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Looking Past The Degree: What Every Recruiter Should Know

If you’re recruiting students and recent grads, you might have a vision of what the “perfect” resume and degree background looks like. But while that applicant may possess the right degree under their belt, they may not necessarily have the right soft skills for the position.

New graduates with the motivation, professionalism, and desire to learn about their target industry are the ones who find the most success and these traits aren’t limited to certain majors. That’s why it’s important to consider applicants from diverse backgrounds – after all, having employees with a wide range of experiences can help you build a much stronger and well-rounded team. But, hiring new graduates from different disciplines comes with its own set of challenges – the most obvious one being how to assess the candidate’s application without taking their educational background into account.

How to Make Sure Students and Grads Know About Your Fall Recruitment Season

September 16, 2015 / Jasmine Williams / 0 Comments

You’ve organized your events, posted your roles, and you have a solid hiring strategy in place. By all intents and purposes, you are ready to tackle Fall Campus Recruitment Season head on.

Except for one thing – your target talent pool might not know you’re hiring.

For most students, September is all about hitting the books, not the job search. Less than 20% of students are looking for work at this time. However, 70% of employers do the majority of their recruiting in the fall. Therefore, to capture busy students’ attention, your recruitment strategy also needs an effective marketing plan.

The best way to reach students is to go to where they spend the majority of their time – online. Content, social media, and email marketing are some of the best ways to promote your events and opportunities but before you get started, there are two things to remember:

So Many Candidates, So Little Time: How To Streamline Your Campus Fall Recruitment Strategy

September 9, 2015 / Jasmine Williams / 0 Comments

Fall Campus Recruitment Season is upon us once again – and as a recruiter, you’re looking for the best and brightest talent that universities and colleges have to offer. However, with all the information sessions, career fairs, and networking nights on your calendar, it can be difficult to keep pace with every student that comes your way.

Dealing with high-volume campus recruitment events can get chaotic. In order to minimize stress and maximize efficiency, you need to have a game plan. A good strategy starts before you set foot on campus, and will keep you organized long after you leave. From set-up to take-down and everything in between, these tips will ensure you have your most successful Fall recruitment season yet.