RECRUIT SPARTAN ENGINEERS
Contact our office at careers@egr.msu.edu to discuss your recruiting strategy!
Join our MSU Engineering Employer Recruiting Network Group on LinkedIn!
Our online recruiting system, Handshake, connects employers with MSU students. As an employer, you can post opportunities, promote events and register for career fairs. The system is free to use for employers and students, and requires only a one-time registration.
Create an account and post a job today!
Make sure you're familiar with our majors before you post!
PROACTIVELY FIND CANDIDATES
In addition to job postings your can search our student database and send targeted messages to students.
Handshake's Candidate Hub helps recruiters discover which students would be good candidates for their open positions and reach out with thoughtful messaging.
Promote virtual events - Request new virtual event in Handshake and include the links to video conferencing in the URL field.
Sign up to host Virtual Info Chats in Handshake. This new feature allows you to send a custom invite link to students prompting them to schedule a 15 min meeting with you. You can find instructions here.
FALL CAREER EVENT SCHEDULE
IN-PERSON INDUSTRY DAYS
Industry days is a series of days organized by industry sectors to provide companies the chance to showcase their company, latest technologies, and more by bringing a hands-on, interactive demonstration/display for students to engage. This is a no resumes event.
Companies that register for Industry Days will have all fees waived for our virtual Exchange events and virtual spring events. Register for the events in Handshake and your fees will be waived upon approval.
Automotive & Mobility Day
Sept. 12th | 1-4pm | REGISTER
Civil, Energy & Environmental Day
Sept. 13th | 1-4pm | REGISTER
Manufacturing Day
Sept. 14th | 1-4pm | REGISTER
Computing, Electronics and Technology Day
Sept. 15th | 1-4pm | REGISTER
VIRTUAL CAREER EXCHANGES
We are excited to have you engage with Spartan Engineers at our Virtual Exchanges! The purpose of these events is to provide a venue for students to explore paths where their major may lead them, from introductory exploratory discussions to internship, co-op, and full-time opportunities!
If you plan on attending multiple engineering fairs the Career Fair Event Pass will cut your costs!
Email careers@egr.msu.edu to learn more!
Mechanical Engineering Exchange
Sept. 20th | 3-6pm | REGISTER
Civil + Environmental Engineering Exchange
Sept. 22nd | 3-6pm | REGISTER
Electrical + Computer Engineers Exchange
Sept. 27th | 3-6pm | REGISTER
Computing + Computational Data Sciences Exchange
Sept. 29th | 3-6pm | REGISTER
Applied Engineering Sciences Exchange
Oct. 4 | 3-6pm | REGISTER
Chemical + Material Sciences + Biosystems Engineering Exchange
Oct. 6 | 3-6pm | REGISTER
OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES
GAIN VISIBILTY
One of the best ways to gain visibility is through student organizations. We encourage you to contact student organizations to discuss possible involvement opportunities. The Center also offers multiple programs that can help you grow your brand on campus. Email us at careers@egr.msu.edu to discuss increasing student engagement.
PLACEMENT DATA & REPORTS
Looking for guidance on pay? Want to know where our Spartan Engineering graduates go? Or wish to grab the latest enrollment data on the College of Engineering? Check out our Placement Data and Reports page.
PARTNERSHIP / SPONSORSHIP
The Center offers Partnership/Sponsorship and Special Engagement options for employers who are interested. Contact us directly at careers@egr.msu.edu for more details.
INTERNSHIP FOR CREDIT
The College of Engineering offers a one credit course for students during their intern or co-op experience called EGR X (formerly EGR 393). The co-op semesters enable students to thoughtfully work out a “working lifestyle” that can include continued learning, sensitivity to professionalism and professional ethics, and a habit of thoughtfully assessing current events. You can direct students HERE for more information.
ON CAMPUS EMPLOYER
Many students pursue internships on campus, allowing them to gain valuable professional experience through MSU’s diverse departments. MSU Departments are encouraged to post their open positions on Handshake. Sign up for an employer account and start posting today!
CONNECT WITH THE UNIVERSITY
Connect with College of Engineering departments. Want majors outside of engineering? Connect with our Career Services partners across campus.
INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES
Most international students are eligible to participate in registered cooperative education and internship opportunities with the approval of the College of Engineering and the Office of International Student Services. Experiences may be found in the United States or the student's home country. Employers who are interested in exploring hiring a diverse pool of candidates and who will consider co-op or intern experiences for international students should contact The Center (careers@egr.msu.edu) to learn more. There is no need for visa sponsorship to employ an international student as a co-op or intern.