Career Services Blog

Category: Career Fair

Information about Career Fair and related activities.

Recent Career Fair Employer Attendee Data

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We’re excited to announce a new addition to our Career Services resources — a comprehensive list of companies that have attended Michigan Tech’s all-campus career fairs over the past three years! This includes employers who have participated in Career Fairs – either Fall or Spring since Spring 2023. The list provides valuable insight into the breadth of organizations that actively engage with our students, representing industries ranging from engineering and technology to business, healthcare, and beyond.

This new resource is designed to help students and alumni better prepare for career events and identify potential employers that have shown consistent interest in Michigan Tech talent. By exploring the list, you can discover which companies frequently recruit on campus. lt’s a great way to make your job search more informed and targeted.

We encourage you to take advantage of this tool and use it to enhance your career planning and professional development. Whether you’re a current student exploring internship options or an alum looking for new opportunities, the list showcases the strong employer connections that continue to grow through Michigan Tech’s partnerships. Visit our Career Services website to explore the full list.

You can sort and filter using the standard features for interacting with tables and clicking the column header.

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Additional Methods for Searching the Fair for Employers

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With a long list of companies coming to sort through, you may find it easier to limit your search. Of course, you can sort by major and degree – but there are some labels that might be of interest to your also.

Start from the “Employers” list in the Career Fair you’ll be attending. Then, click the “Filters” button and find the “Labels” filter. When you select labels, you’ll find some labels to help you identify companies that have uniques properties. You’ll be able to sort for:

  • Campus Partner = Companies that support campus through philanthropy
  • Headquartered in …. = Companies with corporate headquarters in Michigan, Wisconsin, or Minnesota
  • NACME Corporate Partner = Companies that are part of the national NACME program
  • Scholarship Sponsor = Companies that fund scholarships on campus
  • Michigander Scholar Company = Companies that are part of the Michigander Scholars Program – which provides additional incentive for taking jobs in Michigan
Special Labels For Searching

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Tips To Get Ready For Career Fair

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Hello from Career Services! We are so excited to kick off the Fall 2025 Career Fair — and we know that many of you are anxiously awaiting the chance to speak with more than 350 employers. With just a week to go, we have compiled some tips to help you minimize your stress and maximize your opportunities.

Download Handshake and Set Up Your Profile

Don’t wait until you get to the Career Fair — download Handshake ahead of time! You’ll need the app to find the latest information about the companies at the fair.

Companies want to be able to find candidates by searching through Handshake, too! Make sure your profile makes it easy for them to find you.

  • First, learn more about building a public Handshake profile.
  • Next, optimize your resume. Career Services is happy to help with this — don’t forget to share your resume with us once you have it done.
  • Upload your final resume to your Handshake profile and make it public. 
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Michigan Day is September 9, 2025

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This fall, Michigan Tech is thrilled to welcome back Michigan Day — an exciting event made possible through our continued partnership with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and InvestUP. Building on the success of previous years, this collaboration aims to connect students directly with the people and possibilities shaping Michigan’s economic future.

Hosted as part of our broader Career Fest series, Michigan Day offers an immersive experience for students eager to explore their career options. It’s not just about job openings—it’s about helping students discover where their passions and skills can make the greatest impact right here in Michigan. Through conversations, presentations, and interactive exhibits, students gain real insight into diverse industries across the state.

Beyond career exploration, Michigan Day celebrates the unique communities and lifestyles that make Michigan such a special place to live. From the scenic beauty of the Upper Peninsula to the vibrant urban centers downstate, the event showcases how professional growth and quality of life can go hand in hand. Students learn firsthand about the hidden gems and well-known destinations that could someday become their new hometowns.

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New for 2025: Local Jobs Expo

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This fair will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2025. It is dedicated exclusively to employers with offices located in the Baraga, Houghton, and Keweenaw counties.

If your company is interested in offering professional development opportunities to Michigan Tech students, we invite you to join us. Our students are eager to explore part-time positions, full-time roles, and job shadowing opportunities right here in our local community.

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New for 2025: College of Business Career Fair

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We’re pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 College of Business Career Fair at Michigan Tech! The event will take place in Houghton, about a month after the university-wide Career Fair.

The fair will be hosted on our campus in the Memorial Union Building (MUB) Ballroom. We are excited to welcome you and appreciate your participation. We look forward to helping you connect with top talent and making this event a valuable experience for your organization.  The College of Business has many different undergraduate and graduate degrees:

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You’re Invited: Fall 2025 Natural Resources Career Fair

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Michigan Tech’s College of Forest Resources and Environmental Science (CFRES) invites you to attend the Fall 2025 Natural Resources Career Fair, held on campus on Thursday, November 6, 2025.

This annual event connects employers with talented students and graduates from a range of natural resources disciplines, including:

  • Forestry
  • Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
  • Applied Ecology and Environmental Science
  • Geographic Information Science (GIS)
  • Environmental Science and Sustainability
  • Sustainable Bioproducts
  • Environmental Data Science
  • Natural Resource Management

Both undergraduate and graduate students from these programs will be in attendance.

Ready to connect with top talent?

To learn more or to register, please visit the fair registration page in Handshake or email us at careerfair@mtu.edu

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Fall 2025 Career Fest Schedule

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Are you concerned that students won’t recognize your brand? Career Fest events allow you to highlight the things you make and do!

What kinds of things does your company bring to an industry trade show? Bring those same items to campus to show off to our students in an outdoor, casual event. This “show and tell” format lets students learn what you do or make and what kinds of jobs they can find at your company. Enhance your branding by participating in one or more of these days.

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Fall 2025 Career Fair Registration Open

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Welcome to the MTU Fall 2025 Career Fair, one of the largest and most highly regarded events of its kind in the Midwest. We are excited to welcome you and appreciate your participation. We look forward to helping you connect with top talent and making this event a valuable experience for your organization.

If you’re looking to expand your team and strengthen your presence on campus, we encourage you to register today. If you have other questions, please email us at careerfair@mtu.edu

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