August 27, 2025
CHICAGO — Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) is partnering with Trine University to extend unique learning opportunities to its team members, reflecting both organizations’ shared commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Trine is proud to offer this opportunity to a range of employers who have an interest in developing a stronger relationship with the university.
As part of the partnership, Trine University is offering the IEI team and team member spouses the opportunity to pursue undergraduate coursework at a reduced rate for TrineOnline degree programs.
“This is a special partnership, given Trine University’s long history of excellence in engineering education and the commitment both IEI and Trine have to equipping people with enhanced career skills to lead, succeed and serve. The individualized attention, career focus and flexibility of our online degree programs make them an outstanding option for anyone in the workforce seeking to take their education to the next level,” said Earl D. Brooks II, Ph.D., Trine University president.
Trine University also has the capacity to design customized coursework, degree or certificate programs to fit the firm’s educational needs.
IEI and Trine University’s College of Graduate and Professional Studies/TrineOnline are proud to make high-quality, values-driven education and training affordable and easily available to IEI employees.
“This partnership supports IEI’s core values — Integrity, Excellence and Ingenuity — and is fully aligned with our ROCK -Solid culture, which promotes: Respect for people, ideas and communities; Ownership Mentality through personal accountability and initiative; Continuous Learning as a professional expectation; and Knowledge Seeking to drive innovation and growth,” said Sonya Jordan, Director of Human Resources at IEI.
“Like IEI, TrineOnline believes excellence is lived daily through intentional learning and action. Together, we’re creating accessible pathways from education to impact that will enable IEI employees to evolve their skills to continue to bring unique value to our client and partner relationships.”
IEI employees will enjoy the advantages available to all TrineOnline students, including more than 200 courses that use Open Educational Resources, free application for admission, and free 24/7 online tutoring for enrolled students.
The firm is provided access to business planning, product development and process improvement services through Innovation 1 at Trine University.
As an employer partner with Trine, IEI will have enhanced access to recruit Trine University students and graduates for internships and jobs, as well as the opportunity to speak on campus to student organizations.
About IEI
Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm that focuses on the delivery of design engineering, program management, and construction engineering and inspection services. IEI cultivates various types of engineering projects from conception and planning through implementation. The firm’s goal is to create the sustainable infrastructure necessary to build and connect communities, improve quality of life and encourage economic development. IEI is a DBE/MBE certified firm. www.infrastructure-eng.com
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