Students should use this online resource since it is the primary platform where employers post internships and job opportunities.

Engineering jobs and internships will be distributed to engineering students through targeted emails from outreach@rowan.edu ensuring that students receive relevant job and internship opportunities based on their specific field of study.  

This streamlined approach supplements the University's online ProfsJobs system, providing an additional layer of career connections without the need for extra sign-ups.

Click here for information on Rowan University Career Fairs

Each Fall and Spring semester the University hosts a Career Fair that includes over 150 employers, many recruiting engineering students for careers, internships or both.  A worthwhile opportunity to network with engineering employers to witness the potential of your engineering career.

Career Fair Tips

Find Federal, Civilian Jobs and Internships on the Federal Government's official job website www.usajobs.gov

Pathways Program - Provides students and recent graduates with paid opportunities that can develop into full time careers

Presidential Management Fellows Program - After completion of PMF program, provides recent Masters or Doctorate students the opportunity to convert to permanent positions within Federal Govt. 

More information can be found by using the Departments of Transportation's Info sheets, Student Internships and Recent Graduates Opportunities and Benefits.

LinkedIn and Indeed.com 

Company websites

Engineering students should make it a habit to regularly visit company websites and actively engage with their social media profiles on platforms like Twitter or Instagram. By doing so, students stay informed about the latest updates regarding company recruitment requirements and schedules. This proactive approach will help align job search efforts with the specific needs and timelines of companies.

ZipRecruiter Recruiting Resources

Jobs near me: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/n/Full-Time-Jobs-Near-Me
College Jobs: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/college-jobs 

ZipRecruiter Resume Resources: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/blog/resume-training/ 

ZipRecruiter Salary Calculator: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries 

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)  

Work closely with faculty and other researchers on National Science Foundation's (NSF) supported research projects at universities throughout the nation or at a foreign location. Students are granted a stipend, and in many cases assistance with housing and travel. An excellent opportunity to gain experience, collaborate, develop team-work skills, network and experience an adventure.

Zintellect 

Research internships, experiential learning opportunities, academic fellowships and scholarships funded by government and private sector organizations. These programs are administered by ORAU and the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE).

The typical document submitted to employers to gain employment, your resume is the first impression a company gets of you. It is essential that your resume is effective to get your foot in the door. A resume needs to contain a summary of your education and work experience.

• Resume development & checklist guide
• Sample engineering resumes

Resume and Cover letter guidance is provided in the Office of Career Advancement's Career Course Guide Book.  Use this as a resource for resumes and cover letters as well as interviewing protocol.

LinkedIn is one of the most effective tools for finding internships and jobs as well as an invaluable resource for enhancing Career Readiness. Engineering students can forge connections and network with alums and other professionals in their discipline, showcase their projects and skills, and explore a wide array of job and internship opportunities.  Additionally, LinkedIn offers valuable insights into interviewing strategies and techniques, enriching the overall preparation process.

Use this LinkedIn Profile Sample and learn how to network on LinkedIn in order to build meaningful professional connections here.

When it comes to salary negotiations, having another offer in hand can often be the most effective leverage for engineering students seeking competitive compensation packages.

MoneyGeek: Salary Negotiation Guide

Harvard Business Review: 15 Rules for Negotiating a Job Offer

Glassdoor: How to Negotiate Your Salary

Office of Career Advancement

Click here for Job and Internship Search Techniques from the Office of Career Services

Use the Career Advancement's Career Course Guide Book as a resource for career exploration, resume and cover letter development, interviewing tips and overall professional development.  Or, enroll in the two credit Career & Professional Development course for a more in-depth professional development experience.