Are you a STEM (science, technology, engineering, or math) major or interested in pursuing a career or internship in a STEM field? Let us help!
There are a number of upcoming fairs and events that are relevant for STEM students, so consider this page a resource to help you navigate the fairs and related events. Explore your options because each fair offers something different.
These fairs are open to all majors, but some are STEM-focused.
After you look through this page, check out some general tips to prepare for a career fair.
Fall Engineering & STEM Fair
Details
Day 1: September 11, 2019 from 1:00pm to 7:00pm
Day 2: September 16, 2019 from 1:00pm to 7:00pm
Day 3: September 18, 2019 from 1:00pm to 7:00pm
Where: Gordon Dining and Event Center
This STEM-focused fair will take place over three days, with a relatively even split of employers present on each day. Employers at this fair are very interested in Computer Science majors specifically within L&S.
Engineering Career Fair Maps/Name Tags
Get the employer location map, create a required name tag.
- Sept 6 – 18, weekdays from 9 am – 4 pm.
- Engineering Hall Lobby, 1415 Engineering Drive
- Items NOT at the fair location, so obtain at Engineering Hall (L&S Majors get their nametags here too).
Fair Highlights
300+ companies will be attending
118 of the companies mentioned an interest in L&S STEM-focused majors
80 of the 118 employers above specifically mentioned Computer Science majors
Fall Career & Internship Fair
Details
When: September 17, 2019 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: Kohl Center
All current UW-Madison students (including first-year students) and recent alumni are encouraged to attend to connect with over 270 employers from around the world. This all-campus fair will feature employers from many various fields and industries.
Fair Highlights
270+ companies will be attending
124 employers attending are interested in all majors
Employer Mock Interviews - Business
Details
When: September 24, 2019 – All day event
Where: SuccessWorks (3rd floor of the University Book Store)
Open to all students in L&S and CALS, employer mock interviews are as real as it gets, but without the stress or pressure of an actual interview. You’ll get to practice your interview skills and receive feedback from experienced real employers and alumni.
Event Highlights
45 minute mock interview sessions with real employers and alumni
No pressure to be perfect: this is meant to be practice and help you refine your skills
Employer Mock Interviews - Data & Technology
Details
When: October 14, 2019 – All day event
Where: SuccessWorks (3rd floor of the University Book Store)
Open to all students in L&S and CALS, employer mock interviews are as real as it gets, but without the stress or pressure of an actual interview. You’ll get to practice your interview skills and receive feedback from experienced real employers and alumni.
Check back for event listing info on Handshake.
Event Highlights
45 minute mock interview sessions with real employers and alumni
No pressure to be perfect: this is meant to be practice and help you refine your skills
Computer Science Fair
Details
When: October 15, 2019 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Where: Union South
These companies have an urgent need to hire new professionals. Open positions include full-time, internship and part-time opportunities, with openings for students at all degree levels. The Madison Area Computer Sciences Job Fair provides an excellent opportunity to connect CS students with area companies and career opportunities.
Fair Highlights
Features over 30 employers looking to fill hiring goals later in the semester