CEE Job Fair: Recruiters
A special thank you to the companies who supported and attended the 2026 CEE Fall Job Fair! Mark your calendar for the next Spring Job Fair on February 17, 2027.
CEE Spring 2027 JOB FAIR
Wednesday, February 17, 2027
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Illini Union
(1401 W. Green St., Urbana)
IMPORTANT DATES
October 14, 2026
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR SPRING JOB FAIR AT 1 p.m. CT
Note: Companies are encouraged to register early, as the CEE Job Fair typically reaches capacity quickly.
January 27, 2027
REGISTRATION / CANCELLATION DEADLINE
Last day to register or cancel registration for the Spring Job Fair with full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after 12:00 p.m. CT on this date.
February 17, 2027
SPRING JOB FAIR
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Illini Union, ABC Rooms
GENERAL INFORMATION
There is no limit on the number of recruiters you may have at your table, and no other restrictions are in place. (Updated 9/8/22)
- For more information regarding the University of Illinois response to COVID, please visit https://covid19.illinois.edu/on-campus/visitors/
Cost, Equipment, Services, & Event Details
Cost: $900 per company. This fee includes all representatives from your organization. There is no charge for additional recruiters.
Payment: Credit card payment is preferred. Companies selecting "Check" as the payment method will receive an invoice after completing registration.
Booth Setup: Each company will receive a 6-ft table and two chairs. Electricity and Wi-Fi are provided.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch included in registration fee.
Parking: Free parking is available in Lot B22, located nearby. Shuttle service provided to and from Illini Union.
Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - Recruiter Check-In
9:30 a.m. - Breakfast Available
11:00 a.m. - Job Fair Opens to Students
12:00 p.m. - Lunch Available
4:00 p.m. - Job Fair Concludes
Ship boxes and swag to arrive no earlier than February 8, 2027:
CEE Job Fair
C/O Amy Whitaker
1401 W Green St.
Urbana, IL 61801
Return Shipping after the Job Fair
- Pack your display materials.
- Securely attach a prepaid shipping label to your package.
- Leave them at the 1st-floor check-in table by 5:00 p.m.
Interview space will be available on Thursday, February 18, 2027. Please contact Amy Whitaker to reserve your interview space. Engineering Career Services will confirm your interview space and provide logistical details approximately one week before the scheduled on-campus interview.
Company Descriptions and Job Announcements
Upload a brief company description when submitting your registration. Company names and descriptions will be provided to students before the job fair.
Employers who wish to share job openings before the fair should post them on Handshake, our online job board. Individual job listings will not be sent directly to students.
For questions about posting positions on Handshake, contact Engineering Career Services at 217-333-1960.
Important: Posting jobs on Handshake does not register your company for the job fair. To participate, you must complete the CEE Job Fair registration form.
Written notice of cancellation or reduction in registered representatives must be submitted in writing by email to Amy Whitaker before January 27, 2027 at 12:00 p.m. CT, to qualify for a full refund.
Cancellations received after January 27, 2027 will not receive a refund nor will credit be assigned for transfer of registration fees for future events.
No refunds will be issued for cancellations caused by inclement weather, natural events, or other circumstances beyond our control.
Credit card payments are preferred. After you complete your registration, you will be directed to the secure payment portal.
Check payments are due by Wednesday, January 27, 2027. Please make checks payable to University of Illinois.
Mail all checks to the address below. Be sure to include the room number to ensure proper delivery.
CEE Job Fair
C/O Amy Whitaker
Room 1210 Newmark Lab
205 N. Mathews Ave.
Urbana, IL 61801
Guidelines for Employment Offers and Acceptances
To facilitate opportunities and partnerships between students and employers, the University of Illinois Career Services Community has established policies that provide a consistent operational position on recruiting that adheres to the standards of the university and our profession. Please review our University guidelines for recruiting. Additional questions can be directed to Engineering Career Services at 217-333-1690.
Recruiting practices and employment professionals must comply with the US Department of Labor Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action principles.
Please review the university principles here.
Alumni Relations Contact
Amy Whitaker
Assistant Director of Alumni & Career Services
1210 Newmark Civil Engineering Lab
205 N. Mathews Ave., Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 300-2341
amwhit@illinois.edu
Partner with CEE
Companies in the Industry Partners Program benefit from increased access to students, staff, faculty, and have increased visibility on campus, including space at the CEE Job fair.