EXPLORE

ENERGY + ENGINEERING

Be part of the engine powering tomorrow

This immersive career experience connects undergraduate brothers with accomplished alumni and industry leaders across engineering, energy, and infrastructure. Explore career paths within oil and gas, renewable energy, project engineering, and energy investment while gaining firsthand insight into what it takes to succeed in one of the world’s most essential and evolving industries.

Explore is presented by the Nelson Leadership Institute.

EXPLORE: ENERGY + ENGINEERING

November 8-11, 2026 | Houston, TX

Who Should Attend

Undergraduate brothers interested in engineering, energy, and infrastructure, or related fields who want hands-on exposure to real-world projects and industry professionals.

What to Expect

You’ll experience four days of hands-on learning and networking with Phi Psi brothers, alumni, and industry experts.

What You'll Learn

Get ready to learn what it takes to thrive in the industry, hear real-world stories from professionals who’ve made it, and chart your own course.

SCHEDULE

Schedule is tentative and subject to change.

Arrival + Welcome
  • Morning + Afternoon – Arrive; Check into hotel
  • Evening – Welcome Dinner

Industry Overview
  • Morning – Career Readiness Workshops
  • Afternoon – Industry Overview
  • Evening – Social Activity

Industry Immersion
  • Morning + Afternoon – Site Visit / Breakout Tracks
  • Evening – Alumni Networking Dinner

Explore + Wrap-Up
  • Morning – City Immersion/Exploration
  • Afternoon + Evening – Travel Home

DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE IN FINANACE

This is your chance to learn where the energy and engineering world moves fastest. Explore: Energy + Engineering will connect you with Phi Psi alumni and industry leaders. Spots are limited, so make sure to apply!

Application closes August 17, 2026 AT 5:00 PM EDT. 

WHAT BROTHERS SAID ABOUT EXPLORE

“These three days benefited my professional career more than the last 2.5 years in college. The hands-on experience, talking to people who want to see us succeed, and the connections made are irreplaceable.”
Past Explore Participant

“Networking is one of the most important components of business that assists young professionals in early growth and success, and building that network with the alumni involved will continually assist in our future opportunities.”

Past Explore Participant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

All undergraduates interested in investment banking, venture capital, private equity, hedge funds, and related financial careers are encouraged to apply.

Note: Previous Explore attendees are ineligible to apply.

Absolutely not! All Explore programs (no matter the career sector) are open to all undergraduates, regardless of what you’re studying.

This program will take place November 8-11, 2026 in Minneapolis, MN.

There is no cost to apply for all Explore programs! Thanks to the Nelson Leadership Institute, Travel, food, lodging, program costs, and instruction are all included. You’ll only need to pay a $250 registration fee after your application is accepted.

We know cost can be a factor. Financial assistance may be available!

Please complete the application on the Foundation Portal. Be sure to apply before the deadline on August 17, 2026.