Viterbi Career & Internship Expo

February 12th, 2025

The USC Viterbi Career & Internship Expo is the largest engineering-only recruiting event at USC, covering all departments within the Viterbi School of Engineering.

Attend the on-campus Engineering Career & Internship Fair. In addition to the Career Fair, employers have the option to host additional engineering-only activities during Career Expo week. Host an Expo activity (Info Session, Panel, Coffee Chats, Product Demo, etc.) to highlight your organization and position openings on February 10th and February 11th, and host on-campus interviews after the Career Fair! *Added activities are optional*

Click the "Learn More" button to visit the activity page and read details and logistics.

Trojan Talks
(Info Sessions)

Monday & Tuesday

On-Campus & Zoom

Highlight Your Organization

Select times throughout the day.
Targeted outreach and marketing.
Students RSVP to attend.

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Product Demos

Monday & Tuesday

On-Campus

Highlight Your Organization

Select times throughout the day.
Targeted outreach and marketing.
Students RSVP to attend.

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Student Organization Mixer

Tuesday, 5-7 pm

On-Campus

Meet Student Organizations

Hosted evening before Career Fair.
Student orgs invited.
Students RSVP to attend.

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Career & Internship Fair

Wednesday

On-Campus

Recruit On-campus!

Recruit on-campus with your own booth. Bring up to 10 representatives and meet students outdoors at USC.

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Interviews

Thursday

On-Campus

Interview Candidates

Select Viterbi candidates to interview. Reserve space virtually or on-campus.

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Recruitment Guidelines

Every Career Fair registration includes:

Entry for up to 10 representatives
Parking for up to 3 vehicles
Hot breakfast with Coffee
Free boxed lunch
Your own employer booth with 6-foot table and sun umbrella
Signage with your recruited majors and degree levels for students

*Please note that there is no access to power strips during this event. The Career Fair takes place outdoors, rain or shine.

In addition to the Career Fair, employers have the option to add-on any of the below activities:

Trojan Talk - Monday, February 10th + Tuesday, February 11th
Product Demo - Monday, February 10th + Tuesday, February 11th
Interview Space - TBD

To Register:

Login on the Career & Internship Expo Event page.
Navigate to Career Fairs.
Select the activities you would like to participate in and input the number of representatives that will attend
VCC staff will reach out to you to confirm your selected Career & Internship Expo Events.

All activities for the Career & Internship Expo are individually priced.

New companies receive a discount! Email Maggie Cutler at vcareers@usc.edu to learn more.

Career & Internship Fair:

Early-Bird For-Profit: $650
Regular For-Profit: $700
Non-Profit/Government: $200
Late Registration: $800

Organization Trojan Talk/ Product Demo:

For-Profit: $100
Non-Profit/Government: $100

Organization Interviews:

$100 per table reservation
Includes parking pass

Payments due by the event date.

You will receive a final invoice after your registration on Handshake has been approved. While we accept both credit card and check payments, credit card payments are preferred.

Pay your invoice at any time by going to Handshake
Late payments will incur a $100 late processing fee.
Checks must be received by the event date. checks can be mailed to:

USC Viterbi Career Connections
University of Southern California
3710 S. McClintock Ave. RTH 218
Los Angeles, CA 90089-2900 <- You MUST include the inter-University mail code on all checks mailed for payment. If you do not include it, the check will get lost.

Cancellations: Cancellations must be made at least 7 days prior to the event date, in writing to vcareers@usc.edu. Refund is only issued after cancellation in writing has been received. Any cancellations less than 7 days before the event will be billed for the full registration fee. No-shows will also be billed.

Viterbi Career & Internship Expo Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Popular FAQ’s:

Is the Expo different from the Viterbi Career & Internship Fair?

No, the Fair is a part of the Expo, which encompasses all the activities on the event day, such as Meet & Greets, Trojan Talks, Case Studies, Coding Challenges, and the Fair. The Fair isn't a separate event.

Are the Expo events on different days?

The Expo events do take place on different days. Typically, the Expo spans a total of three days. The first two days are primarily dedicated to Demos and Trojan Talks, while the final day is specifically designated for the Career & Internship Fair.

How long does the Expo last?

The Expo typically spans three days. The first two days are dedicated to Demos and Trojan Talks, and the final day is reserved for the Career & Internship Fair.

What if I only want to table at the Fair?

If you are an employer, please visit our dedicated employer page on our website. You have the option to attend the Career Fair without participating in the Demos and Trojan Talks. For pricing information for employers, you can find the details on our website.

How many representatives does a company have to bring to participate?

It is recommended for a company to have at least two company employees present at the Career Fair to effectively engage with and speak to students.

Registration:

How do I register for an Expo Event?

For students:

Trojan Talk Registration:

Register on Handshake.
RSVP for the specific event you wish to attend.

Demo's Registration:

Register on Handshake.
RSVP for the event you're interested in.

