National Engineers Week

Transform Your Future: Engineers Week 2026

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In celebration of National Engineers Week, Watson College will host a variety of events Feb. 21-28, 2026.

Employer partners - interested in engaging with Watson students during Engineers Week? Contact Ashley Misuraca to coordinate a recruitment session or discuss the best options for you.

Saturday, Feb. 21

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Community Day

When: Morning session from 9:30 a.m.-noon; afternoon session from 1-3:30 p.m.
Where: Innovative Technologies Complex, Binghamton University

In celebration of National Engineers Week from Feb. 22-28, the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science will host our annual Community Day event for children and their families. These fun, hands-on STEM activities are free and open to all ages!

Capacity is limited to 200 children per session on a first-come, first-served basis. A middle school track (limit 20 students per session) will run concurrently to the other activities.

Click here for details, to see the activities planned and to register.

Sponsored by the Watson College Dean's Office and the Watson Career and Alumni Connections Office

Sunday, Feb. 22

Order of the Engineer Ceremony

When: 3-5 p.m.
Where: CIW Dining Hall
RSVP: to come

Watson College will induct graduating senior engineering majors and engineering graduate students into the Order of the Engineer.

The Order of the Engineer was initiated in the U.S. to foster a spirit of pride and responsibility in the engineering profession, to bridge the gap between training and experience, and to present to the public a visible symbol identifying the engineer. The Order is not a membership organization; there are never any meetings to attend or dues to pay.

The Engineer’s Ring is a stainless steel ring, worn on the fifth finger of the working hand by engineers who have accepted the Obligation of an Engineer in a ring ceremony. Send the ring size for the fifth finger of your working hand (that’s the pinkie finger of the hand you write with). To find your ring size, you can print the ring sizer on the Zales website at 100% or contact Jason Gilbert (gilbert@binghamton.edu) to try on sample rings.

Monday, Feb. 23

From Campus to Career: Navigating Work Visas

When: 2:30-4 p.m.
Where: Zoom
RSVP: Register here

The Watson Career and Alumni Connections (WCAC) Office is collaborating with the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Office to bring attorney Crystal Malik from the Immigration Practice Group of the McCandlish Holton law firm to speak to our students.

In this virtual session, Malik will explain the most common work visa options for international students to stay and work in the U.S. after graduation, including F-1 Optional Practical Training, the H1B visa and alternatives to the H1B for those who qualify. She will address issues regarding permanent resident green cards, discuss new governmental policies impacting international students and answer individual attendees' questions.

McCandlish Holton works with companies and universities all over the U.S., processing thousands of work visas and green card applications each year. They also work with university career services offices, providing career services professionals and international students with helpful information and materials regarding the U.S. immigration process.

Following the session, the WCAC office will provide supplemental materials and resources to assist attendees with their job search.

Tuesday, Feb. 24

Clean Energy Careers & Internships Lunch and Learn Event with NeST

When: 12-1 p.m.
Where: UU-133A
RSVP: Register here

The Network for a Sustainable Tomorrow (NeST) is a dynamic nonprofit organization with programs dedicated to advancing social, environmental and economic justice. Join us to learn how NeST fuels bold ideas through collaboration, hands-on learning, and community action while building a stronger and more sustainable future for all.

Attendees will receive:

Advice on how to prepare now for a career in sustainability
Clear guidance on how to find open clean energy job postings, ranging from economic analysts to electrical engineers
Information on summer internship & career opportunities at NeST
Insight from a clean energy employer about what makes candidates stand out

Join us for free pizza and inside insight into clean energy career opportunities from NeST! All majors and class years are welcome.

Capgemini Virtual Information Session

When: 2-3 p.m.
Where: Zoom
RSVP: Register here

Join Capgemini for an engaging information session to explore internship and full-time opportunities across engineering, computer science and technology consulting.

Learn about the company’s innovative work, hear directly from industry professionals and get insight into what Capgemini looks for in top candidates.

Whether you're interested in software engineering, data, systems or consulting pathways, this session will help you understand how to launch your career with a global leader.

Wednesday, Feb. 25

WCAC Weekly Leetcode Session

When: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Where: EB T-1
RSVP: Register here or just show up

This week’s LeetCode sessions will focus on linked lists, a foundational topic commonly asked in technical interviews. Students will review key concepts such as traversal, insertion, deletion and common patterns used to solve linked list problems. The session includes guided problem-solving, discussion of interview strategies and time to practice together. Open to all coding levels, whether you’re new to linked lists or looking to strengthen your skills.

Alumni & Friends Reception

When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Innovative Technologies Complex Rotunda
RSVP: Registration opens in January

The Alumni & Friends Reception will begin in Symposium Hall with a keynote speaker. Following these updates, we will gather in the Rotunda for hors d'oeuvres, networking and an opportunity to connect with our Watson community — including faculty, staff, friends, alumni and, most importantly, our students!

Participants will have the chance to tour the Acoustic Core’s anechoic chamber, watch a live demonstration by the Binghamton Rover Team, test-drive the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) racing simulator and explore AeroBing’s competition rocket. Register by Wednesday, Feb. 18.

Thursday, Feb. 26

NeST Tabling

When: 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Where: Outside Watson Commons

The Network for a Sustainable Tomorrow (NeST) is a dynamic nonprofit organization with programs dedicated to advancing social, environmental and economic justice. Stop by to learn how NeST fuels bold ideas through collaboration, hands-on learning and community action while building a stronger and more sustainable future for all. No registration required!

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Partnerships (E&IP) Office Hours

When: 12:30-4 p.m.
Where: Outside the WCAC Office (Engineering Building L-Pod)
RSVP: Register here or just stop by

Meet Epiphany Munoz, program manager for New Energy New York (NENY) Student Engagement in the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Partnerships at Binghamton University!

Epiphany works with students interested in entrepreneurship, innovation and startup experiences, supporting them as they explore career pathways, gain hands-on experience and connect with emerging companies.

Interested in internship opportunities or working with a startup? Stop by to learn more about:

HATCH Internship Program: For-credit with stipend included, hands-on internships with innovative companies
NENY Student Startup Experience (NENY SSE): Paid experiential learning with clean-tech and energy-focused startups
Potential internship openings at the Koffman Incubator for summer 2026

Domestic and international students are welcome to apply to these opportunities applicable to all Watson majors.

Engineers Week Dinner - Broome Area Chapter of the New York State Society of Professional Engineers (NYSSPE)

When: Cash bar and poster presentations from 5:30-6:30 p.m.; dinner from 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Engineer & Young Engineer of the Year Awards scholarships and speaker at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Arena, Binghamton
RSVP: to come

The Broome Area Chapter of the New York State Society of Professional Engineers extends an invitation to the 2026 Engineers Week Dinner.

At the banquet, organizers would love for individual students or groups of Watson students (i.e. capstone group, student organizations, research group, etc.) to showcase their work. This would be a great networking opportunity to interact with local industry professionals. If interested, email Frank Roma (from the NYSSPE organization) at froma@aol.com.