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IEEE YP Panel & Networking Event - Starting a Career in Ocean Engineering & Science: Paths, Pitfalls, and Possibilities


Join the IEEE Young Professionals community at the inaugural Canadian Atlantic Ocean Symposium (CAOS 2026 - https://www.ieee-caos.org/) for a career-focused panel discussion and networking reception focused on opportunities in Ocean Engineering & Science.

This moderated panel will feature speakers from academia, industry, and government discussing:

  • Early-career transitions and professional growth
  • Long-term career pathways in ocean technology and research
  • Advice for students and young professionals entering the field
  • Building technical and professional networks in Atlantic Canada

Following the panel, attendees are invited to join the CAOS Opening Reception to continue conversations and network with conference participants and industry professionals.

Date: Monday, July 20, 2026
Location: Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Panel Time: ~6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Reception: ~7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

This event is intended for IEEE Young Professionals, graduate students, senior undergraduate students, and anyone interested in careers in the ocean sector.

Registration for IEEE Young Professionals and IEEE Student Members is free but required due to limited capacity.

Additional panelist and registration details will be announced closer to the event.

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Date and Time

Date: 20 Jul 2026Time: 06:00 PM ADT to 07:00 PM ADT

Location

  • 5269 Morris St
  • Halifax, Nova Scotia
  • Canada B3H 4R2
  • Building: Idea Building
  • Room Number: G109
  • Click here for Map

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Registration

  • Starts 02 June 2026 08:00 AM ADT
  • Ends 13 July 2026 12:00 AM ADT
  • No Admission Charge

Speakers

Amy

 

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Panel Moderator

Yousra

 

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Panelist - Yousra Abdelhady

Christopher

 

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Panelist - Christopher Whitt

Jean-François

 

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Panelist - Jean-François Bousquet





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