Technology Students and Industry Recruiters to Connect at NAB Show Mixer
The NAB Leadership Foundation and NAB PILOT will host their second mixer for technology students at the 2026 NAB Show, uniting emerging talent with broadcast industry recruiters for an evening of networking and career exploration.
The event is set for April 18, 5–6:30 p.m., in the North Hall, Room N225/226 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Approximately 70 students from this year’s Technology Apprenticeship Program (TAP) and NAB PILOT’s NextGen TV Fellowship will participate. Recruiters and industry partners will have the opportunity to meet entry-level candidates prepared for engineering and technology roles—positions many stations are eager to fill.
“The foundation’s TAP students, along with the NextGen fellows, represent the next generation of technically trained individuals who are embracing innovation and shaping the future of broadcasting. We strongly encourage hiring managers to join us for this mixer to engage with our participants and be the first to set up potential interviews.”
—Michelle Duke, President, NAB Leadership Foundation
Organizations may attend the mixer for a fee that includes space to display materials and access to a student roster with resumes. Space is limited, so early reservation is recommended.
Who Should Attend
- Broadcast station groups and media technology companies seeking engineering and technical talent
- HR leaders and hiring managers building early-career pipelines
- Technical team leads interested in meeting candidates with hands-on training
About the Programs
The NAB Leadership Foundation’s Technology Apprenticeship Program (TAP) offers college students and recent graduates hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to real-world broadcast engineering and technology environments. Participants gain practical skills and industry insights that prepare them to contribute on day one.
NAB PILOT’s NextGen TV Fellowship is an immersive experience introducing students to the television broadcast industry, with a focus on applied learning, innovation, and the evolving ATSC 3.0/NextGen TV ecosystem. Fellows collaborate on projects that reflect current industry priorities and emerging technologies.
About NAB Show
NAB Show is a premier global event for broadcast, media, and entertainment, taking place April 18–22, 2026 (exhibits: April 19–22) in Las Vegas. Produced by the National Association of Broadcasters, it convenes creators, technologists, exhibitors, and decision-makers exploring advancements across AI, the creator economy, sports, streaming, and cloud. With curated destinations, immersive education, and extensive networking, NAB Show fosters both discovery and deal-making, continuing its legacy as a catalyst for innovation in today’s multi-platform world.
