Talent Engagement & Recruitment

Looking To Recruit?

Is your organization looking to meet and recruit Masters, PhD, and Postdocs from UChicago PME? We offer a variety of free ways to engage with our talent.

Interested to learn more? Reach out to Xiao Yun Sim, Assistant Director of Employer Engagement. 

Hire UChicago PME  

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (UChicago PME) actively supports employers in their engagement with our undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers. UChicago PME graduate students and postdoctoral researchers receive advanced training in a cutting-edge research environment and develop professional competencies as an integrated part of their overall education and training. The UChicago PME’s focus on both interdisciplinary and excellent communication skills makes our students and postdoctoral researchers unique and well-prepared to make an impact across a variety of career paths.

Our goal is to provide both trainees and employers a mutually beneficial means of connecting in the world beyond the classroom and research laboratory. We develop custom recruiting plans tailored to company-specific needs, connecting talent with companies and organizations in a variety of ways.

We encourage you to learn more about how the research, people, and facilities at the UChicago PME can help your company advance and innovate.

Personalized Recruitment Strategy

Our employer engagement team will meet with you to discuss your recruitment needs, and develop a plan that meets those needs and your budget. In the call, we can discuss:

  • Efficient ways to source interns and full-time hires from UChicago PME
  • Best practices for engaging with undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers during the recruitment process
  • Targeted resume books to meet your criteria and hiring needs

Reach out Xiao Yun Sim, Assistant Director of Employer Engagement today!

Ways to Recruit

See below for a list of ways to recruit from the UChicago PME! Looking for something different? Reach out to receive personalized support from our employer engagement team for your recruitment needs.

Information Sessions and Company Presentations

Host information sessions to showcase your organization’s mission, culture, projects, benefits of joining your team, and available opportunities.

Coffee Chats

Make connections with undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers in one-on-one or small group settings.

Interviews (On-campus/Virtual)

Coordinate in-person or virtual interviews with the support of our team.

Career Fairs and Recruitment Events

Facilitate direct interactions between your organization’s representatives and our trainees at an in-person, virtual, or hybrid recruitment event.

Company Days

Organizations are welcome to table in the William Eckhardt Research Center Atrium, host poster sessions, and join other recruitment activities on-campus.

Access to Job Boards

Post internship, part-time, and full-time positions for no cost through our recruiting platform. Log in or create your employer account here.

Expand Your Brand Awareness

Stand out and bring top talent to your team. Explore other forms of partnership with UChicago PME.

Company Site Visits

Host a group of 10-15 students and postdoctoral researchers at your office and showcase your organization through small group discussions and networking.

Career Panels & Skills-Building Workshops

Present on an industry-related topic or participate in resume reviews, mock interviews, and/or career development workshops. These allow you to promote your brand and expand your network while supporting professional growth of students and postdocs.

Alumni Engagement

Engaging UChicago PME alumni who are already working in your company to participate in mentorship programs or networking events – this can further strengthen the relationship between your organization and the institution.

Interested in forming industry-university partnerships, or presenting as part of the UChicago PME industry seminar series? Reach out to Xiao Yun Sim, Assistant Director of Employer Engagement.