Friday, October 2, 2026: ELPE Co-op & Internship Fair
This event is to recruit Undergraduate and Graduate engineering students for co-ops and internships. Open to all engineering majors, but will be specific for BioE, ChemE, Computer Engineering, EE, Engineering Science, ME, and Material Science. Login to SSOE Select to register.
Location is the University Club, across the street from Benedum Hall. Time is 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with optional interviews from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost for 2 reps is $$300 (then $$50 for each additional rep) and includes light breakfast, lunch, and two parking spaces.
Contact Tyler Kimmel at tjk58@pitt.edu with any questions.
Other Fall 2026 Events
Thursday, October 1, 2026: American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Pitt Chapter Networking Session
ELPE is partnering with the Pitt AIChE student group to host a networking event. This is a chance to connect with undergraduate and graduate Chemical Engineering students who are looking for co-op, internship, or full-time positions the evening before the fair. This group speed-dating style event will be held in 102 Benedum Hall (3700 O’Hara Street) from 5:00- 7:30 p.m. on October 1st. Contact Tyler Kimmel at tjk58@pitt.edu to register for free!
Friday, October 16, 2026: Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers (IISE) Pitt Chapter Career Fair
ELPE is partnering with the IISE student group to host an Industrial Engineering fair for co-ops, internships, and full-time recruiting. Location will be in the Swanson School of Engineering Benedum Hall from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Cost to attend for 2 reps will be $$175 and includes lunch and two parking spaces. Anyone interested in recruiting Graduate or Undergraduate IE students is welcome to attend! Login to SSOE Select to register. Space is limited to 25 employers. Contact Chris Frankovic at caf54@pitt.edu if you have any questions.
TBD: Pitt American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Civil & Environmental Fall 2026 Career Fair
Pitt’s ASCE student organization will again host a fall fair for employers that are recruiting co-op, internship, and full-time Civil Engineering positions. The date and location are TBD. We will let you know as soon as registration opens. If you have questions, you can contact the student organization directly at pittsburghasce@gmail.com. You can also check their website for updates.
Students: Tips for a successful Co-op & Internship Fair experience
Students can register through their SSOE Select accounts
Research the employers who will be attending:
- Knowing something about the company and expressing your interest allows you to make a great impression
Dress & Communicate Professionally:
- Even for the virtual portion, still dress professionally and make sure your background and surroundings are suitable when you are directly networking with employers. Be professional with your chats and communication verbal or written during the event.
- Complete your profile during the event to provide information that will help employers connect with you easily.
Be ready to submit your resume:
- Make sure your resume is updated and ready to go! You will be able to submit to employers via the event.
Talk to as many employers as you can:
- Take the time to network and explore as many companies and opportunities as possible! Prioritize employers, but also be open to learning about new possibilities!
Questions?
Please contact Chris Frankovic, Director, caf54@pitt.edu, with any questions or comments.