while supplies last). Come through, bring your friends, and let’s finish the semester strong and don’t forget to RSVP!
- Monday: Crave Sub
- Tuesday: Panda Express
- Wednesday: Denny’s
- Thursday: Raising Cane’s (vegan options available)
Past events
Pastries and Postcards
Monday, April 6 – Thursday, April 9
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
162 Grimes Engineering Center
Want to make a lasting impact on the incoming freshmen community? Then join us for our annual “Pastries and Postcards”, where we get together to enjoy fresh baked pastries and write personalized notes on postcards to newly admitted engineering students! Plus, we’ll be giving out some exciting prizes each day, including Cal Student Store goodies and more!
ESS Research Poster Session
Interest form due: Tuesday, April 7
Showcase: Tuesday, April 21, Noon-2 p.m.
Did you work on something cool this past year? Engineering Student Services wants YOU to share it at our Research Poster Session! The poster session will take place on April 21st from 12pm-2pm in Grimes Engineering Center.
Submit your interest form by tomorrow, Tuesday, April 7th to snag a spot. You’ll be notified by April 9th.
Questions? Email Monica Marquez at monicamarquez@berkeley.edu. If you do not have a poster, ESS will print your research poster for you, and it will be yours to keep after the event! Resources are also available if you need help with formatting.
Not presenting? No worries—come cheer on your peers and see their projects!
CAEE Spring Arts & Crafts
Wednesday, April 8, 1-2 p.m.
B116 Grimes Engineering Center
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Get creative and design your own resin molds using dried flowers, glitter, and spring-inspired shapes like hearts, butterflies, and circles.
Come enjoy good music, unwind, and take home a piece of spring you made yourself!
Big Give After-Party: Pizza, prizes & Oski!
Wednesday, April 15, Noon-2 p.m.
Raw Thrills Lounge, Grime Engineering Center
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Engineering students stepped up for Big Give, Cal’s 24-hour online fundraiser, and now it’s time to celebrate! Join us in the Raw Thrills Lounge for pizza, a raffle, and a visit from Oski. Whether you participated or just want to learn how Big Give impacts Berkeley Engineering, we’d love to see you there. Please let us know you plan to stop by and RSVP here.
Wellness in a changing political climate workshop
Wednesday, April 15
Noon-1:30 p.m.
We are navigating uncertain and challenging times! This workshop is for students in mixed status families who are impacted by the recent increases in ICE activities locally and nationally. Your emotions are valid and worthy of care. We invite you to gather with your CoE peers and mental health providers to listen, share and learn. We will provide a space for discussing personal experiences, sharing resources, practicing grounding techniques and making art together.
Snacks, tea, and supplies will be provided. RSVP by Monday, April 13 for location.
Deadline to apply to be an ESS Peer Adviser
Engineering Student Services is hiring peer advisers for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 academic year! Peer advisers provide advice and support to students on a broad range of topics and issues. If you enjoy helping your peers and want to help the broader student community, consider applying! This position requires a 5-10 hour commitment per week. See the application or email us for more information. Application deadline: April 15.
CAEE closed for Cal Day preparation
Friday, April 17, All Day
We’ll be closed on Friday, April 17th and will reopen on Monday, April 20th! Take this time to rest, reset, and recharge—we’ll be here to support you when we’re back.
CAEE Mario Kart Tournament Event
Thursday, April 23, 2-4 p.m.
Grimes Engineering Center B116
RSVP now to secure your spot on the track!
Join us for the CAEE Mario Kart Tournament—where friendly competition meets chaotic fun. Whether you’re a drifting pro or just here for the vibes, come through and show off your skills!
Rock Your Internship
Thursday, April 23, 5-7 p.m.
290 HMMB
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You just landed an internship? Congratulations! Join a high-energy panel of intern managers from Meta and BlackRock and recent interns from Boeing and Intuit who will share insights to turn your internship into career momentum. Learn how to: get noticed; network like a pro; contribute and learn; and secure a return offer. You will leave confident, ready to shine from day one, and ready to Rock Your Internship!
Brought to you by PREP, open to everyone!
Engineering Mentorship Program is hiring for Fall 2026!
The Engineering Mentorship Program (EMP) is excited to announce that we are officially hiring for next fall semester!
If you’re looking to get more involved, build leadership experience, and make an impact within our community, this is a great opportunity to join our team. We are hiring for:
- Mentor Relations
- Marketing
- Event Coordinator
You can find more details about the positions, responsibilities, and application process through our form.