National Engineers Week

In celebration of National Engineers Week, Watson College will host a variety of events Feb. 16-22, 2025! Check back for more details as the schedule develops.

Saturday, Feb. 15 - Sunday, Feb. 16

Hackathon

When: 12 p.m. Saturday to 12 p.m. Sunday
Where: Innovative Technologies Complex
RSVP: Registration info to come

The Hackathon, hosted by HackBU, is a 24-hour event where teams of 1-4 students build innovative projects from the ground up. The event starts on Saturday and extends into Sunday with students having uninterrupted “hacking” time followed by project judging. Students come from many different majors (most commonly computer science, engineering and business administration) and with different skill levels.

HackBU is seeking alumni volunteers to serve as mentors for these cross-disciplinary projects! Student registration is forthcoming. Questions? Email hello@hackbu.org.

Tuesday, Feb. 18

Tata Consultancy - Virtual Info Session

When: 10-11 a.m.
Where: Zoom
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Ready to explore the future of technology? Join us for an exciting virtual information session with Tata's campus recruiter, Neeta Shenoy! She'll dive into the innovative projects we're working on and show how we're shaping the future with cutting-edge technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about our mission, culture and how we're empowering businesses globally.

Lockheed Martin: Careers, Internships & Insights with Engineers

When: 2-3:30 p.m.
Where: UU 111
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Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and advanced technologies. The company specializes in designing, developing and manufacturing cutting-edge solutions, including aircraft, spacecraft, missile systems and cyber technology. Lockheed has two sites near ��Ƶ, in Owego and the Syracuse area. Stop by and meet Watson alumni and current engineers, and learn about internship, job and leadership development opportunities.

WCAC Leetcode Prep Session

When: 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays every week
Where: EB T-1
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Are you looking to improve your technical interview skills? WCAC Student Assistants are hosting new weekly LeetCode workshops! This is an excellent opportunity to elevate your coding skills, ask questions and practice on a regular basis. All levels of coding expertise are welcome.

Pepsico FritoLay Table Talk

When: 3-5 p.m.
Where: Watson Commons, Engineering Building
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FritoLay, a subsidiary of PepsiCo, is the world leader in the salty snack category, producing many large and iconic brands such as Lays, Doritos, Tostitos, Fritos and Cheetos. One of those production facilities is in the Binghamton area! Stop by to meet with local representatives to learn more about the company and exciting career opportunities. They have internship opportunities to lead teams in the production of our product and drive initiatives across our supply chain, as well as full-time roles.

Alumni & Friends Reception

When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Engineering and Science Building (Innovative Technologies Complex)
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Join us for our annual Alumni and Friends reception in the Innovative Technologies Complex at ��Ƶ!

The evening will begin in Symposium Hall with updates on recent developments at Watson College and ��Ƶ from our new dean, Atul Kelkar, and President Harvey Stenger.

The keynote speaker for the evening will be Ehtisham Siddiqui, vice president and general manager of BAE Systems’ Controls & Avionics Solutions business area, a trans-Atlantic operation generating over $1 billion a year providing controls and avionics for aircraft engines, air transport, military aircraft, helicopter, regional and business aircraft applications.

Prior to BAE, he worked at GE and Lockheed Martin Corp. A native of Karachi, Pakistan, Siddiqui graduated from the University of Karachi and earned master’s and doctorate degrees from Syracuse University. He is a registered professional engineer, has authored eight technical papers, and holds a patent for high-speed rotating machinery.

Following these remarks, 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 of the 2024 Rover by the Binghamton Rover Team, test drive the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) racing simulator and explore AeroBing’s competition rocket.

Wednesday, Feb. 19

Corning Museum of Glass Internship Information Session

When: 10-11 a.m.
Where: Online
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Join a virtual session to learn about the opportunities offered by The Corning Museum of Glass Internship Program! Gain insight into how this program provides hands-on experience in equipment troubleshooting and diagnostics, administrative safety work, preventative maintenance systems and documentation, and drawing management and creation for the campus.

Hear from Matt Gontarz (senior manager of facility operations and maintenance) and Jessica Trump (manager of volunteers, internships and learning) as they share insights into the day-to-day, hands-on experiences available to interns. The application deadline is March 1.

Pathways in Tech: IBM Tabling Event

When: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Outside of the Watson Commons at EB
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Meet with campus ambassadors and Watson alumnus Roman Raguso from IBM. IBM is a leading provider of hardware, software and computer services. Learn about developments in tech, opportunities at IBM and transitioning from college to the industry.

Donut Stress: Ace Your Next Interview (Professional Interviewing 101)

When: 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: UU 111
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Have the perfect resume but need some tips for upcoming interviews? Join the WCAC professional staff team for a professional interviewing talk, where you will walk away with knowledge of what to expect from a professional interview, “ideal” responses to common questions, strategies for answering behavioral questions and various “red flags” to avoid. Learn how and what to prepare so that you can land an offer from your next interview! Plus, free doughnuts!

Questions? Contact Kim Eiche, director of the WCAC Office, at keiche@binghamton.edu.

