[liquidcool]

There is a very big difference between going to an info session/mixer with no intentions to join, and going on an interview. Companies I know want as many engineers going to network and learn about what they are doing. Things can change in the future, and these are casual events.

Going on a "practice" interview is a bad practice because everyone's time is wasted. There are lots of resources for practicing your interview skills without misleading someone.

So go, have some free food, ask questions and make friends.