With a storied tradition of blending practical and professional construction education principles, the McWhorter School of Building Science has earned the distinction of being one of the largest and most respected construction management programs in the United States.
Distance Programs
Career Services
The mission of the McWhorter School of Building Science’s Office of Career Services is to facilitate meaningful industry engagement opportunities and career development services that lead to internship and full-time positions.
Study Abroad and International Activities
Traveling study opportunities range from 35-day to semester-long programs in Asia, Europe and Australia/New Zealand.
We are committed to providing our faculty, staff, and students with outstanding special programs that enable them to succeed with both their educational and career goals.
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High School Summer Camps
Building Construction Summer Camp
The annual Building Construction Summer Camp is a week-long camp open to rising 11th-12th graders considering a career in architecture or building science. Students in this camp start the week by learning construction management processes like estimating, scheduling, BIM modeling, materials and methods and safety from our Building Science Faculty, and finish the week using the construction management processes learned to build a structure.
Construction Management Summer Academy for Young Women
The annual Construction Management Summer Academy for Young Women (CMSAYW) is a program geared toward rising 11th–12th grade students interested in learning about the exciting and diverse career opportunities available in construction management. Students in this full scholarship camp, selected through an application process, will experience the construction industry through activities that incorporate construction drawings, materials and methods, innovative technologies, and more.
For more information on the High School Summer Camps email Auburn Youth Programs at auyouth@auburn.edu.
Alum Aims to Build Students’ Futures as Member of IEB
Matt Shelby ‘07 knows a little something about building.
BSCI Faculty Member Recognized at Regional Conference
Dr. Kenneth Sands, an Assistant Professor in the McWhorter School of Building Science, has been honored with an Outstanding Conference Paper Award by the American Society of Engineering Education—Southeastern Section (ASEE-SE).
Ph.D. Student Found Just the Right Spot at Auburn
It may seem odd that Muhammad Umer, a Ph.D. student in the McWhorter School of Building Science (BSCI), has spent much of his graduate career working with a dog.
CADC Announces 2024–25 Seed Grant Awardees
The College of Architecture, Design and Construction (CADC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024–25 CADC Seed Grant Awards, which provide funding to support faculty research, scholarship and creative work. Eighteen projects were selected, totaling more than $100,000.
Spring Career Fairs Open Doors for Students and Industry Professionals
It’s no surprise that career fairs are valuable for students and companies alike, creating pathways for career growth and talent acquisition.
CADC Alumni Named to BBJ’s 2025 40 Under 40
Three alumni of Auburn’s College of Architecture, Design and Construction (CADC). have been named to the Birmingham Business Journal’s (BBJ) 2025 40 Under 40, recognizing emerging professionals making a significant impact on the city of Birmingham.
BSCI Alumni Named Finalists in 2025 Business Alabama Awards
Two graduates of Auburn’s McWhorter School of Building Science (BSCI) have been named finalists in the 2025 Business Alabama Awards.
BSCI Establishes Student Chapter of NAHB
The Auburn University McWhorter School of Building Science (BSCI) has launched a new student chapter of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).