What is Tech Fair?
Long ago, when Java ran on less than 3 billion devices, Tech Fair was the CSSS's way
of making sure our society members learned about the world beyond SFU. As time
marched on, Tech Fair disappeared and was slowly forgotten...
...but, just like everything else, Tech Fair was rebooted! Since 2022, Tech Fair has
been growing which means more booths, more students and more LinkedIn connections.
Whether you're a first year or on your last semester, Tech Fair is your opportunity to find out what companies are looking for. It's also-
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- When: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 10AM - 4PM
- Where: SFU Burnaby campus in Academic Quadrangle's northern corridor
- Who: Over 2,500 Computing Science students, tech companies in various sectors and you
In summary, Tech Fair is an excellent opportunity to meet your future co-workers!
I'm a student, why should I go?
Here are 3 reasons:
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You saw content about people making $250k/year after a 6 month boot camp and thought it would be easy money.
You are passionate about tech and want to use your highly technical skills to solve difficult problems. -
You enrolled in CS after seeing the tech boom of 2020 and thought you'd walk into a job after graduation.
You've always wanted to work in a tech related field, but you want to make sure your skills are being used for the right company. -
You're super desperate after the tech gold rush ended and now you're trying to get a referral for any job related to your degree.
You want to talk to industry professionals about their company and what you can offer each other!
Most importantly of all, Tech Fair is free and organized for YOU.
Who's coming?
Join this list of companies interested in hiring you!
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A career at ICBC is an opportunity to be part of a talented, diverse and inclusive team that is driven to serve its customers and community. Make the most of your skills and take the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Expect a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and a challenging work environment. Drive your career with ICBC.
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Kardium Inc. is a rapidly growing medical solutions company that has developed an advanced system for the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF), which affects more than 59 million people worldwide. Learn about the Globe® Mapping and Ablation System and join Kardium's next step in their upcoming commercial launch.
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A global leader in work and resource management software, Planview makes it easy for all organizations to achieve their goals. They provide the industry’s most comprehensive solutions designed for businesses around the world. Join Planview's more than 700 employees and serve over 5,000 customers worldwide.
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TELUS' Graduate Technology Leadership Program (GTLP) is a one-of-a-kind technical development program for new grads in engineering and technology. With talented team members as mentors and a keen focus on cutting-edge technology, you can join innovators shaping Canada's tech landscape.
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Safe Software transforms organizations with FME, the only All-Data Any-AI Enterprise Integration Platform connecting all your data, anywhere. With over 30 years of expertise and over 25,000 enterprise customers across 125 countries, Safe will simplify your data's journey.
I work for a company
Tech Fair is a great opportunity to expand your brand and market your company.
Reach out to over 2,000 Computer Science students who are waiting be your next
rockstar!
Influence aspiring developers by telling them about your company's culture,
opportunities, and impact. Who knows, you may find the perfect person that will
thrive in your workplace!
My company is interested, what else can you tell me?
Your spot comes with a bulletin board, a table and free food.
Our attendance fee for companies is $800. We want to ensure that as
many companies attend, so every single studio, enterprise, and startup in the area
is invited. To make sure costs are not an issue, if your company has
less than 50 employees we offer a discounted price of
$500.
If you'd like to know more, check out our
sponsorship package.
Don't miss this chance to show off who you are!
How do I sign us up?
Send an email to csss-techfair@sfu.ca with:
- Your company's name
- Any questions about the event
We promise to get back to you as soon as possible!
See You There!
