Join us for the annual Spring Engineering Fair, March 4 - 5, 2010!
Welcome to our Spring 2010 Engineering Fair. After 14 years, our event has been improved each year based on your feedback. We remain one of the few Engineering-only Co-op and Intern fairs in the country, so thanks for your support.
Please save this information for future reference and consider the following items:
Company Website: Make sure we have the best site for students to view, as most students research the company at the website.
Advertising: Your attendance will be noted in our computer system, campus paper, varied class presentations, bulletin boards, and fliers throughout the College of Engineering beginning in January.
Accommodations:
Hilton Hotel Knoxville www.hilton.com (865) 523-2300 or 1-800-HILTONS
Marriott Hotels & Resorts www.marriott.com (865) 637-1234 or 1-800-228-9290
Crowne Plaza www.crowneplaza.com/knoxville (865) 522-2600
Four Points by Sheraton - Cumberland House Hotel www.cumberlandhousehotel.com (865) 971-4663 (Closest to campus)
Hampton Inn & Suites-Downtown www.hamptondowntownknoxville.com (865) 522-5400
Directions: The campus and the city are growing, which means construction. We encourage you to allow a little extra time for travel, because routes may open and close based on progress. If you are not familiar with Knoxville, please call us for assistance, otherwise, consider the following:
From the east going westbound on I-40 toward downtown, motorist can take Hall of Fame Drive (exit 389) and turn left towards downtown, go to Summit Hill and turn right, go to Henley and turn left, go to Cumberland Ave. and turn right, then turn left on Phillip Fulmer Way. University Center parking is on the right.
From the west going eastbound on I-40 toward downtown, motorist can take Henley Street (exit 388), go through the light until you reach Cumberland Ave, turn right and then turn left on Phillip Fulmer Way University Center parking is on the right
From the north going southbound on I-275 toward downtown, follow the signs to Western Ave. Once you get to the traffic light (Western & 11th Street), go straight across onto 11th Street. Go to the bottom of the hill to Cumberland Ave. and turn right. Go to Phillip Fulmer Way and turn left. University Center parking is on the right.
The address for the University Center is:
1502 W. Cumberland Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37996-4800
Campus Parking: The University Center Parking Garage is located adjacent to the University Center and accessible only by taking Phillip Fulmer Way. The garage entrance is located at the corner of the building. Look for the cashier’s booth at the entrance. If you get to the intersection (Andy Holt Ave. & Middle Way Drive), you have gone too far. Make a right on Andy Holt Ave. and circle the block. Student volunteers will be on hand to help with unloading your materials. Remember to bring your ticket for validation.
Check-in and Setup: Employer check-in starts at 1:00 p. m. Student volunteers will be on hand to assist you at the garage as well as in the ballroom.
Booth Layout: Upon arrival, you will check-in and be escorted to your booth area, which includes a 6 foot table and two chairs. Power is available upon request.
Cancellations: We recognize that things happen and the Director will address your cancellation on a case by case basis.
Thursday, March 4, 2010:
1:00 - 4:00 Check-in and packet pick-up University Center Ballroom (Each representative is asked to provide a business card)
4:00 - 7:00 Fair: Open forum. You will see students interested in Co-op, Internships, and some that are undecided. We are counting on you to send a strong message to students about the value of getting work experience before graduation. Students will visit your booth looking for company information and answers to "what he/she can do in your organization as an engineer." We will be prepared to add students to your schedule.
Friday, March 5, 2010:
Our Interview Day is structured for 30 minute intervals. If you need a different schedule, please contact us as soon as possible. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Interviews are held in the East Stadium Skyboxes at Neyland Stadium. A shuttle will run from the University Center Parking Garage to the Skyboxes from 7:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
7:30 - 9:00 Employer Continental Breakfast
8:30 - 4:30 Co-op/Intern Interviews
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch, provided by Office of Professional Practice
* All Interviews should conclude by 5:00 p.m.
Registration Fee: The registration fee is $450.00 and covers two representatives, parking, and breakfast & lunch.
Shipping: Please have all advanced shipping delivered by Tuesday, March 2, 2010 to:
Office of Professional Practice
310 Perkins Hall
1506 Middle Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996-2030
Return Shipping: Materials MUST be removed from the University Center no later than 5:00 p.m. Friday, March 5, 2010.
SHIPPERS TO PICK-UP ITEMS FROM:
The University Center, Ballroom
1502 W. Cumberland Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37996-4800
Feel free to contact us by phone (865) 974-5323 or email:
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Spring 2010 Engineering Fair 