January 5, 2026
The Ohio State University is hosting another Big 10 virtual career fair for graduate students – this one is particularly for STEM-focused MS/PhD students and postdocs.
2026 Engineering Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Event (E-GSPIRE)
Thursday, January 29, 2026
9:00 am – 1:00 pm PT
Virtual via Handshake
Here is the quick blurb OSU provided but you can read the full description on our website. Flyer and graphics attached. (2026 E-GSPIRE-Flier)
Calling all STEM and STEM adjacent graduate students and postdocs!
Are you interested in exploring or finding an internship or a full-time position within industry or government?
The Engineering Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Event (E-GSPIRE) is the perfect opportunity for individuals with advanced degrees to connect with various industries and governmental organizations. We also welcome engineering adjacent majors (STEM) at this career fair. This career fair is exclusive to our Consortium of 23 R1 Institutions and their graduate students (MS/PhD) and postdocs like you. We invite you to join us and connect with top employers and organizations seeking bright minds like yours.
All individuals, from first-year graduate students to veteran MS/PhD/Postdocs, as well as alumni with Handshake accounts, are welcome to participate in the E-GSPIRE fair. Whether you are considering a career in academia or industry, this event will provide valuable networking opportunities and the chance to explore and secure professional internships or employment in industry or government.