Why be an Engineer in Indianapolis?
The city’s deep industry connections create learning opportunities for engineering graduate students. Indianapolis is internationally recognized for its motorsports and mobility ecosystem, led by organizations such as Dallara. In parallel, the region’s growing software and digital infrastructure sector includes companies like Salesforce, Infosys, and Genesys. These employers actively engage with graduate talent through internships, co-ops, and project-based roles—allowing students to gain real-world experience, professional mentorship, and industry insight while completing their degrees.
AtPurdue University in Indianapolis, engineering education in engineering is intentionally designed to connect students to this thriving professional ecosystem. Graduate engineering programs emphasize applied learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and career readiness, leveraging the university’s location in the heart of Indianapolis. This proximity allows Purdue graduate students to build professional networks, pursue industry experiences during their studies, and transition seamlessly into engineering careers after graduation. For students seeking an engineering degree that combines academic excellence with direct industry access, Indianapolis offers a powerful and forward-looking environment.
It’s not too late to join Purdue Engineering for Fall 2026! Many deadlines are in March and April 2026 to start graduate programs in August 2026. Learn more about Purdue Engineering graduate programs in Indianapolis here: https://www.purdue.edu/campuses/indianapolis/graduate-programs/