Department of Civil Engineering Successfully Organizes ‘Civil Connect 2026’ Career Fair

The Department of Civil Engineering at University of Moratuwa successfully hosted ‘Civil Connect 2026’, its official Civil Engineering Career Fair, on 30th April 2026 at the department premises. Organized by the Civil Engineering Society (CES), the event connected final-year undergraduates of the 21st Batch with leading companies in the civil engineering and construction sectors, strengthening ties between academia and industry.

The career fair featured nearly 25 renowned organizations representing areas such as structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation, construction, and project management. The opening ceremony, held at the Civil Auditorium, included addresses by the Head of the Department, Prof. U. P. Nawagamuwa, and the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Prof. J. Manatunge, who highlighted the importance of industry collaboration in shaping future engineering professionals. Industry representatives also shared insights and encouragement with students entering the professional world.

Following the ceremony, students participated in interview and recruitment sessions with company representatives, gaining internship opportunities, career guidance, and direct industry exposure. Many undergraduates secured multiple internship and employment opportunities, reflecting the high demand for graduates from the Department of Civil Engineering. Civil Connect 2026 marked another significant achievement for the Civil Engineering Society and reaffirmed the commitment of the department to producing skilled, and industry-ready engineers.