IFT Chicago Section Suppliers’ Symposium & Expo 2025
Connect with 3,000+ Food Industry Professionals at Chicago’s Premier Food Technology Event
Join Illinois Tech students at the nation’s largest regional food industry symposium and expo. This Elevate experience provides unparalleled networking with over 500 exhibitors and 3,000 industry professionals, offering direct access to Chicago’s thriving food technology sector and potential career opportunities.
Date: November 5, 2025 | Location: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center | Cost: FREE Attendance
Event Schedule
- 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Technical Symposium – Latest research and industry presentations
- 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Exhibition Floor – 500+ exhibitors showcasing innovations
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Networking Reception – Connect with industry professionals
Why Illinois Tech Students Should Attend
- Network with Industry Leaders: Meet representatives from PepsiCo, Kraft Heinz, Abbott Nutrition, and more
- Explore Career Paths: Discover internship and full-time opportunities in food science and engineering
- Learn Cutting-Edge Technology: See the latest innovations in food processing and automation
- Connect with IIT Alumni: Multiple Illinois Tech graduates will be exhibiting
- Build Professional Relationships: Exclusive networking reception with hiring managers
Perfect For These Illinois Tech Programs
• Food Science & Nutrition
• Chemical Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Stuart School of Business (Supply Chain & Marketing)
• Computer Science (Food Tech Applications)
Illinois Tech Support & Resources
Career Services will provide:
- Free shuttle transportation from Mies Campus
- Pre-event networking workshop (October 28, 4:00 PM)
- Resume review sessions specific to food industry
- Professional attire through Career Closet if needed
- Illinois Tech meetup point at the expo for group networking
Registration Deadline: October 25, 2025
Questions? Contact Career Services at careers@iit.edu or visit Hermann Hall, Room 202
This event satisfies Elevate program professional development requirements
