To get connected with professionals in your industry and learn about job opportunities. Get questions answer directly by companies and their representatives.
On the day of the event (Sept. 16th), we will provide a small breakfast spread in the conference room in the morning as well as provide lunch through the hotel. Any meals needed before or after breakfast and lunch on the 16th will need to be provided by the student.
The Washington Square Embassy Suites is located at 9000 SW Washington Square Rd, Tigard, Oregon, 97223 (503-644-4000). To view a map with directions, click here. Parking at the hotel is free, but parking at the building next door is not.
Here is a link to our agenda.
There will be a few breaks and some time after the event to talk to other companies you are interested in.
It is our understanding that companies attending are interested in hiring interns or employees.
This quick video will give you an idea of what the venue looks like.
Follow this link to see the agenda for the showcase.
Preparation
The Career Dev Center hosted a special workshop on how to navigate and prepare for the Showcase. Please refer to this slide deck and a quick video for more details.
- Upload a resume.
- Research the companies beforehand and come prepared to ask questions. Check out our virtual booth to see what companies will be attending.
- Make an appointment with College of Engineering Career Services. They can help sharpen your resume, improve your interviewing skills, and even give wardrobe tips.
- Update your LinkedIn profile.
- Career Services is hosting a prep session, Sept. 10 @ 5 pm Pacific. Check Handshake for details.
- Bring some hard copy resumes (just in case). In the afternoon, the breakouts are often 1:1 or small group conversations. If an employer interests you, consider applying before the event.
- This webinar might be helpful to you to prepare.
- The Career Development Center is offering a live prep session, Sept. 10. Look for info on Handshake.
- There are also clips from previous showcases at the bottom of the showcase website.
- Dress in business casual
- Come prepared to talk and ask questions
- Follow up with the industry reps on LinkedIn, thanking them for their presentation. If you applied for an opening, mention which position you applied for.