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Oct
22
Wed
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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91社区 the Organization: Founded in 1921,听听builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and infrastructure assets in the country through air, land, rail, and sea.听

91社区 the Role: The Engineering & Architecture Associates Program is a two-year rotational program. During the first year, Associates rotate through different Engineering/Architecture disciplines and also Port Authority facilities. In the second year, Associates focus on the discipline they accepted an offer for. Examples of disciplines include: Design (Architecture, Civil/Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical, Structural/Geotechnical, and Traffic); Construction Management; Materials; Operations; Project Delivery; Quality Assurance; and Enterprise Asset Management.

Employment Type:听This is a full-time, permanent position which includes a yearly salary and benefits. After successful completion of the program, Associates remain permanent employees at Port Authority. As of 2025, there are close to 200 program alumni working at the agency.

Eligibility: Engineering and Architecture students who are receiving a bachelor鈥檚 or master鈥檚 degree between September 2025 and May 2026.

Application Deadline: November 1, 2025.

How To Apply: To learn more and/or apply before the info session, click听.听

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Heap/Priority Queues
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 10/21 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 10/22 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠 or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Oct
23
Thu
All Day
Virtual
Help Avangrid solve real worldenergy industry challenges as one ofAmerica鈥檚 leading energy companies!听

How does the Hackathon work?Once registered, teams of 3 will be given aproblem statement and dataset related tothe decarbonization of the energy sector.Teams will have 32-hours to develop a data-driven solution and submit their solution.听

During the Hackathon, Avangrid subjectmatter experts will be available to meet withteams for 鈥渙ffice hours鈥 to answer questionsand provide guidance.Each team will submit a model as well as aslide deck with an overview of their solutionby the end of the Hackathon.听

Finalists will beinvited to deliver a verbal presentation toour panel of judges.Contact innovation@avangrid.com withquestions/inquiries.听听

Cash prizes include: $5,000 (1st place), $2,500 (2nd place), $1,000 (3rd place)听

Oct
24
Fri
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Virtual Session - Event Link in Handshake

Join us for an exciting and informative virtual information session at the US Early Career Expo! This event is your chance to explore the incredible opportunities at Novartis. Listen to authentic experiences from talent and current professionals involved in the One Young World global community and youth leadership summit who started their careers as interns at Novartis to gain insights into their journeys, their achievements at Novartis and share valuable advice for early career professionals starting their careers.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to get to know Novartis and envision your future with us!

Register here:

password: novartis2025

Oct
27
Mon
3:00pm - 4:00pm

91社区 the Organization: Founded in 1921,听听builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and infrastructure assets in the country through air, land, rail, and sea.听

91社区 the Role: The Engineering & Architecture Associates Program is a two-year rotational program. During the first year, Associates rotate through different Engineering/Architecture disciplines and also Port Authority facilities. In the second year, Associates focus on the discipline they accepted an offer for. Examples of disciplines include: Design (Architecture, Civil/Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical, Structural/Geotechnical, and Traffic); Construction Management; Materials; Operations; Project Delivery; Quality Assurance; and Enterprise Asset Management.

Employment Type:听This is a full-time, permanent position which includes a yearly salary and benefits. After successful completion of the program, Associates remain permanent employees at Port Authority. As of 2025, there are close to 200 program alumni working at the agency.

Eligibility: Engineering and Architecture students who are receiving a bachelor鈥檚 or master鈥檚 degree between September 2025 and May 2026.

Application Deadline: November 1, 2025.

How To Apply: To learn more and/or apply before the info session, click听.听

Oct
28
Tue
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Backtracking
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 10/28 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 10/29 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠 or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Oct
29
Wed
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Backtracking
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 10/28 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 10/29 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠 or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Oct
30
Thu
10:00am - 5:00pm
You Must Register to Receive the Registraiton Link
The IEEE USA Virtual Career Fair is a nationwide, virtual recruitment event that connects听IEEE students, young professionals, and members with hiring companies. There is NO COST to participate - just register, connect, and grow.听

Click to register! Registration closes on October 15th!
11:00am - 12:00pm

Grant and contract proposal writing as well as the government ecosystem can be complex to navigate. This webinar will offer strategies to prepare companies for a higher rate of success when developing proposals.

锘縄n addition to proposal writing best practices, the presentation will also discuss the right materials and assets needed to validate a company's value and worthiness of grants or contracts.

You'll gain a competitive edge in the proposal process and learn to use your time and resources to your best advantage.

Click the to reserve your spot!

DATE: Tuesday, September 30

TIME: 11 a.m. - Noon

Zoom link will be sent upon registration

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Session - Event Link in Handshake
Come hear from our Upstate New York Engineering employees as they share more about how National Grid is Engineering the Future! This engaging virtual event will showcase our engineers as they share their journeys, insights, and the exciting projects shaping our future. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, or simply curious about engineering careers, this is your chance to ask questions and gain valuable knowledge. Discover our Early Careers Programs and learn about the diverse opportunities available at National Grid. Don鈥檛 miss out on this chance to connect, learn, and be inspired!听

Nov
3
Mon
11:00am - 12:00pm
https://bloomenergy.zoom.us/j/83520780699?pwd=E81benxgma75vbzYGjPqUFrOVbjhmi.1&from=addon

Looking for an internship where you can make a real impact? Join听Bloom Energy, a leader in clean and reliable power solutions, for a virtual information session!

Bloom Energy empowers businesses and communities with cutting-edge听solid oxide fuel cell and electrolyzer technology, providing cleaner, more resilient energy for industries around the globe. Trusted by Fortune 100 companies, Bloom is at the forefront of the clean energy transition鈥攁nd they鈥檙e looking for talented students to join their team.

