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Marshall University to host global aerospace leader Embraer for career panel, networking event

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Marshall University will welcome representatives from Embraer, one of the world’s largest aircraft manufacturers, to the Huntington campus Thursday, Oct. 22, for a career panel and networking event connecting students with professionals across the aerospace industry.

The event is open to all Marshall students, faculty and staff and is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Shawkey Dining Room at the Memorial Student Center. Students from all academic disciplines are invited to attend.

The panel discussion and Q&A will take place from 11 a.m. to noon, followed by breakout sessions from noon to 12:30 p.m.

As the third-largest commercial aircraft manufacturer in the world, Embraer offers career opportunities extending well beyond aviation, including engineering, cybersecurity, business, flight operations and aircraft maintenance.

The visit builds on Marshall’s existing industry partnership with Embraer and reflects the university’s commitment to workforce development, connecting students with employers and expanding pathways to internships and employment.

The event will feature five Embraer professionals representing a range of career fields:

Verosh Bhatti – Flight Operations
Amanda Guth – Human Resources
Joanna Kiel – Marshall University alumna
Joice Gomez – Engineering
Troy Lyon – Maintenance Operations

Panelists will discuss career pathways, workforce development, aerospace innovation, internships and professional growth. Following the panel discussion, students can participate in smaller breakout sessions with Embraer representatives for personalized conversations about their career interests and opportunities within the industry.

Attendees are encouraged to RSVP at:
bnfs@marshall.edu.

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Leah C. Payne
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