Suggested events for networking as a young professional
October 11-14, 2026 | Denver, Colorado Connect with professionals, educators, leaders, and next gen geoscience talent.
October 12–15, 2026, Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Develop essential skills, connect with peers, and have meaningful conversations.
December 7-11, 2026 | San Francisco Join Earth and space scientists to share research, connect, collaborate, and inspire one another.
February 8–12, 2027 New York City, New York | Attend high-profile sessions and network with peers and industry leaders.
Esri YPN | Regional Chapters
Date: September 17, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (CDT)
Location: Esri Regional Office, 19026 Ridgewood Parkway, Suite 309, San Antonio, TX 78259
Cost: No cost
Join us at the fall Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) chapter meetup. This will be a fantastic opportunity to engage in networking and professional development at the Esri Regional Office.
At this meetup, you can look forward to an engaging networking activity to get to know your peers and build your professional support system. Then, we will host guest speakers from the region who will share insights into their career journeys, the obstacles they encountered, and how they successfully navigated them.
Esri YPN | Regional Chapters
Date: September 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (PDT)
Location: Esri Headquarters, Building M, Triplex C , 380 New York Street, Redlands, CA
Cost: No cost
Interested in an internship at Esri? Join us for an HR-led session covering intern applications, including insider tips and best practices for standing out in the selection process. The presentation will be followed by a panel of former interns who are now full-time employees, offering insights into their career journeys and an opportunity to network with fellow attendees.
Esri YPN | Regional Chapters
Date: September 30, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. (MDT)
Location: Esri Regional Office, 167 S. Taylor Ave, Louisville, CO 80027
Cost: No cost
Join us at the fall Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) chapter meetup. This will be a fantastic opportunity to engage in networking and professional development at the Esri Regional Office.
At this meetup, you can look forward to an engaging networking activity to get to know your peers and build your professional support system. Then, we will host a panel-style session featuring GIS leaders from the region who will share insights into their career journeys, the obstacles they encountered, and how they successfully navigated them.
Esri YPN | Regional Chapters
Date: September 30, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM–2:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Esri Regional Office, 3325 Springbank Lane, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28226
Cost: No cost
Join us at the fall Esri Young Professionals Network (YPN) chapter meetup. This will be a fantastic opportunity to engage in networking and professional development at the Esri regional office.
At this meetup, you can look forward to an engaging networking activity to get to know your peers and build your professional support system. Then, we will host a panel-style session featuring GIS leaders from the region who will share insights into their career journeys, the obstacles they encountered, and how they successfully navigated them.
Mentorship Matters: Growing Your GIS Career Through Connection
Webinar
Building a GIS portfolio that opens doors
Webinar
GIS Career Insights from Veterans
Webinar
Navigating Challenges in Your GIS Journey
Webinar
Future-Proofing Your GIS Career
Webinar
How to Market Yourself into a GIS Career Webinar
Webinar
GIS Leadership Academy
Online and in person
American Association of Geographers (AAG) events
Online and in person
Ethnically Diverse Geospatial Engagement (EDGE)
Online and in person
United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation
Online and in person
Stay inspired and motivated on your career journey by joining the Esri Young Professionals Network.