CEE Job Fair: Recruiters
A special thank you to the companies who supported and attended the 2026 CEE Spring Job Fair!
CEE FALL 2026 JOB FAIR
Tuesday, September 15 & Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Illini Union
(1401 W. Green St., Urbana)
Company registration for the CEE Fall Job Fair coming soon!
QUESTIONS
Please read all information below before sending a message to the event coordinator.
IMPORTANT DATES
April 16, 2026
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR FALL JOB FAIR
Note: Companies are encouraged to register early, as the CEE Job Fair typically reaches capacity quickly.
August 26, 2026
REGISTRATION / CANCELLATION DEADLINE
Last day to register or cancel registration for the Fall Job Fair with full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after 5 p.m. CT on this date.
September 15 & 16, 2026
FALL JOB FAIR
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Illini Union, ABC Rooms & Ballroom
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, and Services Provided
Cost: $900 per company
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.
Ship boxes and swag to:
1401 W Green St.
Urbana, IL 61801
CEE Job Fair
C/O Amy Whitaker
Interview space will be available on Wednesday, September 16 & Thursday, September 17. Please contact Amy Whitaker to reserve your interview space.
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 August 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. CT, to qualify for a full refund.
Cancellations received after August 26, 2026 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, August 26, 2026. 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.