Industry Spotlight: Research Careers

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Event Info

Event Date: 
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 - 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Uris Hall, 3022 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 107

Event Contact

Jazmin Lesane
212-854-8343

Discover How Research Shapes Decisions Across Sectors

Whether focused on understanding communities, improving products, informing policy, or advancing science, research sits at the center of how many organizations learn and act. If you are a curious thinker or analytical problem solver, this event will help you explore the many ways you can apply your research skills across fields.

Connect with employers who use research to guide decisions and evaluate impact. Learn how organizations design studies, interpret evidence, and translate findings into action. Discover how the skills you build through classwork and independent research can lead to roles in many sectors.

EVENT SCHEDULE

  • Employer Spotlight Presentations: 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
  • Open Networking: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
    • Light snacks will be available for students and employers.

ELIGIBILITY

Undergraduate students and alumni of the following Columbia University schools are invited to attend:

  • Columbia College

  • Columbia Engineering (Undergraduate)

  • School of General Studies

REGISTRATION

Register on LionSHARE, powered by Handshake. Walk-ins welcome!

RESOURCES

Please bring your CUID to access this event. For accessibility information, please contact us at cce-scheduling@columbia.edu prior to the event so we can assist.

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