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.
Please join us for the Spring 2026 SU College of Engineering and Computer Science Career & Internship Fair scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026 from 3-7pm in the Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center.
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) is hosting an evening Career & Internship Fair open to students primarily from the following four departments:
- Biomedical and Chemical Engineering
- Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Computer Science
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
However, the Fair is open to all Syracuse University students and alumni.
There is a $250 registration fee which will provide you with the following:
- A single, 6-foot-long table/booth and two chairs
- The ability to bring two representatives ($50 per additional representative)
- General and targeted promotion of your corporation through the SU job posting system, Handshake
- Parking (TBD)
- Food/refreshments
We are eager to have you meet our talented students. Click here to register for the event. If you have any questions or require accommodations, feel free to contact Jennifer Fazio at jssquire@syr.edu or 315-443-2371.
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
Monday, February 2, 2026
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) – Bisignano Grand Hall
101 Waverly Ave., Syracuse, NY 13244
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 Monday, February 2, 2026.
If you have any questions, please email Jennifer Pluta at jrpluta@syr.edu.
Syracuse University is proud to host its inaugural Career Conference on March 26-27, 2026, at the Schine Student Center. This dynamic two-day event brings together students from across all disciplines with employers and alumni for immersive career development experiences.
Dates: Thursday & Friday, March 26-27, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 7:00pm each day
Location: Schine Student Center, Syracuse University Campus
Format: 3 concurrent tracks, 24 interactive sessions, networking events, keynote, and closing panel
Why Participate?
The Career Conference offers alumni and employers a unique opportunity to engage with talented students beyond traditional career fairs. Build meaningful relationships, strengthen your talent pipeline, and showcase your organization through:
Strategic Engagement Opportunities:
- Panel Discussions – Share industry insights with targeted student audiences
- Coffee Chats – Build authentic relationships in casual morning settings
- Career Development Workshops – Lead interactive skill-building sessions
- Resume Reviews – Identify top talent while providing valuable feedback
- Mock Interviews – Assess student readiness and create lasting impressions
- Networking Lunches – Connect with students, faculty, and fellow employers
- Evening Receptions – Expand your brand presence on campus
How to Get Involved
The deadline has passed for participant interest form. The final schedule will be posted by Feb 2.
For Sponsorship & Employer Partnerships, please reach out to Lisette Child, Assistant Director, Employer Relations, ldchild@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.
