TechConnect, hosted each year by Duke's Career Center, the Pratt School of Engineering and the Department of Computer Science, brings engineering and computer science students together with employers from these industry sectors.

Each year, a panel of employers is selected to provide advice to students seeking internships and full-time jobs. Through this panel presentation, students get a good understanding of the characteristics employers seek as well as a realistic view of the job market for students interested in engineering and technical careers. Much of the advice our panelists will provide is very relevant for students in their first and second year of college.

The panel discussion is followed by a vibrant networking event. Students from all classes are welcome to visit with employer representatives, many of whom are Duke alumni. this venues provides a less formal environment than the traditional Career Fair, which takes place earlier in the day at the Bryan Center. We are introducing a slightly new format that will make it even eaiser for students and employers to connect by providing company specific "chat" areas.

Here is a list of all the companies attending Techconnect 2008 on September 16th: