4,400 candidates attend the 2024 in-person Fall Career Fair 

MIT’s annual in-person Fall Career Fair took place this year on Friday, September 20. More than 4,400 talented students, postdocs and alumni from MIT and Harvard were able to connect with more than 180 diverse employers!  

It was wonderful to witness so many students, alumni, and postdocs engaging with top companies and exploring exciting career opportunities. CAPD extends a big thank you to everyone who facilitated the fair, and also to those who directed students to this event so that they could explore career options and learn more about opportunities for both internships and full-time employment.  

Employers were grouped into 10 industry clusters (view a full list at the bottom of the article), but employer diversity was not only evident in the industry clusters. There was also a mix of large international corporations and innovative startups. It was especially inspiring to see many successful MIT alumni return to recruit for their thriving businesses, highlighting the strength of the MIT community and its legacy. 

While the Fall Career Fair is an exciting highlight, it’s just one of many ways for students to explore careers and find internships or full-time opportunities. The CAPD team — both career advisors and Employer Relations staff — are always here to support students’ and postdocs’ professional journeys.  

Please continue to encourage students and postdocs to reach out, schedule sessions with advisors, check out job opportunities on Handshake, and stay connected with CAPD all year round! 


2024 industry clusters: 

  • Aerospace, Defense, and Transportation 
  • Chemical Manufacturing, Materials, and Supply Chain 
  • Computer Science 
  • Data Analytics, Consulting, Finance, Investment, and Trading 
  • Design, Engineering, and Research 
  • Energy & Environment 
  • Government, Non-Profit, and Social Impact 
  • Hardware, Robotics, and Software 
  • Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Sciences 
  • Media, Marketing, Humanities, and Creative Careers 
By Malgorzata Gassan
Malgorzata Gassan Assistant Director of Events