UCC - Comet Trek (Employer Site Visit) with Peterbilt

Join us on October 23, for an exciting Comet Trek to Peterbilt! Connect with professionals at one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle industry! Get a behind-the-scenes look at their innovative manufacturing operations and learn how they are shaping the future of transportation and engineering.

To Apply: Students must submit resume and answer Registration Survey questions on 12twenty to apply for participation. Students selected for the event will be notified via email. Applying does not guarantee a spot.

Application Link: https://utd.link/422

Preferred Majors: All Majors are welcome to apply!

Application Deadline: October 9, 2026
Spots Available: 30
Transportation: Students will be responsible for their own transportation.

Please apply only if you can commit to attending. No-shows may be disqualified from future treks. Need a class exemption? Let us know—we can contact your instructor.

Priority will be given to applications received before September 28, 2026. Applications received after this date will be considered only if spots remain, and students will be placed on a waitlist.

Please note that eligibility for this employer recruitment and career exploration event depends on the employer’s requirements. Selection will be based on their current hiring needs, qualifications, and open roles.

The UCC Program is a voluntary program that offers students the opportunity to observe professionals in the their workplace and explore potential career paths. These opportunities represent a wide range of external employers. The University does not endorse the policies or viewpoints of any employer. Students are responsible for evaluating potential opportunities and for ensuring alignment with their personal and professional standards.

Photography and video recording may occur at this event. By attending, you consent to being photographed and recorded for use by UT Dallas in promotional materials, social media, and university publications.