Engage with UMD students through events that educate them about your organization and available opportunities while facilitating networking. Post your in-person, virtual, or hybrid events on Handshake to invite UMD students!
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Student Engagement Events
Browse popular employer event formats below. When you are ready, post your position on Handshake. Have questions or wish to speak with an Employer Relations team member? Email us at ucc-recruiting@umd.edu.
Ways to Engage UMD Students:
Career Fairs
Purpose: Brand Building and Recruiting.
Description: Connect with students at campus-wide or niche career fairs each semester.
Current Options: Career Fairs & Networking Event Page
Industry Meetups
Purpose: Brand Building and Recruiting.
Description: Industry-specific recruiting roundtables for students and employers in hiring mode to connect.
Current Options: Career Fairs & Networking Event Page
Information Sessions
Purpose: Engagement and Recruiting.
Description: Provide students with an opportunity to learn about your organization and roles.
Current Options: Post your event in Handshake. Email ucc-recruiting@umd.edu with questions.
Resume and Mock Interview Clinics
Purpose: Engagement and Education
Description: Provide feedback on student resumes or interview skills
Current Options: Volunteer Page
Office Hours
Purpose: Engagement and Education
Description: Schedule 1-on-1, small group appointments or open drop-ins to review resumes, conduct mock interviews, or answer questions.
Current Options: Can be scheduled at the employer’s discretion, email ucc-recruiting@umd.edu.
Tech Talk or Product Demo
Purpose: Education and Recruiting
Description: Host a tech talk or product demo to provide insights into emerging tech or your organization’s products
Current Options: Can be scheduled at the employer’s discretion. Email ucc-recruiting@umd.edu.
Pre-Night Interview Session
Purpose: Education and Recruiting.
Description: Prepare students for interviews by meeting with your representatives and providing more information about your organization.
Simulation or Hack-a-Thon
Purpose: Education and Engagement.
Description: Engage students in interactive activities.
Current Options: Can be scheduled at the employer’s discretion, email ucc-recruiting@umd.edu.
Tabling (in the Student Union food court or outside of University Career Center)
Purpose: Brand Building and Engagement.
Description: Interact informally with students in high-traffic areas.
Current Options: Can be scheduled at the employer’s discretion, email ucc-recruiting@umd.edu.
Custom
- If your desired event type is not listed, please contact us at ucc-recruiting@umd.edu to creat a custom event.. We will be happy to assist you!
Factors to consider for hosting or participating in events
Your Goals: Define your event objectives, such as brand awareness, talent sourcing, or expertise sharing.
Timing: Align your event with the UMD academic calendar.
Desired target audience: Identify the groups of students you hope to engage, including their class levels, academic majors, and identities.
Format: Choose a format that best meets your goals, considering creative engagement methods.
Food Options
On-campus Catering
Dining Services offers a wide range of options for lunch orders or event catering. Ensure delivery orders are placed by 9:30 a.m. the day before your interview or event.
Off-Campus Catering
The Center is within walking distance of various food options. You can also have food delivered to:
The University Career Center & The President's Promise, 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing, 4130 Campus Drive, College Park, MD 20742.
Food Court
See a list of Stamp Student Union food court vendors. Note that the food court is busiest between noon and 1:30 p.m., so plan interview times accordingly.
COVID Operating Status: We welcome employers for in-person and virtual events, adhering to UMD COVID guidelines. Please visit the UMD COVID guidelines for visitors for additional information.
Connect with an Employer Relations Team Member
