Employer Information
Thank you for your interest in Industry in Residence. Registration for Spring 2026 is now open!
Industry is Residence is a spotlight of employers in a high traffic area of our College of Engineering buildings in both Lincoln and Omaha. Registration for fall begins in July and registration for spring begins in November. Organizations can participate up to 2 times per semester in Lincoln and 1 time per semester in Omaha. Dates are available on a first-come, first-reserved basis.
Lincoln
City Campus
Lincoln's Industry in Residence is meant for employers wishing to engage with Agricultural Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering.
Engage with the Nebraska Engineering Community
Information Booth - Create brand recognition while having an opportunity to share about your organization, industry, and open positions.
- Depending on where you are participating in Industry in Residence, your booth will be located either:
- in the Common Area of Kiewit Hall's 2nd floor (Lincoln)
- on the 1st floor Atrium of the Peter Kiewit Institute (Omaha)
- Core tabling hours are between 11:00am and 2:00pm
- Giveaways, interactive games, raffles/drawings, position descriptions, brochures, and your active engagement help attract students to your booth
Industry in Residence is marketed through:
- Digital signage throughout all College of Engineering buildings
- Engineering Career Service's events calendar
- Engineering Career Service's weekly Career Connections email sent on Fridays to all College of Engineering undergraduates
We are open to partnering with organizations to maximize your time on campus. If you are interested in doing something not listed here, please let Engineering Career Services know by emailing hireengineering@unl.edu.
Logistics
Parking (Lincoln)
- There is ONE parking spot that will be designated for Industry in Residence in the small parking lot directly to the east of Kiewit Hall. Specific instructions will be emailed to the primary attendee indicated on your registration form.
- After you park, enter Kiewit Hall and check in at the Engineering Student Services suite on the 5th floor (KH A505) to pick up your parking permit, which must be displayed in your vehicle to avoid being towed.
- Additional parking - if you need more than one parking spot, additional parties can park in any of these areas around campus at their own expense:
- Meters around campus
- 14th & Avery Garage– 111 N 14th Street
- 17th & R Garage – 300 N 17th Street
- Engineering Career Services does not validate parking. More information can be found on the Parking and Transit Services website.
Parking (Omaha)
- Industry in Residence employers are able to park in the Pacific Street Garage across the street from PKI (1110 S. 67th Street). Specific instructions on how to pay using the garage kiosk will be emailed to the primary attendee indicated on your registration form.
- When you arrive, a staff member will be waiting for you at the table in the Atrium on the 1st floor of PKI (located directly inside the main doors on the east side of the building). If a staff member is not out in the Atrium, please visit the Engineering Student Services suite (PKI 107) to check in.
Industry in Residence Schedule
January 2026 (Lincoln)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
12 No Industry in Residence | 13 No Industry in Residence | 14 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 15 Valmont Industries | 16
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19
| 20 Valmont Industries | 21 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 22 Nelnet | 23
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26 RVW, Inc. | 27 Olsson | 28 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 29 Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) | 30
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January 2026 (Omaha)
| Tuesday | Wednesday |
|---|---|
13 Valmont Industries | 14
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20
| 21 Olsson |
27 RVW, Inc. | 28
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February 2026 (Lincoln)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2 Burns & McDonnell | 3 NUCOR | 4 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 5 Lozier | 6 Whiting-Turner |
9 No Industry in Residence University Career Fairs | 10 No Industry in Residence University Career Fairs | 11 No Industry in Residence University Career Fairs | 12 No Industry in Residence University Career Fairs | 13 No Industry in Residence |
16 Gallup | 17 Willmar Electric | 18 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 19 Lincoln Industries | 20 Lincoln Electric System (LES) |
23
| 24 Kiewit | 25 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 26
| 27
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February 2026 (Omaha)
| Tuesday | Wednesday |
|---|---|
3 TSP | 4
|
10 No Industry in Residence University Career Fairs | 11 Kiewit |
17 Whiting-Turner | 18 NUCOR |
24 No Industry in Residence E-Week | 25 No Industry in Residence E-Week |
March 2026 (Lincoln)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 TSP | 4 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 5 Lincoln Industries | 6 |
| 9 | 10 | 11 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 12 Sandhills Global | 13 |
16 No Industry in Residence Spring Break | 17 No Industry in Residence Spring Break | 18 No Industry in Residence Spring Break | 19 No Industry in Residence Spring Break | 20 No Industry in Residence Spring Break |
| 23 | 24 | 25 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 26 | 27 |
| 30 | 31 |
March 2026 (Omaha)
| Tuesday | Wednesday |
|---|---|
| 3 | 4 |
| 10 | 11 LEO A DALY |
17 No Industry in Residence Spring Break | 18 No Industry in Residence Spring Break |
| 24 | 25 DBR |
31 Alvine |
April 2026 (Lincoln)
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 2 Lincoln Electric System (LES) | 3
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6
| 7
| 8 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 9
| 10 Morrissey Engineering |
| 13 | 14 | 15 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 16 | 17 |
| 20 | 21 | 22 No Industry in Residence Pizza Wednesday | 23 No Industry in Residence | 24 No Industry in Residence |
April 2026 (Omaha)
| Tuesday | Wednesday |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
| 7 | 8 |
14 Morrissey Engineering | 15
|
| 21 | 22 |
Industry in Residence - Tips for Students
Engage with Industry in Residence Daily
Employers are here to share information about their organization, answer questions, and build a relationship with you!
Ways to Engage with Industry in Residence
Stop and chat with the professionals at the information booth to learn more about their organization
Find out what positions they have available
Ask about their professional journey
Make a Positive Impression
Be approachable - smile, make eye contact, and greet them confidently
Show genuine curiosity - ask follow-up questions based on their answers
Share your own experiences, projects, or goals when relevant
Be mindful of their time - if other students are waiting, keep your questions concise and follow up later
How to Make the Most of Industry in Residence
Be Prepared
Know who is coming - check digital signage, our weekly Career Connections email, and the Engineering Career Services event calendar
Be ready to introduce yourself: name, major, year, and your career interest
While this is an informal opportunity to engage with employers, if you have time and want to stand out, do a quick Google search on the organization beforehand
Drop By, Even if You Aren't Job Searching
Get to know organizations before you apply - building relationships early can give you an edge later
Gain industry insight that can help guide your career path
Learn about organizations or roles you may not have considered
Ask Great Questions
What do you enjoy most about working for your organization?
Can you describe a recent project your team worked on?
Do you have job shadow opportunities?
Would you be willing to participate in an informational interview?
What kinds of internships or co-op opportunities do you offer?
What skills or experiences do you value most when hiring engineers?
How does your organization support early-career engineers?
What advice would you give someone preparing to enter this industry?
Follow Up
Grab a business card or ask for their LinkedIn
Send a quick thank you message
Stay connected for future opportunities