Events for Interns
Build Skills, Make Connections: Join Our Exciting Summer Events
Connecticut’s Manufacturing Internship Program hosts in-person summer events to support professional and personal growth, including a career fair, orientation, professional development workshops, statewide tours, and a summer-end celebration. Check back regularly for updates!
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Webinar - Internship Presentation and Social Media Practices
Hear from Senior Engineer, Colette Ruden from CCAT's Office of Technology sharing insights into how to build a great end of summer internship experience presentation - and how to establish social media presence to build your professional network.
Webinar: Overview of AI in Manufacturing — Today and Tomorrow
Join CCAT’s expert panel — Principal Engineer Nasir Mannan, Software Developer Maleeha Wahid, and Mechatronics Engineer Sriniket Rachuri — for an insightful discussion on how artificial intelligence is transforming the manufacturing industry.
Reno Machine Company Tour | CT Manufacturing Internship Program
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Reno Machine Company in Newington, Connecticut, a leading large-part machining manufacturer serving top aerospace names like Collins, Pratt & Whitney, and Sikorsky.
Bigelow Tea Tour | CT Manufacturing Internship Program
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Bigelow Tea in Fairfield, Connecticut, the number one specialty tea company in the U.S. and a proud Certified B Corporation. This family-owned and operated business has been setting the standard for ethical practices, sustainability, and community support for more than 75 years.
Farrel Pomini Tour | CT Manufacturing Internship Program
Take a deep dive into innovation at FARREL POMINI in Ansonia, Connecticut, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of compounding systems for polymer processing—including cutting-edge solutions in mechanical and chemical recycling.
End of Summer Social at Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue
Join Chief Manufacturing Officer Paul Lavoie and interns from across the state in Connecticut's Manufacturing Internship Program to celebrate the end of summer at a BBQ and networking event on the patio at Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue in New Haven.
Webinar - Introduction to Digital Transformation in Manufacturing
Join James Brino, CCAT’s Senior Technical Trainer, and discover digital transformation in the world of manufacturing, and why its implementation is so critical and impactful. Learn about additional courses you might consider this summer to kickstart your learning about digital design, digital manufacturing and digital quality assurance and inspection - and share resources with your employer!
CCAT Advanced Technology Center Tour and Fireside Chat with Industry Legend Tony Cacace
Interns from across Connecticut are invited to join a behind-the-scenes tour of the Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology’s (CCAT) cutting-edge labs and a fireside chat with industry leaders including Tony Cacace, Dr. Jackie Garofano, and Ari Santiago.
2025 Summer Internship Program Orientation Kickoff
On June 4, college interns working with Connecticut manufacturing companies this summer are invited to join us at the kickoff event at TRUMPF’s North America headquarters in Farmington.
Manufacturing Engineering & Technology Career Fair
Join us on April 2, 2025, for the 4th Annual CT Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology (MET) Career Fair at Quinnipiac University in Hamden. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore full-time, internship, and apprenticeship roles with Connecticut companies.