Industry Opportunities

Partner with the University of Toronto's Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE)

At The Edward S. Rogers Sr. Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Toronto, we believe in the power of collaboration between industry leaders, innovative students, and top-tier researchers.

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Opportunities to Collaborate

Work with us

We bring together students, faculty, and industry professionals, offering unique networking opportunities and tailored engagements.

ECE Industry Days

Our flagship industry-focused event series fosters connections across the ECE community. Showcase your organization, explore innovative research opportunities and engage with the next generation of engineering leaders.

Professional Experience Year Co-op (PEY Co-op)

Gain access to our talented students through this work-integrated learning program. Host paid co-op placements that prepare students for impactful engineering careers and build your future talent pipeline.

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Support us

Sponsor ECE events, initiatives and establish scholarships to make a lasting impact in your field. As a supporter, your brand gains visibility within the ECE community while helping nurture the next generation of engineering talent.

ECE Capstone Design Competition

Engage with final-year students as they tackle real-world challenges. Sponsoring this event provides early access to fresh ideas and exceptional talent, positioning your organization at the forefront of innovation.

Here's how you sponsor a capstone design competition:

A one-time gift of $30,000 supports student teams in developing their final-year projects with an emphasis on hardware-based prototypes.

Why Partner with Us?

Build Your Talent Pipeline

We connect industry partners with future leaders in engineering through programs like the Professional Experience Year (PEY Co-op) and Graduate Student Internships. By offering these internships, your organization gains access to students equipped with top technical skills and real-world experience to help drive your business goals forward.

Engage with Future Talent

Connect directly with the next generation of electrical and computer engineering innovators and promote your brand through exclusive events and engagement opportunities. Participate in our ECE Industry Days or collaborate on research partnerships. These connections allow you to engage with current and future leaders, showcase your organization, and build a lasting impact on the ECE community.

Research Partnerships for Innovation

Access our renowned research expertise to accelerate your business strategy. Partnering with our faculty, researchers, and students allows you to leverage cutting-edge insights across fields like Biomedical Engineering, Energy Systems, and Photonics.

Our Advantage

Excellence

Our strength lies in the calibre of our people — students, faculty, and staff — who bring high achievement and dedication to all they do.

42 Fellows of the IEEE,  7 of Optica, 10 of the Royal Society of Canada, 20 of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and 4 E.W.R. Steacie Fellows

Innovation

U of T ECE is internationally recognized as a force in high-tech innovation, advancing creative solutions and novel ideas across disciplines.

200 inventions disclosed and over 135 patents secured over the past five years, ECE holds more than 50% of all U of T Engineering invention disclosures

Diversity

We embrace diverse perspectives, knowing that they fuel high-quality engineering. This commitment to inclusivity fosters a vibrant environment where ideas flourish.

33% of students in Electrical & Computer Engineering are women

Scale

As the largest ECE department in Canada, we offer extensive resources and a flexible curriculum, ensuring broad, impactful opportunities for students and partners alike.

9 of 10 ECE invention disclosures included a student inventor

Contact Us

Ready to take the next step? We’re here to help you explore how a partnership with U of T’s Electrical & Computer Engineering department can elevate your organization.