Engineering Career Hub – For Employers

Recruit Top Engineers

The Engineering Career Hub team is dedicated to supporting the evolving needs of engineering, computing, quantum, and related industries, with the goal of enriching students' professional experiences and improving career outcomes. Ìý

Recruit Top CU Engineering Talent

On-Campus & Virtual Student Engagement

These events are an excellent way to build your talent pipeline, increase brand awareness, and connect with motivated CU Engineering students and future leaders.

Tabling: set up in high-traffic areas to maximize visibility and engage students in information conversation about your company culture and opportunities.Ìý

Information Sessions: host a dedicated session to share insights into your organization, highlight career paths, and answer questions with a captive audience.

Primary contact: Valerie Salazar

Internship & Career Fairs

Our internship and career fairs provide direct access to a diverse pool of talented engineers - across all majors - who eager to launch their careers.

Internship & Career Fairs: Showcase your organization at high-visibility events where you can meet hundreds of students in one day, share opportunities, and build your brand on campus.
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Primary contact: Valerie Salazar

Targeted Recruitment
(by Department/Program/Major)

We offer tailored recruitment opportunities to help you connect with students in specific departments, programs, or majors that align with your hiring needs. Targeted recruitment ensures your organization reaches the right students with the right skills, maximizing your return on time and financial investments.

  • Customized Outreach: Engage directly with students from targeted majors, from aerospace and mechanical engineering to computer science and engineering physics.
  • Specialized Events: Participate in department-specific career expos and symposia, networking nights, and technical talks to showcase your expertise and opportunities.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Build relationships with faculty and program leaders to strengthen your brand and identify top talent early.

Primary Contact: Andrew North

Industry Scholars Programs

Scholars Programs connect top-performing, highly motivated students with industry leaders through exclusive engagement opportunities. These programs attract students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and strong interest in specific career paths. As an Industry Scholars Program sponsor, you can:

  • Build Early Connections: Engage with high-potential students through customized programming, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities.
  • Showcase Your Brand: Position your organization as an employer of choice among elite talent.
  • Shape Future Leaders: Collaborate on projects, internships, and initiatives that prepare students for impactful careers.

Primary Contact: Lindsey Pratte, Andrew North

Construction and Engineering: Kiewit Design-Build Scholars Program

Physical and Quantum Information Sciences: Quantum Scholars Program

Employer Partnership Program

Information coming soon!

Primary Contact: Andrew North

Student Society Support

Partnering with student organizations is a powerful way to engage with motivated, career-focused students who are active in their fields of interest. These groups often represent academic disciplines, professional associations, and diversity initiatives, providing targeted access to talent aligned with your industry. As a partner, you can:

  • Host Collaborative Events: Sponsor workshops, panels, or networking sessions tailored to students’ interests.
  • Build Brand Awareness: Position your organization as a trusted resource within key student communities.
  • Develop Future Talent: Identify and connect with emerging student leaders who demonstrate initiative and passion.

Primary Contact: Andrew North

Handshake is a career management system on which employers can post jobs and internships, request on-campus interviews, register for events, and network with CU Engineering students.Ìý

Primary contact: Valerie Salazar

Connect With Our Staff

Andrew North
Assistant Director of Engineering & Quantum Employer Relations
andrew.north@colorado.edu
303-492-9518

Valerie Salazar
Engineering Employer Relations & Events Specialist - campus Career Services
valerie.salazar@colorado.edu
303-492-4541

Lindsey Pratte
Program Manager, Kiewit Design-Build Scholars Program
lindsey.pratte@colorado.edu
303-492-4967