American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association at Berkeley
Engineering·Community Service/Nonprofit
Cal AREMA connects UC Berkeley students with the rail and transit industry through agency presentations on projects like Caltrain electrification and Link21, field trips to railway museums and rail facilities, and professional events including resume workshops, alumni panels, and mixers. Corporate sponsor info sessions and office visits help members land internships and full-time offers. A spring DeCal covers railway planning and design for students new to the field.
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Weekly general meeting
Events They Host
Agency Presentations
Representatives from local public agencies present on current railway engineering projects, including Caltrain electrification, Link21, and the future of San Jose's Diridon Station.
Professional Events (resume workshops, panels, and mixers)
Resume workshops, panels, and networking mixers with alumni and industry professionals.
AREMA National Conference
Members attend the national AREMA conference to meet students from other universities and network with industry leaders.
Introduction to Railway Engineering DeCal
A spring semester DeCal open to students interested in learning about the rail industry and gaining hands-on experience in railway planning and design.
Member Experiences
Field Trips
Visits to local railway museums, train rides, and tours of local rail facilities.
Corporate Sponsor Info Sessions and Office Visits
Info sessions and office visits with corporate sponsors, helping members learn about railway engineering companies and pursue internships and full-time offers.