Career Services offers interactive events, both large and small, that connect students, employers, and alumni. Find additional career events on Handshake and the Michigan Tech Event Calendar.
Spring 2019
March 20
Senior Send-Off
4p.m. - 6p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge
For all students scheduled to graduate in 2019. Join us for free food and a crash course in adulting. Get advice on personal finance, building your network, and your first year on the job.
March 21-23
Consumer Products Challenge
Develop an innovative idea and win cash prizes. Company sponsors provide the supplies and you create the product. Build a team of 3 to 5 Michigan Tech students, mark your calendars, and register now- registration link.
Cash prizes:
- 1st place $2,000
- 2nd place $1,400
- 3rd place $1,000
Company Sponsors:
- 3M
- Amway
- Kimberly-Clark
THURSDAY
4-6 pm | Event Kickoff & Pizza Party | MUB Alumni Lounge
Meet the company reps that sponsor, supply, and coach students through Consumer Products Challenge. Pick up your information packet and get answers to your questions. *At least one team member is required to attend the Event Kickoff.
FRIDAY
10 am-12 pm | Challenge Box Pick-up | Career Services
Pick up your challenge box and sign up for your Product Pitch time. All Challenge Boxes contain identical items supplied by our sponsors.
4-6 pm | Product Pitch | MUB Alumni Lounge
Pitch your product idea in 2-minutes or less. Coaches are looking for unique and feasible products that will benefit the environment, society, health or safety.
SATURDAY
10 am - 12 pm | Semi-final Presentations | Fisher Hall Classrooms
Each team has 10 minutes to sell their idea and present their prototype/drawing. Each company will choose 2 teams to advance to the finals.
2-5 pm | Final Round | Fisher 139
Cash prizes are awarded to the top three finalists.
March 25
Virtual Career Fair Prep
12:15p.m. - 1p.m. | Admin 220
Navigating a virtual career fair can be intimidating. What questions can you ask recruiters? How can you prepare your responses? Should you use emojis? (NO!)
We'll answer these questions and more to help you prepare for Virtual CareerFEST - a series of virtual career fairs sponsored by Michigan Tech Career Services in March and April 2019.
An online prep session will be hosted on Zoom from 2p.m. - 3p.m.
March 27
Construction Virtual Career Fair
1p.m. - 4p.m. | Brazen
The construction industry is booming. Connect with employers from this growing industry. All majors are welcome. Check back for a list of participating employers.
March 28
Return of the Alumni: Meet the Future You
SFRES Q&A | 8:30a.m. - 11a.m. | Forestry Building Atrium
Humanities Q&A | 9a.m. - 10a.m. | Rozsa Lobby
Networking Event | 4p.m. - 6p.m. | Rozsa Lobby
Join us for a fun networking event to recognize alumni who have achieved career success post Michigan Tech. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages as you mingle. All Michigan Tech students, alumni, faculty, and staff are welcome.
April 1
Virtual Career Fair Prep
12:15p.m. - 1p.m. | Admin 220
Navigating a virtual career fair can be intimidating. What questions can you ask recruiters? How can you prepare your responses? Should you use emojis? (NO!)
We'll answer these questions and more to help you prepare for Virtual CareerFEST - a series of virtual career fairs sponsored by Michigan Tech Career Services in March and April 2019.
An online prep session will be hosted on Zoom from 2p.m. - 3p.m.
April 2
LinkedIn: Making the Most of Alumni Connections
12:15p.m. - 1p.m. | Admin 220
Connect with Michigan Tech alumni on LinkedIn to explore careers, build relationships, learn about companies or locations, and get help landing a job. Let us show you how!
April 3
Graduating and Still Looking?
5p.m. - 6p.m. | Admin 220
Are you graduating this semester but still don't have a job lined up? That's okay, we're here to help! We'll give you ideas to figure out your next steps and find success.
April 3
Manufacturing Virtual Career Fair
1p.m. - 4p.m. | Brazen
The United States has 12.75 million jobs in manufacturing. Meet employers from the manufacturing industry that are seeking your skills and abilities. All majors welcome. Stay tuned for a list of participating employers.
April 3
Health Professionals Interview Workshop
4p.m. - 8p.m. | MUB Ballroom A
Prepare yourself for a career in health professions. Attend our MMI and personal interview workshop! An MMI (Multiple Mini Interviews) is a series of short, structured interview stations used by medical programs as part of their admissions process. They assess non-cognitive qualities and how you handle yourself in a particular situation. If you've never done one before, you'll definitely appreciate the practice.
April 8
Virtual Career Fair Prep
12:15p.m. - 1p.m. | Admin 220
Navigating a virtual career fair can be intimidating. What questions can you ask recruiters? How can you prepare your responses? Should you use emojis? (NO!)
We'll answer these questions and more to help you prepare for Virtual CareerFEST - a series of virtual career fairs sponsored by Michigan Tech Career Services in March and April 2019.
An online prep session will be hosted on Zoom from 2p.m. - 3p.m.
April 8
Medical Careers Week
5p.m. - 8p.m. | Biological Science Atrium & Learning Center
Teamwork in Healthcare | 5p.m. - 6p.m.
Keynote: Karen Fay, MS, MLS (ASCP) Professor of Practice, Director of Medical Lab Science Program.
A Day in the Life & Roundtable Discussion | 6p.m. - 8p.m.
Drop in for a speed networking session with medical personnel from a variety of disciplines.
Stay tuned for a list of presenters and attendees.
April 10
Aerospace Virtual Career Fair
1p.m. - 4p.m. | Brazen
Meet with employers in the aerospace industry. All majors welcome. Stay tuned for a list of participating employers.
April 17
Twin Cities Region Day
11a.m. - 2p.m. | Rosza Lobby
Discover what it's like to work, live, and play in the Twin Cities Region.
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