Note: The same session will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in a virtual format. .

Order of the Engineer Ceremony

When: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: Science 1, Room 149
RSVP: Register by Wednesday, Jan. 29

Watson College would like to invite any graduating senior engineering majors and engineering graduate students at Watson to be inducted 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% (https://www.zales.com/ring-sizer) or contact Jason Gilbert (gilbert@binghamton.edu) to try on sample rings.

Thursday, Feb. 20

TTM Technologies Table Talk

When: Time TBD
Where: Outside Watson Commons, Engineering Building
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Meet with industry professionals from TTM Technologies, a leading global manufacturer of printed circuit boards and RF components. Learn about the company, its cutting-edge innovations and the various career opportunities available. Don’t miss this chance to network with company representatives and discover how you can become part of their dynamic team!

Koffman Incubator Office Hours: Internships and Student Entrepreneurs

When: 12:30-4 p.m.
Where: Outside of the Watson Career and Alumni Connections Office (Engineering Building L-Pod)
RSVP: (walk-ups welcome)

Meet Epiphany Munoz, the New Energy New York Innovation Program coordinator for the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Partnerships at ��Ƶ. Epiphany helps budding entrepreneurs navigate the ins and outs of starting their own business and provides mentorship and tools to help startups succeed.

Or, interested in interning for a startup? Stop by her office hours for additional information about:

EXCEED Internship Program (for-credit internships for undergraduates)
EXCEED Inclusive Innovation (paid internships for undergraduates to do STEM research with a faculty member)
Student Startup Experience (paid experiential learning with clean-tech startup companies for fall)
Potential internship openings at the Koffman Incubator this summer

WCAC Leetcode Prep Session

When: 3-4 p.m. Thursdays weekly
Where: EB T-1
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Are you looking to improve your technical interview skills? WCAC Student Assistants are hosting new weekly LeetCode workshops. This is an excellent opportunity to elevate your coding skills, ask questions and practice on a regular basis. All levels of coding expertise are welcome.

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

When: 5:30-9 p.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Arena in Binghamton
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The Broome Area Chapter of the New York State Society of Professional Engineers extends an invitation to the 2025 Engineers Week Dinner.

The speaker for the event will be Gerald R. Smith, executive director of the Tioga County Historical Society. The topic is “Now He Belongs to the Ages: The Lincoln Portrait, Mathew Brady, Benjamin Loring, the Civil War and Tioga County.” This presentation will discuss the upcoming exhibit about how a 1861 portrait of Lincoln was painted in Brady’s studio and how it came to Owego, along with Brady's images and his daybook, and the uniform of a naval officer in Ford’s Theatre who helped to carry Lincoln across the street to the Petersen House in 1865.

5:30-6:30 p.m.: Cash bar and poster presentations
6:30-7:30 p.m.: Dinner
7:30 p.m.: Engineer and Young Engineer of the Year Awards, scholarships and speaker

The Watson Dean's Office graciously has agreed to cover the cost of the dinner for those who wish to attend. If you'd like to take advantage, please RSVP (with all three people in the same email) to Amanda McAvoy (amcavoy@binghamton.edu), Sallie Valentine (svalentine@delta-eas.com) and Wonjune Hong (wonjune.hong@lmco.com) by Thursday, Feb. 13, with your dinner entree choice. All RSVPs must attend as this is an invitation-only event.

Speaker and CEO Nicole Armstrong ‘91: The First Black Student to Graduate from Watson

When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: Mandela Room, The Union
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Join us as we welcome Nicole Armstrong, the first Black graduate of the engineering program at ��Ƶ.

This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant milestone in the field of engineering, reflecting perseverance, excellence and the breaking of barriers.

Nicole will share their remarkable journey, from overcoming challenges to navigating a predominantly white institution, and how they have shaped their career and contributions to the field of engineering. Hear firsthand from a trailblazer who continues to inspire future generations in engineering and beyond.

Refreshments will be served.

Hosted by the Watson Office of Academic Diversity and Inclusive Excellence, Division of DEI, Upward Bound, the Alumni Association and National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE).

Friday, Feb. 21

��Ƶ Physical Facilities Table Talk

When: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: Outside of the Watson Career and Alumni Connections Office (Engineering Building L-Pod)
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Stop by Watson Career and Alumni Connections (WCAC) Office to learn more about the mechanical engineering internships available for this summer! Hear from Josh Marris (current intern), Jennifer Bourassa (Long-Term Planning) and Alison Kran (design engineer).

Saturday, Feb. 22

Community Day

When: Morning session from 9:30 a.m.-noon; afternoon session from 1-3:30 p.m.
Where: Innovative Technologies Complex, ��Ƶ
RSVP: Learn more and register here

Our annual free Community Day event for children and their families sponsored by Watson College Dean's Office and Watson Career and Alumni Connections features fun, hands-on STEM activities for all ages!

Capacity is limited to 200 children per session on a first-come, first-served basis. A high school track (limit 20 students per session) also has been added.