Iowa State University Outreach & Recruitment Event
October 28, 2026
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM Central
About the Event
Join the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) for an in-person outreach and recruitment event at Iowa State University. This event is your opportunity to connect with the next generation of engineering talent and showcase your company’s opportunities in the fluid power industry. Each participating company is encouraged to bring up to two representatives—ideally one HR/recruiting professional and one technical or engineering representative—to maximize student engagement.
Why Attend?
- Meet 80+ students from Iowa State’s Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Team, Fluid Power Club, and Fluid Power Academic Programs
- Explore cutting-edge fluid power innovations happening on campus
- Share your company’s mission, culture, and job opportunities with engineering students
- Build relationships with potential future hires in a collaborative setting
Agenda
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Time |
Activity |
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2:00 PM |
Arrival & Setup |
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2:30 PM |
Campus Tour for NFPA Members |
|
3:30 PM |
Final Setup |
|
4:00 PM |
Welcome & Event Kick-Off |
|
4:15 PM |
Breakout Session 1 (4:15–4:45 PM)* |
|
4:55 PM |
Breakout Session 2 (4:55–5:25 PM)* |
|
5:30 PM |
Networking & Refreshments |
|
7:00 PM |
Event Conclusion |
*Breakout Sessions: Each 30-minute session is designed for NFPA members to share company insights, job opportunities, and engage in meaningful conversations with students.
Questions?
Contact Haley Nemeth at hnemeth@nfpa.com for more details. We look forward to seeing you there!