Signature Materials Science Programs

Industry Recruiting Events

Materials Science Employer Expo

October 20, 2026 | Register Here

This dedicated program offers an invaluable opportunity to network with some of the biggest names in Materials and Life Sciences. Learn about internship/job opportunities, ask career readiness questions, and build your network! Attend the Employer Expo Networking Primer on October 20, 2026 to learn how to put your best foot forward. Registration opening soon!

STEM Career Fair

January 29, 2027 | Register Here

Meet and network with leading employers across various STEM industries including biotech, engineering, quantum, environmental science, physical sciences, and computer science! Attend the STEM Career Fair Networking Primer on January 28, 2027 to learn how to put your best foot forward.

Materials Science Internship Programs

Apply for a Materials Science Internship Cohort Program!

Argonne National Laboratory

Chicago Space Fellows

FermiLab

San Francisco Science Fellows

Specialized Career Cohort

Engineering Fellows

Application Opens September 28, 2026

The Engineering Fellows program is a selective program for students who have a strong interest in pursuing research, graduate school, or an industry career in an engineering field. Fellows have access to small group mentorship led by upperclassmen and exclusive opportunities including networking opportunities with engineering employers, local day treks, and faculty-led career sessions. The program welcomes students interested in all types of engineering and is open to first- and second-years as well as transfer students. Students planning to complete a major or minor in molecular engineering are eligible to apply.

Meet Alumni Experts

Math Alumni Panel

October 19, 2026 at 3PM | Register Here

This panel will provide insight into some of the many career pathways you can pursue with your degree in Mathematics!

Physical Sciences Competitions

Expand your research experience through a creative project by participating in a research competition to put your technical skills and course knowledge to test and win prizes!

Chemistry | Sign Up March 2027

Generously sponsored by Chairman Dongsheng Chen of Taikang Life. Work with a team of up to 3 students to develop a chemistry research proposal in response to the prompt topic announced spring 2027. First, second, and third year students in the College are encouraged to participate regardless of major.

Mathematics | Sign Up March 2027

Generously sponsored by Chairman Dongsheng Chen of Taikang Life. Work with a team of up to 3 students to solve a mathematical proof in response to the prompt topic announced spring 2027. First, second, and third year students in the College are encouraged to participate regardless of major.

Physics | Sign Up March 2027

Generously sponsored by Chairman Dongsheng Chen of Taikang Life. Work with a team of up to 3 students to develop a physics research proposal in response to the prompt topic announced spring 2027. First, second, and third year students in the College are encouraged to participate regardless of major. 2026 prompt: Write a 5-page research proposal on a topic in statistical physics or quantum field theory.