Roundtable with Industry – MS & PhD Focused
Hosted by the McCormick Graduate Leadership Council (MGLC) and Engineering Career Development (ECD)
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Ford Motor Engineering Design Center
2133 Sheridan Road
The HIVE, Second Floor, Room 2.350
Suggested Attire: Business Casual or Come as You Are
Join us for an evening of connection and conversation with industry professionals from a range of fields. This roundtable event is designed to support both MS and PhD students as they explore pathways beyond academia. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about different industries, organizations, and the diverse career trajectories of professionals who have successfully transitioned from graduate education to industry roles.
Agenda
4:45 PM – Student Check-in
5:00 PM – Industry Roundtables
During the first portion of the event, students will rotate in small groups to meet with each industry representative. You will have dedicated time to ask questions about their field, their career path, and insights on navigating the transition from a university research lab to industry.
6:30 PM – Networking Mixer
The second portion of the evening is open networking, allowing you to reconnect with representatives, ask more in-depth questions, and continue conversations.
7:00 PM – Event Concludes
This event is open to MS and PhD students in McCormick. Registration in McCormickConnect is preferred to attend.
Please plan to arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in with your Wildcard and get settled. The program will begin promptly at 5:00 PM.
Check back soon for a list of participating companies.
Engineering Career Development Staff
(847) 491-3366
Email