2026 Fall BME Career Fairs
The Coulter BME Fall Career Fairs bring together top companies seeking interns, co-ops, and full-time hires from our nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs. These events are more than career fairs—they’re your chance to build relationships, explore career paths, and showcase the skills you’ve been developing in and out of the classroom.
In-Person Career Fair
- Sept. 17
- Exhibition Hall
- 1-6 p.m.
Virtual Career Fair
- Sept. 23
- Career Fair+
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Download the Career Fair+ App for Fall Recruiting.
Employers attending these fairs are specifically looking for BME students like you. Whether you're exploring options or ready to secure your next role, this is one of the most impactful ways to engage directly with recruiters and decision-makers.
Start Preparing Now
The most successful students don’t wait until the week of the fair—they prepare in advance. Use the summer to:
- Refine your resume
- Practice your elevator pitch
- Research target companies and roles
- Build confidence in articulating your technical and project experience
Get Career Fair Prep Help
For career development resources, coaching and feedback, connect with:
- Undergraduate BME Corporate Relations Manager: lisa.lewis-fears@bme.gatech.edu
- Graduate BME Corporate Relations Manager: dana.zastrow@bme.gatech.edu
- GT Career Center CoE Career Education Program Manager Tiana Knight: tknight48@gatech.edu
- GT Career Center Graduate Career Advisor: catharine.groover@gatech.edu
- GT Career Center Graduate Career Advisor: christina.hall@gatech.edu
- Career Center Website: https://career.gatech.edu/
Your preparation now will set you apart when it is time to meet employers.
What do Employers Look for in BME Candidates?
Employers expect solid knowledge in core BME areas such as biomechanics, biomaterials, medical devices, data analysis, and/or imaging. Proficiency in tools like MATLAB, Python, CAD, or lab techniques is a strong advantage.
Classroom knowledge isn’t enough—employers prioritize candidates who have applied their skills through:
- Internships or co-ops
- Research (lab or clinical)
- Capstone or design projects
Be ready to clearly explain your role, contributions, and outcomes.
You must be able to translate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Employers look for candidates who can:
- Present ideas confidently
- Collaborate across teams
- Engage professionally with clients or stakeholders
BME work is highly interdisciplinary. Employers value candidates who can work effectively with engineers, clinicians, scientists, and business teams.
Companies want students who can think critically, adapt, and troubleshoot real-world challenges—especially in regulated, patient-focused environments.
Precision matters in healthcare and medical technology. Demonstrating attention to detail, documentation skills, and an understanding of quality standards (like FDA or ISO) is a major plus.
Employers are drawn to students who go beyond requirements—those who seek out learning opportunities, ask thoughtful questions, and show genuine interest in the field.