We offer a variety of programs and services designed to assist students and alumni in their professional development. Our hope is that students will take advantage of the many opportunities to learn about the world of engineering, network with professionals, and hone their professional development skills. Click on the icon above to get started!

Is there any better way to recruit tomorrow’s top engineers and technologists than through Charlotte? Help us brand your company among our college, student & alumni populations. Click on the icon above to check out some of those opportunities or contact Linda Thurman for more information on how we can best serve your company’s needs.

We always welcome your feedback.

Currently we are seeking employer feedback on our interns and co-op students. Please consider filling out this very short survey. Thank you for your support. We will be collecting employer feedback once again on our recent hires and experienced alumni in the near future.

Who hires Charlotte Engineers & Technologists? Pretty much everyone! Here is a “small” sample of employers who have hired our graduates. Don’t see your company? Email Ms. Linda Thurman to be included!

Need a little more convincing to get in contact with us? Here are some comments from a recent employer survey:

• “Students from the Lee College have become an integral part of growing our business.”
• “UNC Charlotte graduates are ‘two feet on the ground’ employees that exhibit great judgment and consideration for their jobs and their interactions with other employees.”
• “I find the students to be focused, smart, professional, assertive and all around impressive.”
• “Faculty and staff of Lee College of Engineering are so helpful and promote the graduates as well as assist them in finding opportunities. It is a pleasure to work with staff and students!”

Check out some of the great statistical data from Charlotte! The Career Center’s Next Destination Survey is a great tool for employers, parents and, of course, students.

Direct Contact Information

Ms. Linda A. Thurman

Director of Student Professional Development and Employer Relations, Student Professional Development & Co-op Advisor
William States Lee College of Engineering
Office: Smith Building, 228F​
Email: lthurman@charlotte.edu
Phone: 704-687-5024

To schedule an online, phone or in-person meeting please use this link.

Connect with me for updates and announcements!

Administrative Support Specialist: Ms. Kenza Mitchem
William States Lee College of Engineering
Office: Smith Building, 228
Email: kmitch76@charlotte.edu
Phone: 704-687-7282 or 704-687-1991

Useful Links

University & College:

• Multi-Industry Connection Day
• College of Engineering (COE)
• COE Diversity Programs
• Current News & College Highlights
• Interactive Campus Map
• Opportunities & Events (updated weekly!)
• Senior Design Program
• Charlotte-Home Page
• Career Center

Non-University:

• NCEES (national council)
• North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers & Surveyors