Campus Recruiting
Job Posting, FREE
All employers are encouraged to announce open positions directly to students through our University Career Portal, Handshake. Sign up or sign in today to share your exciting opportunities with Kent State Students!
Career Fairs, FREE-$$$
Kent State hosts dozens of career fairs each year, from a semesterly, major-wide fair, to niche, industry-specific fairs. Cost, location, format, and recurrence vary. Information for each fair is typically posted 2-4 months in advance. Sign up or sign in to Handshake today to view the current list of fairs and register.
Newsletter Marketing, FREE
Need some extra help marketing your positions to students? Let us know! We may be able to highlight your opportunity in one of our Career Community focused newsletters. Complete this interest form for consideration!
Connect with a Student Organization, FREE
Reach out and offer to attend one of their meetings or bring them on-site to your office for a tour! We have hundreds of student organizations on campus, many of which are focused on professional development and would love to meet with you.
On-campus interviewing, FREE-$$$
Interviewing on campus is a great way to build your brand and engage with more candidates in less time. Plus, skip the scheduling hassle by utilizing Handshake’s built in features. Sign up or sign in to Handshake today to view availability and reserve a room.
Future Focused Friday Workshop, FREE
Do you have professional development knowledge you can’t wait to share with students and prospective applicants? Complete the interest form for the option to participate in one of our Future Focused Friday workshops. You’ll be partnered with a CED staff member to present tips and tricks for the day’s professional development topic to students looking for a leg up! Limited availability each semester, so complete the interest form early!
Flashternships, FREE
Flashternships are a unique way to bring students and industry professionals together, all for the purpose of helping students explore career possibilities. Offering these temporary job-shadow experiences is a great way to build your brand within the campus community and help educate the professionals of tomorrow. Learn more about Flashternships here.
Info Table, $$-$$$
Information tables can be a great way to engage with students on campus. Bring some giveaways, prepare an activity, talk about your brand, and share with students what makes you a great place to work! Available in various locations across campus at various costs, up to $25 per table per day. Complete the interest form for more information and scheduling availability.
Networking Events, FREE-$$$
Many of our Career Communities host industry-specific networking events throughout the year. Previous examples include the IS/IT Expo, the Arts Without Limits Conference, Careers in Health and Wellness Week, and College of Aeronautics and Engineering Industry nights. We’re always looking for employer participation. Complete the interest form to connect with an organizer.
Mock Interviews, FREE
Volunteer to help students develop this essential professional skill! Schedules and industry areas may vary. Complete the interest form for more information.
Employer Meet & Greet, $$$+
Host an informal/casual networking session on campus in a conference or meeting room space at the Kent Student Center. High top tables, tablecloths, and water provided; additional food and appetizers optional via Kent State Dining. Limited availability, 30 day advance request required, and cost starting at $150. Complete the interest form for more information.