LRC News

Alumni Help Prepare LRC Students for Job Market

Two LRC alumni recently returned to speak to current students about the structure of the lighting industry and how to navigate the job-searching process. Kelly Seeger, an associate with ICF International and current IES NYC chapter president, and  Peping Dee, principal in his own fixture design company called Inform Lightworks, spent a Saturday outlining the lighting industry “food chain” and discussing job opportunities based on interests and industry needs. There was an in-depth question-and-answer period and, for those interested, Ms. Seeger and Mr. Dee also provided feedback on the strength and appearance of the students’ resumes.

About the Lighting Research Center

The Lighting Research Center (LRC) is part of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute of Troy, N.Y., and is the leading university-based research center devoted to lighting. The LRC offers the world's premier graduate education in lighting, including one- and two-year master's programs and a Ph.D. program. Since 1988 the LRC has built an international reputation as a reliable source for objective information about lighting technologies, applications, and products. The LRC also provides training programs for government agencies, utilities, contractors, lighting designers, and other lighting professionals. Visit http://www.lrc.rpi.edu.