Explore&Make Connections(Engineering&Design)

Explore & Make Connections

Talking to alumni in engineering and alumni in design can help you make informed choices and potentially open doors. Join Swatties Helping Swatties and conduct informational interviews to enhance your career journey. Make an appointment to chat with an advisor about this field.

Learn&Apply(Engineering&Design)

Learn & Apply

Browse the industry guides to learn more about types of roles, organizations and skills valued by employers. Look for internships and jobs on Handshake, where you can also browse employers and industry-specific events.

Internships in Engineering Series, Spring 2024

Obtaining information about the professional world from those who’ve gone before you can be extremely helpful, and here at Career Services, we love promoting that!

Last March, Mark Lohatepanont ‘24, a Senior in the Engineering Department sat down with a …

By Immaculata Daikpor
Immaculata Daikpor Career Fellow
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Top Non-Tech Roles in the Tech Industry

The technology sector is expected to grow at a consistent rate over the course of the next decade. Currently, the tech industry in the United States represents around 35% of the entire market worldwide, which means there will be a …

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Computer Science Internships & More

Getting an internship with a leader in the industry can often open the door to future employment for students. Having the opportunity to use the skills you’ve developed in the classroom as well as through your individual curiosity and eagerness …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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A Day in the Life: Graphic Designer/Art Director

Vault Day in the Life: Ishan Khosla
Designation: Art Director, Owner
Company Name: Ishan Khosla Design
Age: 32

Education:

I did my B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Washington, Seattle. Although it was a science program, being in …

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What Is a UX Designer?

UX designers are behind-the-scenes magicians who make our experiences on websites or apps easier, more efficient, and even fun. Through research, testing, and design skills, they imagine and re-imagine websites and apps to match what users are looking for. So, …

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Employer & Interview Insights

Vault Guide to Design Jobs
Vault Guide to Engineering Jobs
Vault Guide to Operations and Logistics Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Architecture Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Medical Equipment Manufacturing Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Build Skills

Troika’s ABC Brand Campaign: Start to Finish

Taught by Troika Design Group
Get an inside view behind the making of ABC TV’s fall promotional and brand image campaign, and watch a 60-second…

Contracting for Creatives

Taught by Seth C. Polansky
Media and entertainment companies spend billions of dollars every year on creative talent. In this course—specifically designed for creatives—professor, contract…

Get Ready for Your Coding Interview

Taught by YK Sugi
If you’ve nabbed an interview for a software development position, it’s likely that you’ll have to face a common hurdle—the…

Photoshop for Fashion Design: 2 Rendering Techniques

Taught by Robin Schneider
Harness the power of Adobe Photoshop to render professional-looking fashion and costume illustrations. In this course, the second installment in…

Tech Career Skills: Searching, Interviewing, and Landing a Job

Taught by Nishant Bhajaria
Too many engineers focus on building hard technical skills, but do not receive the guidance or coaching necessary to make…

Tanner Woodford: The Value of Building and Growing Community

Taught by Justin Ahrens
Tanner Woodford wanted to create new opportunities for people to experience the power and impact of design. As executive director…

Prepare for Your Data Science Interview

Taught by Ben Sullins
If you’re looking for work as a junior data analyst, engineer, or scientist, this course gives you the best techniques…

Ace Your Web Developer Interview

Taught by Emma Bostian
You know you’re a great developer for the job, but how do you prove it to your interviewers? It can…

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Phone
(610) 328–8352
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Wednesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Office closed daily from 12–1pm for lunch.