Employer Engagement
Recruiting at Syracuse University
We are excited to collaborate with alumni and employers to identify talent at Syracuse! There are several methods to increase student engagement and build your brand on campus. Connect with us to develop a customized campus recruitment strategy.
Other Ways for Employer Engagement:
- Attend Career Events
- Interview Students On-Campus or Remotely – Our staff can provide you access to qualified students and even provide the space to interview high-quality candidates right here at Syracuse University. Our Central Career Services office located at 111 Waverly Ave., Suite 230 has two private interview rooms.
- Looking to get online visibility for your organization? Post internships and entry-level opportunities on student/employer platform Handshake!
The Syracuse University Career Services team looks forward to connecting students with employers. Contact Syracuse University Career Services for more information. Syracuse University Career Services consistently hosts career fairs, professional development events, resume reviews, workshops and more. Below are the Spring 2026 Career Readiness events.
Syracuse University is proud to host its 2026 Career Week | September 28-October 2 at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Please join us for the Fall 2026 Career Fair: College of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Information Studies and School of Architecture scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2026 from 3-7pm in the JMA Wireless Dome!
We are hosting an evening Career Fair which targets students in the following areas of study:
- Biomedical and Chemical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Computer Science, and Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Data Science and Analytics, Information Management and Security, Applied Human-Centered AI, Information Systems and Library and Information Science.
- Students completing a professional Architecture degree, incorporating a combination of design creativity, architectural insight and an analytical mindset
However, the Fair is open to all Syracuse University students and alumni.
There is a $250 registration fee to attend this event.
Your registration provides you with the following:
- A single, 6 foot long table and two chairs
- The ability to send two representatives from your company ($50 per additional representative)
- General and targeted promotion of your corporation through the SU job posting system, Handshake
- Parking
- Food/refreshments
We are eager to have you meet our talented students. Click here to register for the event.
For questions related to this fair please reach out to Jennifer Fazio, Associate Director, College of Engineering & Computer Science, jssquire@syr.edu.
Syracuse University Veteran Career Services invites you to participate in the Student Veteran & Employer Networking Reception – Powered by Visions FCU, an exclusive event for Syracuse University Student Veterans and Veteran Career Services Employer Partners. This exciting event engages Syracuse University student veterans and employers for networking, career exploration, and job and internship opportunities.
Student Veteran & Employer Networking Reception – Powered by Visions FCU
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Club 44 @ JMA Wireless Arena; 900 Irving Ave, Syracuse, NY 13202
Event Considerations
- Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and refreshments
- This is an informal networking event
- Attire is business casual
- Business cards suggested for distribution
- There are NO booths or tabling at this event
- Cash bar
Why attend?
For employers, you will have the opportunity to:
- Showcase your organization and employment opportunities to student veterans;
- Meet veterans who are ready to bring their skills and experiences to your organization;
- Connect with skilled candidates who are team players and proven leaders.
We look forward to seeing you at the Student Veteran & Employer Networking Reception on Wednesday, September 30, 2026
If you have any questions, please email Adelle Moore at amoore72@syr.edu.
Join us for the Fall 2026 Career & Internship Fair, a premier recruiting event designed to connect your organization with Syracuse University’s diverse and driven student body. Whether you’re looking to fill early-talent roles or paid internships, this is your opportunity to engage with future leaders across a wide range of disciplines.
📍 JMA Wireless Dome
📅 Thursday, October 1
🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Meet hundreds of motivated students eager to learn about your organization, share their skills, and explore career opportunities. Don’t miss this chance to build your brand on campus and recruit top-tier talent!
There is a $150 registration fee to attend this event. Your registration provides you with the following:
- A single, 6-foot-long table and two chairs
- The ability to send two representatives from your company ($50 per additional representative)
- General and targeted promotion of your corporation through the SU job posting system, Handshake
- Parking
- Food/refreshments
For questions regarding the Career & Internship Fair and/or Sponsorship & Employer Partnerships, please get in touch with Lisette Child, Assistant Director, Employer Relations, Central Career Services at ldchild@syr.edu.
Join us at Syracuse University for the 2026 Graduate & Law School Fair on Friday, October 2nd 11:00am – 2:00pm! This Fair is being held in-person at the JMA Wireless Dome. The fair is open to all majors and designed for students considering additional schooling to achieve future career objectives. Please complete and confirm your registration as soon as possible.
There is a $300 registration fee to attend this event. Your registration provides you with the following:
- A single, 6-foot-long table and two chairs
- The ability to send two representatives from your company ($50 per additional representative)
- General and targeted promotion of your corporation through the SU job posting system, Handshake
- Parking
- Food/refreshments
Lineup of events for the day:
9:00am – 11:00am Unloading/table set up
11:00am – 2:00pm Info Fair
10:30am – 1:30pm Brunch will be provided
For questions, please contact Lindsay Mason, Employer Relations Specialist at Central Career Services, at lmmcgloon@syr.edu.
Alumni employers or employees seeking to reconnect with Syracuse University or engage with current students are invited to explore the following.
- Firsthand: Mentorship opportunities.
- Handshake: Post employment and internship opportunities, create employer accounts and more.
- #HireOrange: Share jobs, make career connections and find professional development opportunities.
- Programs and Events: Connect as a panelist, immersion trip host and more.
- Syracuse University Alumni Association: Personal professional development.
- Current Students, Recent Alumni: Contact Syracuse University Career Services to express interest and to learn more.
- Alumni (over two years of experience.): Email the Alumni Association to express interest and to learn more.
- Student-Athletes: Contact Student-Athlete Engagement, to express interest and learn more.
- Veteran Students: Contact Veteran Career Services, to express interest and to learn more.
Through Handshake, employers will connect with students seeking internships, employment, event details and employer descriptions. Failure to complete the following may result in delays. Additional information is available on the Handshake instructional webpage.
Employer Handshake Accounts
- If you do not have an existing account, please create an Employer Handshake account by following the Accessing Handshake (Employers) instructions.
- Ensure all employer account requirements are completed.
- Request approval with Syracuse University.
- Employers will receive a Handshake notification once approved.
Requirements
- Account information is accurate (e.g. email domain must match company website domain).
- Must reflect connection to Syracuse University majors, schools, colleges and accreditation. Details are available on the Find a Program webpage.
- Must not be a duplicate Employer account. If your company has multiple locations, departments or divisions, please use a single profile whenever possible. For more support, see How to Add Divisions to Your Company.
- Complete an accurate opportunity postings (e.g. employment, internships, events). This is important for employment qualifications, as students are trained to complete their Handshake profile to best showcase relevant candidate populations.
We welcome you to partner with our career centers to either engage with existing programming or help develop new and unique programs to creatively recruit students at Syracuse University.
Please see schools and colleges to learn more about who you can connect with to facilitate an event in partnership with academic programs relevant to your industry or industries.
For further assistance on the approval or co-facilitation on any events at Syracuse University, please contact Syracuse University Career Services.
With Handshake, employers have the option to post any career development or employer engagement opportunities directly to Syracuse University. Once posted and approval is requested with Syracuse University, Syracuse University Career Services and the related school or college career center will approve relevant and impactful events for our students.
Please note, to facilitate any in-person events on campus, you must first partner directly with an individual school or college career center or Central Career Services. Please see schools and colleges to learn more about who you can connect with to facilitate an event in partnership with academic programs relevant to your industry or industries.
For further assistance on the approval or co-facilitation on any events at Syracuse University, please contact Syracuse University Career Services.
