Virtual Career Fair

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Connect. Discover. Advance.
Optica's WorkinOptics Virtual Career Fair – 10 July, 2025

Join us for the premier virtual hiring event tailored for the optics and photonics community. Whether you're an early-career professional, an experienced job seeker, or an employer looking to hire top talent, this event is designed to help you make meaningful connections and achieve your career goals.

For Job Seekers:

• Explore Opportunities: Meet with leading companies actively hiring in optics, photonics, engineering, and related fields.

• Get Discovered: Share your resume and profile directly with recruiters who are searching for candidates like you.

• Build Your Network: Engage in 1:1 chats and gain insights into the companies shaping the future of science and technology.

• Boost Your Career: Take advantage of career development programming tailored to your needs and interests.

For Employers:

• Connect with Qualified Talent: Access a diverse and global pool of job seekers with specialized skills and experience in optics and photonics.

• Showcase Your Brand: Present your organization to a highly targeted audience through live sessions and your virtual booth.

• Streamline Hiring: Conduct interviews and identify strong candidates—all within one efficient, easy-to-use platform.

• Support the Community: Partner with Optica to foster innovation and talent development in your industry.

Participating Companies: 

• MKS Instruments 
• National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine
• Quantum Valley Ideas Lab 
• SiLC Technologies 
• PhotonDelta

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the brightest minds and most innovative employers in the field

 

Employer Workshop: Finding and Retaining Top Science & Engineering Talent

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In today’s competitive landscape, engineering firms face unprecedented challenges in attracting and retaining the best engineering and scientific minds. The battle for talent is fierce, and understanding what motivates top candidates is more crucial than ever.

In this webinar, Technology Leadership Coach, Resume Writer, and Branding Consultant, Jaime Chambron, will explore the hiring process from the candidate’s perspective. Drawing on first-hand insights and real-world experiences from 20+ years in tech leadership roles, this session will reveal what today’s leading engineers and scientists seek in their next opportunity—and what makes them stay.

Key Takeaways:

• What Top Talent Wants: Discover the key factors influencing engineers’ and scientists’ decisions to join (or leave) a firm.
• Candidate Experience Matters: Learn how your hiring process and employer brand impact your ability to attract the best.
• Retention Strategies That Work: Get actionable tips to foster loyalty and engagement among your technical team.

 

FiO Career Zone

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Where Talent Meets Opportunity
Whether you're launching your career or looking to take the next big step, the Career Zone at Frontiers in Optics + Laser Science (FIO LS) 2025 is your hub for career growth, networking, and discovery in the optics and photonics community.

Explore the Future of Light-Based Science and Technology
As the field of optics and photonics continues to expand across research, academia, and industry, the FIO Career Zone offers a centralized space to explore exciting career paths, connect with leading employers, and gain insights into the skills driving innovation.

Why Visit the Career Zone?

• Meet Top Employers in the Field
  Engage with companies and institutions leading the way in optics, photonics, quantum technologies, biomedical imaging, aerospace, and more.

• Career Coaching, Resume Reviews, and Expert Advice
  Take advantage of personalized career support including 1:1 coaching, resume feedback, and career development programming designed to elevate your professional journey.

• Onsite Interview Opportunities
  Connect directly with hiring managers through scheduled interviews and informal networking. Showcase your skills and learn more about companies actively seeking top talent.

Who Should Attend?

• Job Seekers: From undergraduates and graduate students to experienced professionals, all are welcome to explore new opportunities and connect with employers.

• Employers: Discover top talent and engage with emerging leaders in the optics and photonics field.

• Students and Interns: Start building your professional network and explore the diverse career paths available in optics and photonics.

Join us at FIO 2025 and take the next step in your optics and photonics career journey.

 

To request a topic or presentation, contact workinoptics@optica.org

Looking to increase your organization's visibility by sponsoring an event? Visit the Employer Engagement Opportunties page or contact workinoptics@optica.org for more information!