Students and Young Professionals

Students and young professionals will have several opportunities for structured networking and career growth at the 2024 AVIATION Forum.

Rising Leaders in Aerospace Events

Rising Leaders are graduate students and professionals that are 35 and younger. They will become the leaders of tomorrow, the inventors of the next great things, and the individuals that will accept the mantle from those that have forged the way thus far.

Pitching for Young Professionals (Organized by SEDS)
Date: Monday, 29 July 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Description: Develop your soft skills and refine your elevator pitch in this young professional-centric workshop that is sure to be a career builder and set you up for networking success for the rest of the forum.

Meet the Employers
Date: Monday, 29 July 2024 
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Description: This is a can’t-miss occasion where you can meet with AIAA Corporate Member recruiters, and ask questions about internships, full-time employment opportunities, organizational culture, company projects, and anything else you want to know.

Rising Leaders in Aerospace: Speed Mentoring
Date: Tuesday, 30 July 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Description:    Leaders in the aerospace industry will take time to meet with the Rising Leaders participants and share their experiences. This event is a great way to get insight and make new contacts.

Rising Leaders in Aerospace: Is the Grass Always Greener on the Other Side? Panel and Social Hour
Date: Wednesday, 31 July 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Description: A panel discussing the pros and cons of switching jobs, the frequency, and what is the best path forward in your career. Stick around afterward for some networking time and light snacks and drinks.

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