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Tennessee Engineering Network Program

161 Zeanah Engineering Complex
Knoxville, TN 37996
Phone: 865-974-5323
Email: [email protected]

Summit Blue Membership

The benefits listed below are designed to provide Summit Blue members with unparalleled access to our college’s resources, talent, and leadership, fostering a mutually beneficial partnership. 

Campus Recognition

Your company will be acknowledged in the new Zeanah Engineering Complex, enhancing visibility among students and faculty.  

Digital Promotion

Summit Blue members will be recognized on the college’s digital display monitors located in all engineering buildings, increasing your brand’s presence within the college.  

Priority Event Access

Summit Blue members will gain early invitations to register and access to prime engagement opportunities including Engineering Expos and special events.  

Event Promotion

Your company will be promoted during the Engineering Expos and the annual Engineering Cookout, highlighting your participation in the program to our students.  

Customized Recruiting Strategy

Summit Blue members will receive a personalized recruiting strategy session that aligns your hiring goals with the college’s talent pipeline.  

Enhanced Communication Channels

The Office of Engineering Professional Practice will spotlight your program on the department’s Instagram account, providing exposure on our most effective digital channel for connecting with current students.  

Enhanced Job Postings

Your employment opportunities will receive special promotion in Handshake allowing them to reach a broader student audience.  

Advertising Discounts

Summit Blue members are eligible to purchase discounted banner ads in the Career Fair+ app, which increase your visibility during career events.  

Exclusive Networking

Attend the TEN Leadership Luncheon prior to the spring Engineering Expo where you can meet with student organizations, fostering direct connections with student leaders.  

EPP Events

As a Summit Blue member, you will be invited to attend and participate in the following Engineering Professional Practice events. Use the dropdowns below to learn more about each event and how Summit Blue members can become involved: 

Employer Spotlights

Join our Engineering Vols on their way to and from classes for the day! Host a table with your recruiters in one of our newest engineering buildings to connect, network, and share more about your company with our students. 

Summit Blue Advantage

  • Easy scheduling with our office with priority dates

Level Up Series: Networking at Noon

The Networking at Noon series is an excellent opportunity to connect with Engineering Vols through a one-hour showcase of their organization. To encourage attendance, we ask that members provide lunch for students.

Summit Blue Advantage

  • Exclusive to Summit Blue members in the spring semester
  • Event can be tailored to meet your hiring needs via specific majors, specific graduation years, and other criteria

Level Up Series: Networking at Night

The Networking at Night event is designed for employers to foster meaningful, one-on-one conversations between employers and students—offering the opportunity for personalized insight on your topic of choice. Companies are encouraged to bring five or more representatives to maximize engagement with our students.

Summit Blue Advantage

  • Exclusive to Summit Blue members in the spring semester
  • Event can be tailored to meet your hiring needs via specific majors, specific graduation years, and other criteria
  • Tailored topic of the company’s choosing on career readiness as an engineer or select from a list of pre-determined topics from the Office of Engineering Professional Practice Team

Level Up Your Expo Game

The Level Up Your Expo Game event is a two-hour session designed for employers to provide hands-on coaching and insights to students on key skills like resume building, elevator pitches, interview techniques, and more. The event begins with a panel featuring Summit Blue members followed by a tabling event to facilitate one-on-one conversations with students.

Summit Blue Advantage

  • Event can be tailored to meet your hiring needs via specific majors, specific graduation years, and other criteria
  • Tailored topic of the company’s choosing on career readiness as an engineer or select from a list of pre-determined topics from the Office of Engineering Professional Practice Team  

Engineering Cookout

The Engineering Cookout is a fall tradition for the college to welcome engineering students and introduce them to EPP. This event offers the chance to connect directly with more than 1,000 Engineering Vols as they learn more about co-ops and internship opportunities. This event is open to all engineering students, faculty, and staff making this a great event to promote your organization to the campus community.

Summit Blue Advantage

  • This is a TEN member exclusive for the fall semester where only members can participate and set up a table  
  • Special guests and photo opportunities for TEN members 

TEN Student Leadership Luncheon

This kickoff event for the Engineering Expo is an exclusive luncheon that brings together our top-tier student leaders with our select employer partners. This one-on-one networking opportunity provides an elevated environment for deeper conversations, early access to talent, and the ability to create relationships with some of our top talent. 

Summit Blue Advantage

  • This is a TEN member exclusive program for the fall and spring semesters where only members can attend the luncheon 

Engineering Expo

This semi-annual event is a high-impact open forum for you to connect with students actively seeking co-ops, internships, and full-time opportunities. Participating employers will gain visibility with Engineering Vols from all disciplines interested in hearing about your company’s opportunities, culture, and values. In addition to the Engineering Expo, employers can sign up for Interview Day where you can set up one-on-one interviews with our students.

Summit Blue Advantage

  • Members receive premier booth locations
  • Members receive discounted banner ads in Career Fair+ app
  • Your company will receive access to the TEN Leadership Luncheon
  • Your representatives will receive special parking closer to the event venue
  • The Engineering Expo registration fee is included with TEN membership pricing

J. Michael Stone Leadership and Professional Practice Awards Banquet

The Office of Engineering Professional Practice’s annual awards banquet is a premier celebration honoring engineering students who have excelled in their co-op and internship experiences. The event also brings together corporate partners and alumni, giving your company a unique opportunity to network with high-achieving students and connect with current and future industry leaders.