Industry Connections
The Lyles School of Civil Engineering welcomes the opportunity to team with industry to provide students resources to find internships, co-ops and career opportunities, and I am here to help you connect! Give me a call, send me an email, or stop by my office.
Kathy Heath
Industry Relations and Career Services Manager
550 Stadium Mall Drive, HAMP 1141
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2051
765-494-2157
heathk@purdue.edu
Employer Days & Professional Development Opportunities
The following companies are eager to visit with you for various opportunities they have available or coming up at their locations (internships, co-op, and/or full-time)!
So mark your calendars, grab your resume and plan to stop by to visit face-to-face!
Not currently seeking any sort of position? That’s okay too! The representatives still want to chat with you about the industry and more.
This is a great way to start to grow your network, learn more about civil engineering, gain the best feedback on your resume, or even practice that elevator pitch!
Career Fair
For information on the CE Career Fair, and to register, visit the Civil Engineering Student Advisory Council (CESAC) Career Fair website.
- Thursday, October 12, 2023
Industry Opportunities Database
Students: You can post your resume online and search for internships, co-ops and permanent positions. You can also sign up for on-campus interviews!
Employers: Interested in hiring Lyles School of Civil Engineering students? Register your company on the database (free)! Following registration, you can access student resumes, post your openings and request to set up on-campus interviews.
Employer Days
Are you an employer looking to connect with students? Employer Days provide an opportunity for companies to set up in our Wood Commons and visit with students throughout the day. Whether you’re interested in hanging around for the entire day (8-5) or any part of the day, we will provide a parking pass, lunch, and a table and chairs – it works like your own private career fair! We advertise several different ways and encourage students to stop by to share their resume, ask questions about the industry, learn about the company and any opportunities that may be available, or even to just get feedback on their resume. If interested in scheduling your date, reach out to Kathy Heath at heathk@purdue.edu.
CE292 Employer Panel Sign-ups
Interested in participating in class presentations? This is an opportunity to serve as part of an employer panel for our sophomore professionalization course, CE 292. One of the goals of the class is to introduce the students to specialties in the field and opportunities for beginning their careers. Click here for more information and for the Fall 2023 panel schedule. If interested in participating, reach out to Dr. John Tompkins at jctompki@purdue.edu.
CE Student Information Blog
Find co-op, internship, academic & many other resources on the CE student info blog – your number one CE communications resource!
CE Cooperative Education Program
Students can gain civil engineering experience while working toward their degree by participating in the Cooperative Education Program. The Lyles School of Civil Engineering Co-Op program helps students integrate theory and practice, confirm career choices, investigate potential job opportunities, and be better prepared for their careers.
GEARE Program: Work Abroad/Study Abroad
Our comprehensive Global Engineering Training Program develops engineers with high level communication skills, emotional intelligence & adaptability. These students work effectively anywhere in the world and with anyone.
Center for Career Opportunities
Career Success at Purdue houses the Center for Career Opportunities (CCO) and Pre-Professional Advising (PPA), serving as the centralized Career Services office for the West Lafayette Campus of Purdue University.
Purdue Employment
For more information on campus-based non-faculty positions, visit Purdue's main employment site.
External Faculty Postings for Ph.D. Candidates and Post Docs
An alphabetical directory by academic institution of faculty job openings throughout the U.S. and abroad.