Overview
How are you navigating your first years after graduation?
Whether you’re landing your first job, considering a career pivot, exploring graduate school, or simply figuring out what comes next, The Next Chapter brings together Mac Eng alumni who are navigating this same stage of their careers.
Designed specifically for recent graduates 1 to 5 years out (2020-2025), this event is an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and support one another while navigating the challenges and opportunities of early career life.
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Location: The Nest, MSU Hub
Why Join Us
- Connect with alumni navigating the same stage as you. Everyone in the room is within their first five years after graduating. Talk openly about job searches, career changes, workplace realities, and lessons learned.
- Share experiences and lift each other up. The transition from school to career can be exciting but also uncertain. This event creates a supportive environment where young alumni can exchange advice, resources, and encouragement.
- Explore continuing education, graduate opportunities and other services. Representatives from the W Booth School of Engineering Practice and Technology, McMaster Continuing Education and McMaster Student Success Centre will be on site with information booths to help you explore ways to expand your skills and advance your career.
- Expand your professional network. Reconnect with classmates, meet alumni from other disciplines, and build relationships that can support your career for years to come.