Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy: Industry Panel (WRISE)

Your major is a chapter, not the whole story—whether you’re just starting out or already writing your next one.

Join us for Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy: Industry Panel—an engaging in-person panel and networking event where you’ll explore diverse career paths, connect with top industry professionals, and gain valuable insights to power your job search. Light snacks will be provided.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
🕒 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM MT (Panel from 5-6pm, followed by a networking reception from 6-7pm)
📍 Location: Burwell 340

DU Students and Alumni: RSVP on PCO here: https://du.12twenty.com/events/30006101340473

💼Employers Attending:

• Karen DeAguero – Legacy Technical Advisor (United States), Newmont Mining Corporation
• Kate Peters – President and Chief Client Officer, RENUSA
• Manisha Ghorai – Technical Manager, Ulteig
• Victoria Tompkins – Critical Infrastructure Recruiter, Spencer Ogden

This event is co-hosted by the University of Denver Career and Professional Development team and the Colorado chapter of WRISE, Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy. WRISE is a national nonprofit working across the renewable energy economy with a broad purpose – to change our energy future through the collective power of community. Our mission is to accelerate the transition to a sustainable and equitable energy future by igniting the collective power of community. Learn more at https://wrisenergy.org/.

Why You Should Attend:

• 🔍 Learn from Employers: Panelists from organizations will share what they look for in candidates, current hiring needs, and how to stand out in the application process. This is your chance to ask about:
  • What skills and experiences they value most
  • How their hiring process works
  • What a “day in the life” looks like at their company
  • Current and upcoming job or internship opportunities
• 👥 Connect with Alumni: Alumni can offer a unique perspective on transitioning from college to career. Ask them about:
  • How they navigated their early career decisions
  • What they wish they had known as students
  • How their major did (or didn’t) shape their career path
  • Tips for making the most of internships, networking, and job fairs
• 🎤 Meet the Panelists:
  • Check back here as we get closer to the event date for the full list of confirmed panelists!

What You’ll Gain:

• Career Insights: Hear real stories and advice from professionals in your field.
• Opportunities: Learn about open roles and how to apply.
• Networking: Build connections with people who can help you take the next step.
• Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered directly by the panelists.

Whether you’re exploring your first job or considering a career pivot, this event is your launchpad. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your ambition.

👉 Register today and take the first step toward your future. We can’t wait to see you there!

Tags: Connect with Alumni & Professionals, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, College of Professional Studies, Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science, Daniels College of Business, Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs - Graduate Students