Since UCF’s founding to support the Space Race, we have continued to produce skilled graduates for the industry. From hands-on training and experiential learning to sponsored capstone projects and competitive internships, we’re fostering new generations of talent to lead the charge where industry needs it most.
As an R1 metropolitan research university, our educational curricula are future-focused, rooted in a mission to push beyond traditional limits and fuel transformational change. For six consecutive years, UCF has been named the nation’s No. 1 provider of talent to the aerospace and defense industries, and is recognized as the most innovative university in Florida, according to the U.S. News & World Report.
Opportunities
Partnering with UCF allows you to develop talent specifically aligned with your needs while strengthening your hiring pipeline. In today’s ever-changing market, we recognize that forward-looking companies are seeking versatile candidates who thrive in collaborative environments and find innovative solutions to complex problems.
Explore Recruitment Events & Engagement Opportunities
Connect with our students through engagement opportunities, including but not limited to career fairs, on-campus student interviews, internships, guest speaking engagements, research symposiums, hackathons, competitions, mentorship programs, and workshops and makerspaces. For more information on student events and finding the right talent, contact our Career Services team.
Become a Sponsor and Support Student Research Week
Meet current and prospective researchers in a nontraditional setting showcasing some of UCF’s brightest talent. Student Research Week, which includes more than 700 students from 13 colleges, provides a dedicated space for industry professionals to engage directly with students, foster potential partnerships and recruit future leaders who bring fresh perspectives to their fields.
Invest in Student Clubs
Lend your support, time and expertise to student clubs and connect with niche talent across a wide range of disciplines and interests. With more than 650 student organizations on campus, these clubs promote valuable resume-building skills and offer excellent networking opportunities for both students and sponsors. Partnering with these groups not only enhances corporate visibility but also serves as a strategic avenue to identify and recruit top talent aligned with specific industry needs.
