Industrial Research Office

With almost $105 million in industry-sponsored research in FY 2008, Penn State ranks third nationally in this category among universities. With more than 2,500 science and technology-based researchers at Penn State, the Industrial Research Office is available to help companies identify faculty members with the expertise to meet their research needs. Go to Industrial Research Office for more information.

Classroom Involvement

Employers can work closely with Penn State Students at all levels, providing challenging problems for hands-on solutions or through classroom presentations. They can also help pave the pathways to engineering through participation in summer camp activities for underrepresented students. Go to Industry-Sponsored Projects for more information.

Continuing Education

Every year, the College supports the delivery of hundreds of programs to thousands of learners throughout Pennsylvania and the United States. Programs are delivered at University Park, at Penn State campuses throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to work sites, and, in the case of distance education courses, to people's homes and offices. Go to Continuing and Distance Education for more information.

Recruiting & Diversity

The Penn State College of Engineering produces some of the best engineering graduates in the world. Several units specialize in helping prospective employers develop recruiting relationships with our undergraduate and graduate students, for both full-time positions and co-op/internship opportunities. Employers can work with engineering departments, programs, and student organizations throughout the College to identify and network with a diverse group of students early and often. Go to our Recruiting and Diversity page for more information about how to identify high-quality students for short- and long-term employment.

Giving Opportunities

Many companies donate equipment, software, money, and expertise to the College of Engineering. To learn more, go to Giving Opportunities in the College of Engineering.