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Partnering with a college gives employers direct access to emerging talent, helping them build a strong pipeline for future hires. Through career fairs, workshops, and internships, companies can identify and develop promising students while enhancing their brand presence on campus. This collaboration also supports industry-relevant skill development, creating a mutually beneficial relationship that meets both business and student career goals.

Why Should You Connect With Us?

Establishing a connection with a college offers employers a unique opportunity to engage with emerging talent and build a strong pipeline for future hires. By collaborating with colleges, employers can participate in career fairs, host workshops, and offer internships that allow them to identify and nurture promising students early on. This partnership helps companies address their talent needs and enhances their brand presence on campus. Additionally, working closely with academic institutions enables employers to contribute to the development of industry-relevant skills and ensures a mutually beneficial relationship that supports both the organization’s and students’ career goals. The diverse range of majors and skill sets in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences can help with any recruitment effort.

Opportunities to Partner with CLAHS

  • Have internship/job opportunities advertised to students
  • Participate in our Take the Lead Series
  • Sponsor an employer table at the College of Liberal Arts and Haman Sciences building
  • Getting connected with faculty for classroom visits
  • Participate in a webinar for current students, alumni, and others
  • Create a new internship (we can share best practices and review your position) or recruit a student for an existing position
  • Hire a Hokie by signing up for Handshake, Virginia Tech’s platform for posting jobs, accessing resumes, and interviewing.
  • Allow students to participate in a job shadow

How to Connect With Us

Interested in partnering with the college or connecting with the Assistant Director of Employer Relations and Career Services? Contact Kate Renz at katerenz19@vt.edu or 540-231-7729.