We’ve already begun welcoming 40 entry-level engineers starting in 2026, and we’re excited to see who will join us in 2027.

As DMC continues to grow, newer offices like Detroit, MI; Tampa, FL; and Kansas City are actively building their teams and creating even more opportunities for early-career engineers to make an impact.

This Fall, our team will be visiting nearly 30 universities nationwide (see schedule below) to share what makes DMC a place where early-career engineers don’t just start their career but grow into confident, successful engineers who value continuous learning.

Who We Are: An Engineering Consulting Firm

DMC is a leading engineering consulting firm, delivering high-caliber engineering and custom software development services globally. Our engineers work in prominent engineering service areas that serve major industries, gaining exposure to technically challenging, impactful projects.

With 300+ employees across 15 offices nationwide, we are proud to combine technical excellence with a strong, people-first culture. As an eight-time Crain’s Best Places to Work finalist, we value collaboration, continuous learning, and having fun along the way.

Who We Are Looking For: Entry-Level Engineers

Want to work with customers across a variety of industries? Looking to grow your programming, project management, and business development skills? You will do all that and more at DMC.

We are hiring full-time, entry-level engineers for 2027. If you are a college senior graduating with a B.S. or M.S. in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• General Engineering

And if you want to work in service areas such as Automation and Electrical Engineering, Embedded Development, Test & Measurement, or Digital Workplace Solutions, we want to meet you!

Why Entry-Level Engineers Love DMC

As recent graduates step out of the classroom and into their careers, many are looking for an environment that balances support and autonomy. At DMC, that experience starts on day one. New engineers dive into meaningful, client-facing work, take on engaging projects, and join a close-knit team dedicated to mentorship.

Hands-on Experience from Day One

Within the first few weeks of a career with DMC, new engineers work on projects in a variety of industries and technologies, gaining exposure that can often take months for newcomers to gain. This exposure helps new engineers develop practical skills while experiencing the impact of their work firsthand and early on. Mentorship is also built into the process, with structured onboarding and ongoing support from seasoned team members with years of in-field experience.

Company Culture That’s Hard to Beat

In addition to great work experience, culture is another defining part of life at DMC. From welcoming new hires to longstanding company traditions, DMC’s company culture is intentionally designed to foster connection. Engineers build relationships not only within their teams but across industries, creating a strong sense of community and shared purpose.

This combination of trust, variety, and fun accelerates career growth, creating an environment where new engineers can explore different paths, build their skills, and lay the foundation for long-term success, all while enjoying every step along the way.

Engineering Job Application and Interview Process

1. Submit your resume through your school’s career services platform.
2. (Encouraged) Meet us at your campus career fair.
3. Selected candidates will be invited to an on-campus interview.
4. Finalists will be invited to an on-site interview at the closest DMC office.
5. Offers are extended to qualified candidates.

Ready to Launch Your Engineering Career with DMC?

Submit your application through your school’s career services platform, and feel free to reach out to jobs@localhost with any questions. We hope to meet you this Fall!

Fall 2026 Career Fair Schedule

Any dates marked “TBA” will be updated as they are confirmed. Check back for the latest information as we approach the start of the Fall 2026 semester.

If you’re an entry-level candidate looking for 2027 roles, you can find them posted on your school’s database/career page, and feel free to reach out to jobs@localhost with any questions.

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Organizing the Event

2026 was DMC’s second year hosting SWE externs, but the organization itself has a storied history. For over seven decades, the organization has centered itself around giving women engineers a voice and opportunities in STEM, and today the organization has 21,000 members and 300 student sections around the country.

DMC engineers and the Recruiting team first came up with the idea to partner with SWE in 2024. A few DMC engineers participated in SWE events throughout their college careers, seeing firsthand the impact an organization like SWE can have on professional growth.

They reached out to prominent universities in the Chicago area, invited students to apply for an externship, and designed a series of hands-on activities for groups to complete over the course of two days. It’s a great opportunity for young engineers to gain hands-on experience with tools they may not see in the classroom and to solve real engineering challenges they might encounter in their careers.

DMC’s 2026 SWE Externs & Itinerary

Students in the 2026 SWE Externship came from the University of Notre Dame, Northwestern University, and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The eight participants took part in the two-day program on January 6 and 7, where they were split into groups and guided through hands-on lab experiences by members of the Automation and Test & Measurement teams.

After completing the labs, the students networked with team members of the DMC Chicago office over lunch, attended a demo of our custom-built “Drop Bot”, and listened to project presentations created by DMC engineers. The event concluded with a 30-minute Q&A session with DMC CEO Frank Riordan.

Automation Lab

The Automation Lab was designed to show externs how to work in TIA Portal to program a Siemens 1212 PLC using ladder logic to control a two-way stoplight at an intersection. After reviewing the P&ID and functional specification, they structured the code by defining inputs, building a state machine for reliable operation, and setting outputs to control the lights.

They then downloaded their program to the PLC and tested system behavior using physical lights and a TP700 Comfort HMI panel, verifying that the stoplights responded correctly. The lab mirrored the planning, programming, and commissioning processes used in DMC automation projects.

Test & Measurement Lab

The Test & Measurement lab introduced the externs to industry hardware. Using an NI cDAQ with digital output and analog input modules, they sent signals and collected data from a simulated four-way intersection, applying their knowledge of signals to understand how the system responded. They began by using NI MAX to identify which signals corresponded to specific outputs, mirroring a common troubleshooting approach.

With this foundation, externs transitioned to programming in LabVIEW to build a more customized simulation of the intersection. They explored the graphical programming environment and considered ways to improve usability, gaining insight into how DMC consultants approach projects by first understanding existing systems and then enhancing them to better meet user needs.

Conclusion

The 2026 SWE externs made valuable connections with DMC engineers and gained hands-on experience with tools they may not encounter in the classroom. Just as importantly, the externship gave DMC engineers the opportunity to mentor and support the next generation as they prepare for their careers. We’re excited to continue building on this experience and look forward to hosting future SWE externships, creating even more opportunities for students to engage with our team, explore engineering in practice, and see what it’s like to be part of DMC.

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This Fall, we are interacting with students at over 30 schools and career fairs nationwide to connect with the next generation of engineers.

Who We Are

DMC is a leading engineering consulting firm, delivering high-caliber engineering and custom software development services globally. Our team members have the opportunity to work in five service areas across a wide range of industries on impactful, technically exciting projects.

We are more than 290 people strong with 15 locations nationwide. As an eight-time Crain’s Best Places to Work finalist, we take pride in our workplace culture and prioritize having fun! 

Who We Are Looking For

Want to work with customers across a variety of industries? Looking to grow your programming, project management, and business development skills? You’ll do all that and more at DMC.

We’re hiring full-time entry-level engineers for Summer 2026. If you’re a college senior graduating with a B.S. or M.S. in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• General Engineering

and want to work in the following service areas:

• Automation (& Electrical Engineering)
• Embedded Development

We want to meet you!

Application and Interview Process

1. Submit your resume through your school’s career services platform
2. (Encouraged) Attend the career fair DMC will be at
3. Selected students will be invited for an on-campus interview
4. Finalists will be invited to an on-site interview at the closest DMC office
5. Successful candidates will receive offers shortly after

Ready to launch your engineering career with DMC? Submit your application through your school’s career services platform, and don’t hesitate to reach out to jobs@localhost with any questions.

Fall 2025 Career Fair Schedule

Please submit your resume through your school’s database to be considered for an on-campus interview, and feel free to reach out to jobs@localhost with any questions.

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