Brooke Scott, NSBE’s 2025–26 Region II chairperson, has a passion for construction work, a penchant for service and a talent for leadership. And all, she says, have been shaped for the better by her membership in the National Society of Black Engineers.
Scott, a native of Philadelphia, PA, arrived at North Carolina A&T State University in 2019 as an undergraduate in the Electrical Engineering program and joined the NSBE chapter at the renowned historically Black institution a year later. Her job post-commencement, working on mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, was a joy that led her back to N.C. A&T to learn more about that work as a master’s student in Civil Engineering. She’s headed toward graduation this December.
“The transition back into academia was more challenging than I anticipated,” Scott reveals, “but the support of the N.C. A&T NSBE chapter made a huge difference. The fellowship, encouragement and programming helped me push through tough moments. That sense of community inspired me to give back, contribute and help others succeed the way NSBE helped me.
“Since then, through my involvement at the chapter, regional and now national level, NSBE has not only expanded my network but also sharpened my leadership skills,” she adds. “More than that, it has reminded me of the power of collective purpose. When engineers come together with a shared mission, we can truly change the trajectory of entire communities.”
“My journey in NSBE has been transformational,” Scott says. “After completing my bachelor’s and moving to a new city, I got involved with the NSBE Professionals, attended meetings and participated in the 49th Annual Convention, which reshaped my aspirations. That Convention was a turning point that motivated me to get more involved with NSBE upon my return to full-time academics.”
Growth Experiences
Scott’s strong bond with NSBE continues beyond her school year.
“This past summer, I balanced two roles that helped me grow tremendously as a professional,” she says. “For my summer internship and now fall co-op, I work for a Black-owned construction company where our office serves as the project management office (PMO) for Guilford County Schools (in North Carolina). The team I work on manages the construction and renovation projects across elementary, middle and high schools in the county. This role sharpened my skills in project management, taught me how to communicate effectively with different stakeholders and gave me a deeper understanding of the impact construction projects have on everyday communities.”
And Role 2?
“By night, I returned for the second year as a lead mentor for North Carolina A&T’s College of Engineering Helping Orient and Mentor Engineers (H.O.M.E.) program. This six-week summer bridge program supports the university’s top incoming engineering students,” Scott explains. “Our mentor team worked with 22 students, guiding them through topics such as surviving engineering school, preparing for internships and co-ops and establishing best practices as future engineers.
“Balancing two demanding roles taught me time management and discipline, but more importantly, it reminded me why I chose this path,” Scott says. “Both experiences reaffirmed my passion for construction and mentorship, and they highlighted the responsibility I have to give back. They showed me that engineering is not only about solving technical problems but also about building people, uplifting communities and creating a legacy for those who come after us.”
