Montana Tech - Campus Visit 

Fall 2026

September 16 - 17, 2026

Hey Diggers!
I’m Shawn, and I used to be a student on the hill just like you.

I’ve had an awesome career, that’s taken me around the world, to some of the biggest companies, huge projects, and even the Ivy League.


Today, I’m here to help young engineering and science professionals make the most of their early careers… and their life.

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 16, 2026

12:30 PM

SUB Lobby

Wednesday - Office Hours
Walk up. No appointment. Bring your resume or don't. In five minutes you'll leave with a free LinkedIn headshot, a read on your resume, and a plan for Thursday. Stay longer if you want to talk career strategy, how to work a career fair, or what companies actually look for in a first hire. If you're a freshman or sophomore and think this isn't for you yet, it is. Come practice while nothing is on the line.

September 16, 2026

4:30 - 6:30 PM

SUB

Employer Reception
Career Services hosts a reception for Employers, Faculty, Staff, and other Tech Leadership the night before the fair. I'll be there.

September 17, 2026

8:00 AM - 2:30PM

HPER Lobby

Thursday – Career Fair Day
I'm set up in the HPER lobby, right outside the career fair doors, all day. Stop before you walk in. We'll check your handshake, your resume, your first question, and your nerves. Thirty seconds or five minutes, whatever you need. Hair and outfit check included. I'll hold your backpack. Then go in.

You have been working hard on getting your degree. 

Now, you are trying to land a job.

Now what?

The hidden rules of hiring. The unspoken expectations behind every interview. The networks that open doors before the job is even posted.

Most students send out hundreds of applications and hear nothing back—burning time, energy, and confidence in the process.

You don’t have to. Here’s how to stand out and land the role you’ve been working toward.

Let’s skip the trial and error. This is your shortcut.

IT WASN’T EASY

Fresh out of school, I landed a prestigious role at ExxonMobil in their Major Projects Division but felt completely lost. The onboarding wasn’t straightforward, leaving me unsure of my role, how and where I fit into the organization, and how to excel. I struggled with the basics—from where to live, how to socialize, to managing everyday tasks. It took years to gain confidence in my role and find my path.

I want to provide you with a kick-start and provide insights and reflections to help start moving ahead right away. 

Level Up This Week

You’ve been working hard on your degree—now it’s time to turn it into a career.

Landing that first job isn’t just about grades. It’s about knowing how to stand out: the right resume, a sharp LinkedIn profile, and the confidence to walk into the career fair ready to connect.

That’s what this week is all about. I’ll be on campus September 23–25 to help you with:

  • Resume reviews – make sure your skills get noticed

  • LinkedIn setup + profile pics – look professional online

  • Networking plan – who to talk to and what to say

  • Career fair prep – strategy before you walk in

  • Interview prep – practice for the real thing

  • 1:1 Q&A – grab me anytime on campus

No guesswork. Just clear steps to help you start strong.