Co-op Days 2025
HAPPENING SOON: January 27-29, 2025
The Co-op Days Career Fair is an in-person recruitment event that connects students with top companies specifically hiring for co-op positions. This multi-day event features networking opportunities, career fairs, and interviews held across Purdue's West Lafayette and Indianapolis campuses.
Career Fair Preparation
PPA Callout
Tuesday, January 21 | 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM | MSEE B012
Professional Practice Ambassadors (PPA) is a club made up of current co-op students dedicated to enhancing the awareness and experience of the Cooperative Education (Co-op) Program at Purdue.
1:1 Resume Review with PPA
Wednesday, January 22 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | WALC B058
Professional Practice Ambassadors (PPA) will be available for 1-on-1 resume reviews prior to the Co-op Days Career Fair! This is a unique opportunity to connect with students who have firsthand experience securing co-op positions. They not only understand what it takes to stand out to employers but also have exclusive insights into these companies and how to make your resume shine.
Interview & Elevator Pitch Prep with PPA
Thursday, January 23 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM | WALC B058
Professional Practice Ambassadors (PPA) will offer an Interview & Elevator Pitch Prep Session before the Co-op Days Career Fair! This is a valuable opportunity to learn from students who have successfully secured co-op positions. They offer insider knowledge on standing out to employers, understanding company expectations, and perfecting your elevator pitch and interview skills!
Calendar of Events
Co-op Career Fair in Indianapolis
Monday, January 27 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Tower Ballrooms
Explore career opportunities with top companies and connect with recruiters hiring for Summer 2025 and beyond. Priority will be given to Purdue students in Indianapolis. Select employers will also be attending the Co-op Career Fair in West Lafayette.
PPA Networking Night
Monday, January 27 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | PMU Ballrooms
A casual event hosted by Professional Practice Ambassadors (PPA) where students and employers can connect, giving both sides a chance to connect and learn about each other before the Career Fair.
Co-op Career Fair in West Lafayette
Tuesday, January 28 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | PMU Ballrooms
Learn more about career opportunities at some of the most innovative companies and engage with recruiters hiring specifically for co-op positions. Open to Purdue students in West Lafayette and Indianapolis.
Interview Day
Wednesday, January 29 | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | PMU Ballrooms
Students who attend the Co-op Career Fair in West Lafayette may have the chance to interview for a co-op position.
Download the Career Fair + app to know which employers will be at the Co-op Days Career Fair and sort opportunities by major, position, year, and more! Click here to go to their website.
