Recruiting Information for National and Research Labs

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Recruiting Information for National and Research Labs

RIT offers a variety of options for National Labs and federally-funded Research Centers from all research areas and sponsoring agencies to connect with and recruit students.

Students can connect with employer partners to gather information on their laboratories and explore co-op, internship, research, and full-time opportunities.

Career Events and Recruiting Options Fall 2024

Colleges of Science and Health Sciences and Technology Networking Reception
Tuesday, September 24, from 4-6 p.m.

Fall University-Wide Career Fair
Wednesday, September 25, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

One-On-One Networking
Connect individually with talented students from RIT’s colleges of science, engineering, and computing

Information Sessions
Promote your organization and share your exciting co-op, internship, and full-time opportunities

Career Connect
Post co-op, internship, research, or full-time jobs in our preferred career platform Career Connect, powered by Symplicity

National & Research Labs Resume Book
Access resumes of students interested in opportunities with research labs and organizations, available upon request

For more information, or to set up any of the above options, please contact Korinne Shaver at kssoce@rit.edu or 585-475-7823.

Student Information

Challenging work | Collaborate with nation's top engineers and scientists | Solve nation's top problems

For over 80 years, National Laboratories have been on the leading edge of American technology and innovation, seeking solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in energy, science, national security, and environmental stewardship. It is often said that the Laboratories exist to tackle particularly difficult problems that fall beyond the capabilities of private industry or individual universities. Each Laboratory contributes specific core competencies, unique facilities, and research teams representing an array of disciplines to push the boundaries of science, engineering, and technology.

The National Laboratories are a diverse and inclusive career destination for the next generation of scientists and engineers aspiring to make an impact through their research.  As a National Laboratory employee, you will work with leaders in their fields who share diverse backgrounds and perspectives. You will use cutting-edge equipment at facilities that can be found nowhere else in the world. Most importantly, you will join generations whose work has improved lives through scientific research and discovery. 

Find out what it’s like to work at a national lab! RIT alumni shared their experiences and advice for students. Click here to view the recording from the fall 2022 virtual Alumni Employer Panel. 

Opt in to the National & Research Lab Resume Book in RIT Career Connect. Resumes are sent to our partner labs upon request. 

Unless otherwise noted, students are responsible for requesting interpreting services. To submit requests go to https://myaccess.rit.edu.

Employer Information

Did you know?

  • RIT is the third producer of undergraduate STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) degrees among private universities in the nation. 
  • RIT has award-winning programs in a host of uncommon disciplines: sustainability, medical illustration, microelectronic engineering, packaging science, museum studies, American Sign Language/English interpretation, and diagnostic medical sonography.
  • RIT has unique doctoral programs: RIT’s eight Ph.D. programs include astrophysics, color science, computing and information sciences, engineering, imaging science, mathematical modeling, microsystems engineering, and sustainability.

To learn more about our career events and recruiting options, please contact Korinne Shaver at kssoce@rit.edu or 585-475-7823.

Alumni Information

Did you know RIT alumni have full access to Career Services events and Career Connect? Whether you graduated four months or five years ago, employers are excited to meet RIT Tigers from all years of experience. Log in to Career Connect to get started. If you're having issues logging in, visit our Career Connect page for more information.

Contact Us

Questions?
Feel free to reach out to our office by email.

Korinne Shaver

kssoce@rit.edu