Student Career Services
College of Agriculture FALL Career Fair
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
France A. Córdova Recreational Sports Center
The College of Agriculture hosts career fairs in the fall and spring semesters. More than 250 companies attend annually. Students and alumni are provided the opportunity to learn about their organizations, submit resumes and interview for permanent or internship positions.
Freshmen and sophomore students are welcome to join upper-level students at the career fairs to learn about careers and develop the art of professional conversations very early. All majors are welcome.
Information for Students
- Learn how to search for employers hiring students in your major using this document.
- Receive tips on preparing for the career fair and links to helpful resources using your Student Career Fair Guide.
- RSVP to attend the career fair as a student. There is no cost to students or alumni to attend. RSVP is not required to attend the event, but strongly encouraged to make your resume available to recruiters.
- Make sure your resume is up to date. RSVP and upload your resume in myCCO. Be prepared to bring a minimum of 20 copies to the career fair.
- Plan your career fair outfit. Resources for career wear are available through the CCO Career Closet.
- Purchase a professional name tag from the Agribusiness Club
October 6, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Agricultural & Biological Engineering (ABE) Lobby
Participating Employers:
- AMVC Management Services
- Bane-Welker
- Elanco
- First Farmers Bank & Trust
- Kokomo Grain Co.
- Land O' Lakes
- Remington Seeds
October 8, 2025 | Schedule an interview time by speaking to employers during the Career Fair.
Purdue CCO, 2nd Floor of Young (YONG) Hall
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Upcoming Career Events
Grads, Share your good news!
If you graduated May 2025, complete the Next Step Survey to let the College of Ag know what your career or academic plans are after graduation.
Complete the Next Step SurveyADDITIONAL EVENTS
Click the event title to view the details or flyer for each event.
Public Impact Fair: Careers and Resources
September 8, 2025 | 1:00 - 6:00 PM
Honors Hall, John Martison Honors College
The fair is open to all majors at Purdue University who desire to make a positive public impact in advocacy, administration, or service positions. This fair brings together government, non-profit, and industry employers to offer internships and careers in a variety of local, state, and federal government fields. It also provides information on resources to make the aspiration of working in places such as Washington D.C. a reality.
Stress Management & Job Search for International Students
September 18, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Zoom, Register online here
The Purdue CCO will be hosting an online workshop for international students with a certified therapist from CAPS to help you find work-life balance and manage stress during your job search.
Corteva Grow Your Future Day
October 14, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Corteva Agriscience invites undergraduate and graduate students, professors, department leaders, and career services professionals to join us for Grow Your Future Day a dynamic, full-day experience designed to inspire and connect the next generation of agricultural leaders.
View the Center for Career Opportunities Fall 2025 Workshop Schedule. For more upcoming CCO workshops and clinics, please visit the Purdue CCO Events website.
The PASE Photo Booth for Professional Headshots is permanently operating in the Boilermaker Welcome Center, Stewart Center, Room 102. No reservations needed Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Contact: pase@purdueforlife.org
Pre-Professional Advisors are available to assist you as you plan and consider careers in healthcare or law. Schedule a virtual appointment with us through BoilerConnect. Alumni, please call 765-494-3981 to schedule. For upcoming events visit this link: The Latest - Career Success - Purdue University
Public Policy Internship Programs
Career Resources
The university and college career services professionals are available to assist you with developing successful job search techniques.
What YOU Need to Do to Get Started on Your Job Search
- Contact your departmental career coordinator or academic advisor
- Activate or update your MyCCO Account
- Update or create your resume/cover letter/references
- Go shopping for professional attire
- Join the Purdue Ag Alumni Association's mentoring program
do the research, land the job
The Purdue Career Research Portal is a comprehensive online career resource to support job and interview seekers.
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Job Search Agencies and External Sites
Grow your presence using the links below.
The College of Agriculture posts openings for permanent and internship positions regularly to our online job board. Check the website regularly for new opportunities.
- Visit the CoA Internship & Job Board to find employment and internship opportunities across the agriculture industry.
- Departmental Career Services Coordinators will also send student position postings to your Purdue email.
- Department job boards and continuous job and internship opportunities are listed here.
- You may also use the Purdue CCO website to find jobs and internships.
- Share your good news about internships or post-graduation plans by completing the Next Step Survey.
Are you undecided about your major or thinking about changing your major? Explore careers and majors by discovering who you are. Use the following links for tips and information.
College of Agriculture Internship & Job Board
Find agriculture-related internships and career opportunities using the CoA Job Board
Visit the job board
The Purdue Agriculture Career Fair has been pivotal in my journey, opening doors to incredible opportunities that have led to my future career that I never imagined. This career fair isn’t just about finding a job, it’s about building connections, gaining confidence, and realizing the limitless possibilities that Purdue Agriculture has to offer.
Shay D.
Senior, Agribusiness Management and Agronomy
Shay D. Senior, Agribusiness Management and Agronomy
Attending the Purdue Agriculture Career Fair gave me the chance to network with industry leaders, explore exciting career opportunities, and apply the professional skills I developed as a student. It’s an incredible opportunity to kick-start your career after graduation, and I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone in the College of Ag.
Ainsley K.
Senior, Agricultural Communication and Sales and Marketing
Ainsley K. Senior, Agricultural Communication and Sales and Marketing
CONTACT US
College of Agriculture | Office of Academic Programs
615 West State Street, Room 121, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Email: AgCareerFair@purdue.edu or AgJobs@purdue.edu
Phone: 765-494-8470