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On Campus Resources

Hunting for an internship or job but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. This is your one-stop shop for all things related to career fairs, campus resources, and landing that perfect opportunity. Get ready to launch your career!

Frequently Asked Questions

Never fear! There are two groups on campus that can help you land the job of your dreams! The first is the Career Center and the second is Pathways to Careers.

The 91±¬ÁĎ Career Center offers a wide range of services to help you – from your first year through graduation. They can assist with everything from writing a great resume and LinkedIn profile to preparing for interviews and connecting your major with your career. The Career Center also hosts major career fairs and other events to connect you with employers. They can even help explore your career options, plan and apply for graduate and professional school.

 is a hub that helps students find and prepare for internships. Its goal is to make internships more accessible and effective by offering training, mentorship, and support to connect students with valuable work experiences.
For internships or jobs related to the , email Kyle Rooney at kyle.rooney@maine.edu. You can also complete . 
For forestry related internships and jobs, please contact Eric McPherson at eric.mcpherson@maine.edu
For all other sectors, contact Beth Campbell at beth.campbell@maine.edu.

CareerLink is your go-to spot at the 91±¬ÁĎ for finding jobs and internships. It’s where you can easily connect with employers, sign up for on-campus interviews, and access all the career tools you’ll need. Don’t forget to !

Think of a research center or institute as a hub for collaboration and innovation. It’s a place where faculty, staff, and students from different departments team up to work on big, interdisciplinary challenges that are often too complex for a single department to solve alone. These centers are where some of the university’s most cutting-edge research happens.

A great first step is to see if a professor from your department is affiliated with a center. Check the “people” or “team” sections on each center’s website. If you find a faculty member, don’t hesitate to reach out to them directly to learn more about their work and ask about opportunities for students.

These are the research centers on campus. You might be surprised that each one connects to engineering and computing in some way!

Coordinated Operating Research Entities (CORE)

CORE is your partner in research, learning, and development and serves as 91±¬ÁĎ’s central repository for major research equipment and facilities. CORE’s equipment and facilities are managed by staff with academic and industry expertise who can provide hands-on training or help develop project-based solutions. CORE operates on a fee-for-service basis with reduced rates for university community members. The CORE Voucher provides additional support for students using CORE facilities and resources. 

MCEC student interning in the CORE lab
MCEC students interning at the SPIRE office

Office of Strategic Partnerships, Innovation, Resources, and Engagement (SPIRE)

SPIRE, or the Office of Strategic Partnerships, Innovation, Resources, and Engagement, drives innovation to grow Maine’s economy. SPIRE helps Maine companies access university expertise and facilities, and assists students and faculty in bringing their innovative ideas to market.

VEMI Lab

The VEMI Lab is a place where students get hands-on experience developing technology that’s designed for everyone. They are an interdisciplinary group of humans – students come from a variety of educational backgrounds, and they are willing to teach if you are willing to learn! 
VEMI is all about a “People First” philosophy, which means their projects are focused on solving real-world problems. You can even get to work on your own projects, write papers, and present at conferences! 

MCEC student interning at the VEMI lab, doing virtual reality