Company Description:

Since 1838, the Tickle College of Engineering has been committed to graduating students who are ready to thrive in and contribute to the State of Tennessee, the nation, and the world. Programs spanning most major engineering fields are offered, with several nationally ranked among the top 30 of all public institutions. Along with obtaining an excellent engineering education, our students are instilled with the Volunteer Values of lifelong learning, leading with integrity and innovation, inclusivity, active community engagement, and responsible resource management. Our research portfolio spans eight departments of study, with particular clusters of strength in the areas of advanced manufacturing; next-generation materials; energy; environmental engineering, and healthcare, robotics, and smart technologies. Many of our graduates have risen to top positions in industry, government, and academia, including nine astronauts who have literally risen, spending a collective 1,000 days (and counting!) in space.