Professional Development Resources

Recruiting Timelines

Ever get caught up in the idea that there is only one right path after college? Here are examples of Penn alumni and the various career and education paths they took after graduation!

  • Penn Engineering School

    Includes information on every Penn Engineering department, research opportunities, what Penn community is like, and a brief calendar of upcoming events! Click here to see!

  • Penn Engineering Alumni Society (EAS)

    Organizes alumni networking events in major cities such as Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. Hosts engineering alumni on campus during Alumni Weekend and Homecoming. Provides opportunities for alumni to engage and mentor undergraduate engineering students. Click here to see!

  • Penn Career Services

    Information provided on career fairs, professional advising, and jobs & internship opportunities. Be sure to review the Learn How To drop down to engage with tutorials on how to network, interview, apply to graduate school, etc. Click here to see!

  • Center for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships (CURF)

    Everything you need to know about undergraduate research! Make sure to check out the research directory if you want to work under a professor. Click here to see!

  • American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)

    For Chemical and Biomolecular Engineers (CBE), visit to review the benefits of student membership. Upcoming conferences and events are provided. Click here to see!

  • The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

    Visit to review the benefits of student membership. Click here to see!

  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    IEEE membership offers access to technical innovation, cutting-edge information, networking opportunities, and exclusive member benefits. Members support IEEE's mission to advance technology for humanity and the profession, while memberships build a platform to introduce careers in technology to students around the world. Click here to see!

  • Penn University Life

    Visit for resources for campus engagement and resources for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, as well as care & support. Click here to see!