Industry Roundtable: Industrial Engineering
Hosted by the Northwestern University Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) Student Chapter and Engineering Career Development (ECD)
Thursday, October 8, 2026
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Location:
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 conversation and networking with industry professionals, alumni, and fellow students. This interactive roundtable event is designed for undergraduate and MS students interested in industrial engineering and related career paths.
Meet professionals representing a variety of industries, learn about their career journeys, explore internship and full-time opportunities, and gain insights into the skills and experiences that lead to success in the field.
Whether you are just beginning to explore career options or actively searching for your next opportunity, this event is a great way to build your professional network and learn from experienced practitioners.
Agenda:
4:45 PM – Student Check-in
5:00 PM – Industry Roundtables
Students will rotate through a series of small-group conversations with industry representatives. Each session provides an opportunity to ask questions about career paths, day-to-day work, company culture, internships, and professional advice.
6:30 PM – Networking Mixer
Reconnect with representatives, continue conversations, and expand your professional network during an informal networking reception.
7:00 PM – Event Concludes
This event is open to undergraduate and MS students in the McCormick School of Engineering. Registration through McCormickConnect is encouraged.
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in with your Wildcard. The program will begin promptly at 5:00 PM.
Participating companies will be announced soon.
Engineering Career Development Staff
(847) 491-3366
Email