UPcoming Events

Maine is a national leader in the marine and coastal sectors, with a dynamic Blue Economy powered by innovation, research, and industry leadership. The University of Maine Blue Economy Career Summit brings together students, employers, researchers, and professionals from across Maine’s marine and coastal sectors for a one-day event focused on career pathways, workforce development, and connecting with future employers.

This one-day Summit builds on the momentum of the Maine Blue Economy Innovation Summit, expanding the focus to highlight workforce needs, emerging career opportunities, and student talent across the University of Maine System and partner organizations.

Participants will engage in interactive programming designed to connect talent with opportunity, including:

• Employer academic and industry career panel
• Networking and career conversations with professionals
• Breakout sessions focused on career pathways and workforce skills
• Student research and innovation talks and posters