馃挕听Internship Details:

10-week, fully on-site program听starting June 2025

Competitive pay:听$36鈥$50/丑辞耻谤

Hands-on projects in听design, automation, and quality

Exposure to听SolidWorks, AutoCAD, AI, and CAD administration

馃帗听Who They Hire:

Mechanical Engineering, Electrical, Chemical, Computer, Materials Science, and Industrial Engineering

Other majors may also align (e.g., Biomedical Engineering for QA roles)

U.S. work authorization required (Bloom cannot hire international students at this time)

Ideal candidates graduate May/June 2027 since most roles aim to convert to full-time

Don鈥檛 miss this chance to connect with recruiters and learn how you can be part of a company shaping the future of energy.


Internship Opportunities:

Nov
4
Tue
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Graphs
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 11/4 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 11/5 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠 or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Nov
5
Wed
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Graphs
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 11/4 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 11/5 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠 or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Nov
11
Tue
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Dynamic Programming
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 11/11 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 11/12 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠 or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Join us for an engaging in-person event at our Syracuse/Liverpool, NY lab, where we invite aspiring analysts and scientists to discover the exciting opportunities at EAG Laboratories. As a leading materials science company, we are actively seeking talented individuals in materials science, chemistry, physics, analytical chemistry, and chemical engineering majors. If you are pursuing any of these fields, we highly encourage you to register for this event!

Event Details:
Title:听EAG Discovery Lunch
Date/Time:听Tuesday September 30th, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location:听EAG Laboratories, Syracuse/Liverpool, NY

Schedule:
1. Welcome Presentation - Kick off the event with an introduction to EAG Laboratories, covering our overall mission and initiatives, with a special focus on our Syracuse lab and its specific projects.
2. Lab Tour - Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our lab facilities and the cutting-edge work we do.
3. Q&A Session - Engage directly with our team during the Q&A, featuring employees at various levels (Analysts and Scientists) who will be available to answer your questions about EAG and career paths.
4. Lunch - Enjoy a complimentary lunch while networking with EAG representatives and fellow aspiring scientists.

Sign-Up Process:
1. Click on听 to register. Please provide your major, year in school, graduation year, resume, and any dietary restrictions.
2. We will select听15-20 participants听who align with our current hiring needs. You must be a current student or a recent graduate (May 2025).
3.听Note:听Registering does not guarantee a spot. Selected participants will be notified and provided with event details, including the address and any day-of information.
4. If you register but are not chosen for in-person attendance, we will send you a recording of the presentation and听you will be added to our Talent Community, where you will receive updates on new job and internship opportunities, upcoming events, and industry news/trends.
5. Transportation to and from the event is the responsibility of the attendee.
6.听Registration Deadline:听End of Day, September 18th.
7. All attendees are required to sign a form prior to entering the lab.

We encourage you to explore our career website for open opportunities听.

We look forward to welcoming you to EAG Laboratories and sharing the exciting possibilities that await you in the world of materials science!

Nov
12
Wed
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Watson Commons

Join the WCAC Student Assistants for a fun, station-based workshop designed to help you听bundle up your career goals听before winter break! Rotate through interactive stations covering:

听Mock Interview Prep听Resume & Cover Letter TipsJob and Internship Search StrategiesExpanding your skills through certifications and microcredentials听

Whether you're getting ready for applications or just want to make the most of your winter break, this workshop will help you听layer up for success鈥攁nd yes, you鈥檒l even get to build an edible snowman along the way!


Register now:听
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Ever wondered what it鈥檚 like to interview at some of the most competitive tech companies in the world? Meet Julian Ortiz who has successfully navigated the 听interview processes for:

听 听 听 听 听 听 Jane Street, Netflix, Two Sigma, Data Dog, Bloomberg and Asana

Valuable insights on:

How to prepare for quantitative finance and trading firm interviews.

What to expect from big tech coding challenges and system design questions.

Strategies for staying calm and confident during high-stakes interviews.

Honest reflections on what worked, what didn鈥檛, and how to adapt.


6:00pm - 7:00pm
https://nike.recsolu.com/app/collect/event/iAXNEZSzjQwHizgabNqZVA
Join Us for an Informational Session with Nike, Inc.! |听馃搮听November 12th听
Join us and connect with Nike employees during this engaging networking and informational session to learn more about our听2026 Summer Graduate Internship Opportunities. Whether you're curious about the program or ready to apply, this is a great chance to hear directly from the team and get your questions answered.

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Dynamic Programming
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 11/11 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 11/12 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠 or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Nov
18
Tue
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Greedy
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 11/18 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 11/19 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠听听or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Nov
19
Wed
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Engineering Building, 3rd floor, T-1 Classroom

馃殌听Weekly Watson LeetCode Sessions听馃殌

Whether you鈥檝e been with us since the start or are just jumping in now, it鈥檚 never too late to join! The purpose of LeetCode practice is to build problem-solving skills and prepare for technical interviews, and the benefits kick in no matter when you start.

For Computer Science students especially, LeetCode is essential preparation. While the problems may not mirror daily software development, they sharpen your understanding of听data structures, algorithms, analytical thinking,听and help you practice solving problems under pressure鈥攖he exact skills top tech companies look for in interviews.

鉁ㄌThis week鈥檚 focus: Greedy
We鈥檒l walk through problems step-by-step, share strategies, and practice coding together.

馃棑锔徧Sessions:
馃搷 Tuesday, 11/18 | 2鈥3 PM | EB T-1
馃搷 Wednesday, 11/19 | 7鈥8 PM | EB T-1

馃憠听听or just show up -听all levels are welcome!

Dec
9
Tue
All Day