ACEC – The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) is the voice of America's engineering industry. Council members – numbering more than 5,300 firms throughout the country – are engaged in a wide range of engineering works that propel the nation's economy, and enhance and safeguard America's quality of life. These works allow Americans to drink clean water, enjoy a healthy life, take advantage of new technologies, and travel safely and efficiently. The Council's mission is to contribute to America's prosperity and welfare by advancing the business interests of member firms.

AGC – The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) is the leading association for the construction industry. Operating in partnership with its nationwide network of Chapters, AGC provides a full range of services satisfying the needs and concerns of its members, thereby improving the quality of construction and protecting the public interest.

AIA – American Institute of Architects, based in Washington, D.C., has been the leading professional membership association for licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners since 1857.

ASCE – American Society of Civil Engineers, founded in 1852, represents more than 144,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is America's oldest national engineering society.

ASHE – American Society of Highway Engineers provides a forum for members and partners of the highway industry to promote a safe, efficient and sustainable highway system through education, innovation and fellowship.

ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers, founded in 1880, promotes the art, science & practice of mechanical & multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences around the globe.

ASTM – American Society for Testing and Materials continues to play a leadership role in addressing the standardization needs of the global marketplace. Known for its best in class practices for standards development and delivery, ASTM is at the forefront in the use of innovative technology to help its members do standards development work, while also increasing the accessibility of ASTM International standards to the world.

BX – Builders Exchange, founded in 1892, has nearly 1,000 member firms, representing the entire spectrum of the industry. Members include architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and manufacturers, along with related professionals such as attorneys, insurance and bonding agents, bankers, accountants and computer specialists.

City of Columbus – Official website for the City of Columbus, Ohio.

EWB-USA COh - Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) builds a better world through engineering projects that empower communities to meet their basic human needs and equip leaders to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. As part of EWB-USA, the Central Ohio Professional Chapter (COh) works with developing communities on practical, sustainable engineering and construction solutions. These solutions provide clean water, improved sanitation, safe public access, schools, clinics and much more, to help fulfill basic needs.

FEMA – Federal Emergency Management Agency coordinates the response to a disaster that has occurred in the United States and overwhelmed the resources of local and state authorities.

MORPC – Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission addresses challenges and opportunities associated with growth and development in central Ohio as well as working with members to improve the quality of life within the region. MORPC was created to work for the overall improvement of the region, discuss regional issues and develop collaborative partnerships to address regional issues.

NSPE – The National Society of Professional Engineer, founded in 1934, is dedicated to the non-technical concerns of licensed professional engineers across all disciplines.

ODNR – Ohio Department of Natural Resources licenses all hunting, fishing, and watercraft in the state and is responsible for overseeing and permitting all mineral extraction, monitoring dam safety, managing water resources, coordinating the activity of Ohio's 88 county soil and water conservation districts, mapping the state's major geologic structures and mineral resources, and promoting recycling and litter prevention through grant programs in local communities.

ODOT – Ohio Department of Transportation is the organization of state government responsible for developing and maintaining all state and federal roadways in the state of Ohio.

OSPE – Ohio Society of Professional Engineers works to present the professional engineer's point of view to legislators and administration officials, track legislation, provide testimony and facilitate constructive government action at all three levels--local, state and federal.

PEPS – State of Ohio Engineers and Surveyors Board licenses land surveyors and professional engineers in Ohio. Includes information on becoming approved and on license renewal.

Types of Engineers - A list of the different types of engineers along with information for each.

USGS – U.S. Geological Survey is a multi-disciplinary science organization that focuses on biology, geography, geology, geospatial information, and water.