Employer Engagement

STEM Careers Fair

Sponsored by Newton

Date: Monday 2 November 2026
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Location: The Forum, Streatham Campus

Our STEM Careers Fair, sponsored by Newton, is open to a range of STEM-focused companies looking to boost your profile and meet with our high calibre students, whilst promoting graduate vacancies, internships, placements and postgraduate courses.

A smaller event in comparison to our autumn careers fairs with up to 25 stands, the STEM Careers Fair provides a unique opportunity to meet with approximately 400-600 current Exeter students.

Who will attend?

The event is marketed to University of Exeter students from all years and disciplines, including those based at our Penryn campus in Cornwall, but will be most suited to students in our Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy. This includes those studying:

  • Computer Science
  • Earth and Environmental Sciences
  • Ecology and Conservation
  • Engineering
    • Mechanical
    • Civil
    • Materials
    • Electronic
    • Renewable Energy
  • Geography
    • Physical
    • Human
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Natural Sciences
  • Economics
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Management

As we encourage early consideration of career pathways, you can expect those in the first year through to their final year to attend. Our graduates are also welcome.

Please note: This fair is not suitable for teaching agencies seeking to engage with our PGCE students, those looking to recruit nursing students or those offering volunteering opportunities or unpaid/chargeable internships. Companies offering paid-for services, with the exception of postgraduate courses, are also not permitted.

For practical tips on preparing for, attending, and following up after the fair, including guidance on engaging international students, please read our Employer Guide to Attending Careers Fairs.

Further information

How to book

If you are interested in attending the STEM Careers Fair 2026, sponsored by Newton please complete this expression of interest form. We have limited spaces remaining and will only be in touch if we can offer you a stand at the fair.

If you haven’t already, you will need to set up your My Career Zone account to be able to access the event registration form.

If you are an agency booking on behalf of a client, the booking must be made under the client’s name and My Career Zone record.

Please also check your My Career Zone notification settings to ensure you receive emails and alerts confirming your booking status.

Fair charges

Exhibitor rates

Standard rate: £100 + VAT
(applies to most companies unless a special rate is listed below)

Agency rate: £125 + VAT
(for all recruitment and job portals, specialising in graduate recruitment only)

Charity and Local SME rate: £50 + VAT
(for registered charities recruiting to their own organisation for paid roles, professional bodies, and SMEs based in Cornwall, Devon, or Somerset with fewer than 250 staff)

Please note

  • Due to high demand, we recommend completing the expression of interest form promptly.
  • Spaces for recruitment agencies and job portals (specialising in graduate recruitment only) are capped.
  • Discounted rate places are limited and allocated at our discretion.

What’s included

  • A stand space (2m width x 1.5m depth x 2m height approximately, inclusive of table). Only suitable for slim (roll-up) banner stands  
  • One table (1.5m width x 0.55m depth x 0.74m height) and two chairs  
  • One electrical point  
  • Wifi access (subject to restrictions; you will need to bring a dongle if you have an encrypted laptop)
  • Tickets for catered buffet for two representatives per stand
  • Tea, coffee and water available throughout the evening
  • One parking space (extremely limited and subject to availability)

Please note that due to space restrictions we can only allow a maximum of 2 representatives per stand (the stand should not be solely managed by a Student Brand Ambassador).

Payment information

  • Invoices will be issued after the event.
  • Please ensure invoicing details are accurate and complete; errors may incur a £100 processing fee.
  • Credit card payments are not accepted.

Fair venue, access and opening times

The fair will take place at University of Exeter Forum, Stocker Road, Exeter, Devon EX4 4PZ.

The event will open to students from 18:00 to 20:00. 

Exhibitors will be able to access the building to set up from 16:00 to 21:00.

Cancellation 

Cancellation must be received in writing by emailing employer-events@exeter.ac.uk by Monday 21 September 2026. Cancellations received after this date will result in the full cost being incurred. Failure to attend the fair, regardless of reason, will result in the full charge being levied.

Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy

To view this fair's terms and conditions please visit University of Exeter STEM Careers Fair 2026 - Terms and Conditions.pdf.

Any data provided to the University by any party will be processed in accordance with the Student Employability and Academic Success (SEAS) Privacy Policy.