2024 Ottawa Industry Tour

Overview

Throughout the 3-day Ottawa Industry Tour, participating students will experience:

  • Company Tours: Gain firsthand knowledge and in-the-field experience of various industries, engineering roles, and projects in the Ottawa area.
  • Industry Presentations: Each stop includes presentations on current technologies, engineering challenges, and career opportunities, providing students with a deep understanding of industry trends.
  • Panel Discussions: Interaction with panels of engineers and professionals who share their career experiences, advice, and insights into the engineering field.
  • Networking: Multiple networking opportunities allow students to connect with industry professionals and peers, fostering relationships that can lead to co-op placements and future job opportunities.
  • Free Time for Exploration*: Scheduled free time allows students to explore Ottawa's cultural and historical sites, providing a well-rounded experience of the city beyond the industry tour.

Three Days of Discovery

Wednesday, February 21

  • Drive to Ottawa
  • Mix & Mingle: Next-Generation Networking Evening

Thursday, February 22

  • Kinaxis Tour
  • Nokia Tour
  • Mission Control Space Systems Tour

Friday, February 23

  • Partnering with Kanata North Business Association on:
    • Ottawa Presentations
    • Employer Panel and Presentations
    • Networking Lunch
    • Employers include Aurrigo, Nanometrics, Ross Video, Warner Bros, Canadian Aviation Electronics Ltd. (CAE), Satcom, and Solink
  • Return to Toronto

Thank you to our students and our industry partners for such a successful 2024 Ottawa Industry Tour!

Be sure to check out the Engineering Career Centre Instagram, @uoftecc, for highlights from this year's trip.

Stay tuned for news in late 2024 for next year's Ottawa Industry Tour!