Viterbi Career & Internship Fair: Registration is not mandatory, but we recommend the following:

Review the list of participating employers on the Handshake events page.
Log in to Handshake, go to the "Events" section, and select "Career Fair" as the event type.
View the list of employers attending.
Filter the employers looking to hire students with your academic profile.

For more information, visit our website.

For employers:

Click "Register" on the Career & Internship Expo Event page.
Log in and navigate to Events > Career Fairs.
You can conveniently register for all Expo activities in one form by selecting them on the "Days/Events Attending" buttons.
Choose the activities you wish to participate in and specify the number of representatives attending.
Submit your registration form.

The VCC staff will contact you to confirm your selected Career & Internship Expo Events.

What if I have already registered for the fair, how do I add other Expo events?

For students:

Trojan Talk Registration:

Register on Handshake.
RSVP for the specific event you wish to attend.

Demo's Registration:

Register on Handshake.
RSVP for the event you're interested in.

For employers:

Click "Register Now" on the Career & Internship Expo Event page.
Log in and navigate to Events > Career Fairs.
You can conveniently register for all Expo activities in one form by selecting them on the "Days/Events Attending" buttons.
Choose the activities you wish to participate in and specify the number of representatives attending.
Submit your registration form.

How much does the Expo cost?

The Expo is free for all students.

For employers:

Career & Internship Fair:

Early-Bird For-Profit: $650
Regular For-Profit: $700
Non-Profit/Government: $200
Late Registration: $800

Trojan Talk / Product Demo:

For-Profit: $100
Non-Profit/Government: $100

Does it cost extra for an additional table?

Registration fees are for a single booth only. Organizations that require two booths to recruit for different business units will be responsible for a second registration fee.

What is included in my Expo registration?

Key features of the Viterbi Career & Internship Fair:

Gain access to Viterbi's incredibly talented and diverse engineering student population on campus at USC!
Add-on virtual or on-campus Viterbi Career Expo activities:
The Career Fair takes place outdoors, rain or shine.

Every Career & Internship Fair registration includes:

Entry for up to 10 representatives
Parking for up to 3 vehicles
Hot breakfast with Coffee
Free boxed lunch
Your own employer booth with a 6-foot table and sun umbrella
Signage with your recruited majors and degree levels for students

*Please note that there is no access to power strips during this event.

What is the deadline to register for an Expo event?

The deadline to register is two weeks before the career fair.

Amenities:

Is lunch included in the Expo?

Breakfast is included for employers participating in Trojan Talks and Product Demos, and lunch is provided for employers who sign up for the Career Fair. Food is not provided for students.

Can I bring my support animal with me to the Expo?

While service animals are permitted on campus, we cannot allow support animals at the Career & Internship Expo.

Are there nursing areas near the Expo for new mothers?

Yes, there are multiple nursing areas and lactation rooms available. Please refer to this map for their locations.

Logistics:

How do I ship my materials to USC for the Expo?

All Career Fair booth materials MUST arrive 1 week prior to the event date* Shipments can be sent up to one month in advance! Send all materials to Speedy's Moving Company:

Speedy's Moving Co./ Ben Gonzalez
10736 Jefferson Blvd. #814, Culver City, CA 90230

(310) 447-2952

Please write "USC Viterbi Career Expo, Your Company Name, Box # of Total Boxes" on ALL boxes.
*Materials may arrive up to four weeks in advance of the Expo.

Return Shipping:

Bring completed shipping labels
Drop off return shipments to the Speedy's drop-off location near the Employer Check-In table by 3:30 p.m.
Ensure boxes are taped with shipping labels.
*Any items not dropped off by 3:30 p.m. will not be shipped back and you will need to make your own arrangements.

Where do I park for the Expo?

Parking will be provided at Grand Avenue Parking Structure. Parking is located at the intersection of Jefferson Blvd. and Hope St.

THREE (3) pre-paid parking spaces included per registration
Additional permits are $20.50/car
Upon arrival, inform the parking attendant that you are here for the Viterbi Career & Internship Expo and provide your company name.
The attendant will provide you with a parking pass.

*PLEASE NOTE: You may receive a parking citation for parking over the lines, taking up more than one space, or parking in a reserved space

What if I am taking rideshare services to the Expo?

When using a rideshare service, you can enter this location: 705 W 34th St, Los Angeles, CA 90089.

Safe Return to Campus

USC has taken several significant actions to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, similar to steps the city of Los Angeles and other local municipalities have announced.

Visit the USC COVID-19 Resources Center or Trojan Community Guidelines to find out more about USC's return to campus policies and plans.

USC follows the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's guidelines.

Individuals with disabilities who need accommodations to attend this event may contact Viterbi Career Connections at vcareers@usc.edu or (213) 740-9677. It is requested that individuals requiring accommodations or auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters and alternative format materials notify us at least 7 days prior to the event. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner.