Job Shadow Program

Featuring more than 74 employer shadow events that will help students gain insight into engineering careers and network with employers.

Hosted by Engineering Career Services, the Job Shadow Program is a one-day opportunity for Ohio State engineering students to spend time at an employer’s site, observe engineers and learn more about professional roles related to their major. This experience takes place at various company locations throughout Ohio during Ohio State's Spring Break week. Since Job Shadow events are only one day--you may sign up for more than one!

Important Dates:

• Job Shadow days: Monday, March 16—Friday, March 20, 2015
   
• Student sign-ups: Thursday, January 29—Thursday, February 12. Visit ECS between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to secure job shadow opportunities.  

Participation requirements:

• Engineering students registered with ECS
• Be available during business hours, March 16-20, 2015
• Responsible for transportation to employer site
• Freshman Engineering Honors (FEH) and Choose Ohio First for Engineering Entrepreneurship (COFFEE) Scholars are also eligible

Why you should participate:

• Network with companies and engineers from Ohio State's top employers
• Gain insight to possible engineering careers related to your major
• Learn about a "day in the life" of an engineer
• Experience professional workplace and company culture
• Spark interest in areas of study or industry

Visit the ECS website for sign-up instructions and a list of participating employers. Learn more via the program overview and 2014 event recap.