Michigan State University · ASME

About
Us

Bridging academia and industry — fostering technical excellence, professional growth, and innovative collaboration.

Who We Are

A Global
Community

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is a global leader in promoting the art, science, and practice of engineering. Our student chapter at Michigan State is dedicated to bridging academia and industry — fostering technical excellence, professional growth, and innovative collaboration.

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1880

ASME was founded in 1880 — one of the oldest and most respected engineering societies in the world.

130K+

Members worldwide across 150+ countries, united by a passion for engineering.

Our Mission

What We Stand For

We empower future engineers through hands-on experiences, technical workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities — here at MSU and beyond.

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Technical Excellence
Hands-on workshops and real engineering challenges that take theory into practice.
🤝
Professional Growth
Resume workshops, mock interviews, and industry panels to prepare you for the field.
🌐
Global Network
Connect with professionals and students across disciplines, locally and internationally.
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Competitive Spirit
Design competitions and problem-solving challenges that push your engineering limits.
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Leadership
Develop skills through officer roles, mentorship programs, and project leadership.
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Innovation
Stay ahead of emerging technologies through speaker series and industry partnerships.
What We Offer

Everything You Need
to Grow

From career prep to hands-on builds — explore what ASME at MSU has to offer.

Industry Engagement

Access to networking events, speaker panels, and career fairs designed to connect you directly with industry leaders and future employers.

Industry Night networking events each semester
Sponsored case studies with companies like Tesla
Company presentations and Q&A sessions
30+ partner companies engaged annually

Technical Workshops

Interactive sessions that bring theory into practice — demonstrating the latest in engineering technology, tools, and methodologies.

CAD & simulation software training
Hands-on fabrication and prototyping
Guest engineer-led technical deep dives
15+ workshop events per academic year

Career Development

Programs designed to ensure every member is well-prepared to contribute effectively from day one of their engineering career.

Resume reviews with working engineers
Mock technical interviews
Internship and full-time job boards
Mentorship pairing with upperclassmen

Real-World Challenges

Competitions and project-based challenges that highlight your problem-solving skills and innovative design thinking.

ASME regional and national design competitions
Corporate-sponsored case study challenges
Team-based engineering problem solving
Award recognition for top performers
For Industry

Why Partner
with ASME?

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01 🎯
Direct Access to Talent
Meet and engage with some of the brightest engineering minds at Michigan State — students actively preparing for industry roles.
02 ⚡
Collaborative Innovation
Work alongside a community that values technical excellence, creativity, and forward-thinking solutions to real engineering problems.
03 📈
Mutual Growth
Benefit from a synergistic relationship that supports both our students' development and your company's strategic recruitment goals.
04 🔭
Looking Ahead
Together, we inspire innovation, nurture emerging talent, and drive the future of mechanical engineering forward.
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of Something

No dues required. Just show up, get involved, and start building your future in engineering.

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