Students earning degrees in one of the 30+ majors in Purdue University’s Polytechnic Institute gain unmatched hands-on, practical knowledge and real-world experience. Our graduates are tech-savvy problem solvers with the ability to think critically and work collaboratively in technology-driven careers.
Thank you for your interest in our students! We are excited to provide our phenomenal industry partners with opportunities to meet uniquely qualified students from Purdue Polytechnic's 30+ majors in the areas of aviation technology, computing and graphics, construction management, engineering technology, technology management and technology education.
You are welcome to talk with students about opportunities in your company for internships, co-ops and/or full-time careers.
Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair
February 5, 2025
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Eastern)
Purdue Memorial Union, North/South Ballrooms
Recruiter registration will open in early November for the 2025 Polytechnic Career Fair.
Career Fair Coordinator:
Dawn Laux
Assistant Dean for Academic Programs
Purdue Polytechnic
Purdue University
dlaux@purdue.edu
Robert Ooms
Lead Event Planner
Purdue Conferences
rooms@purdue.edu
SCHEDULE
Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair (February 5, 2025)
8 – 9 a.m.: Check-in/Set-up
Check in at the exterior entrance to the Purdue Memorial Union, North/South Ballrooms
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair
Purdue Memorial Union, North/South Ballrooms
- 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch
- Refreshments available throughout the day
3 – 4 p.m.: Tear down
INTERVIEW SPACE
Companies may interview students during the career fair at their company booth or they may request one of the private rooms we have reserved for interviews at no additional cost. Be sure to note your interest during registration as there are a limited number of rooms.
ELECTRICITY NEEDS
Electrical access will be limited. If your booth requires electricity, please be certain to request it during registration. Booth assignments will be noted by electrical requirements. Company representatives are responsible for providing extension cords as well as any power strips (25 to 50 ft extension cord is recommended).
SHIPPING
All display materials must be delivered to Purdue University Stewart Center by January 31, 2025.
Packages and displays are to be sent to:
Robert Ooms – Polytechnic Career Fair
Purdue University Stewart Center
128 Memorial Mall
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2021
Please write "POLYTECHNIC CAREER FAIR" on all packages sent to this address so they can be delivered to the fair in a timely fashion.
Note: All packages MUST be addressed exactly as indicated above to ensure proper delivery and by the aforementioned deadline. The only way to track delivery of display materials will be with a tracking number. All packages received are delivered daily between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. There are no weekend deliveries.
A Display Destination Tag must be attached to ALL of your packages. This is imperative in having your exhibit delivered on time and to the proper location. Please mark all packages clearly with your company name. You are responsible for providing your own shipping/return labels with your account numbers. Please only use UPS or FedEx.
All packages will be located at your booth upon arrival. If your packages do not arrive by February 2, 2024, we cannot guarantee they will be available on the day of the fair.
Please note that the Purdue Polytechnic Career Fair will not be transferring company displays to any other Purdue career fair. Companies who want to ship one display to Purdue University will need to plan to have their recruiters/representatives make those transfers and take responsibility for those packages.
LODGING
Lodging facilities (in closest proximity to campus) include:
- Union Club Hotel, 765-494-8922
- Hilton Garden Inn, 765-743-2100
- Hampton Inn West Lafayette, 765-269-8000
- Holiday Inn Lafayette–City Centre, 765-423-1000
- Four Points by Sheraton, 765-463-5511
See this complete listing of area accommodations.
SHUTTLE SERVICE
If you fly into the Indianapolis International Airport, you may wish to shuttle to West Lafayette on the Lafayette Limo service. Shuttles depart from the airport every two hours between 6:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. For specific fare information, visit https://www.lafayettelimo.com/index.php/services/90-shuttle-services.
PARKING
Parking for registered career fair guests will be in the Grant Street Parking Garage across from the Purdue Memorial Union. Please collect a parking pass from the program staff at the entrance before parking your vehicle.
INTERNET CONNECTION
Purdue University is now an AT&T hotspot, so no access code is needed.
HOSPITALITY AREA
The hospitality area will be located near the North/South Ballrooms of the Purdue Memorial Union. Water, and coffee will be available throughout the fair and lunch will be available for all registered recruiters from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
PAYMENT
Questions regarding payments and invoicing should be directed to:
Robert Ooms
Lead Event Planner
rooms@purdue.edu