Hiring college graduates means adding new talent and a bit of diversity to your team. Often, these individuals have fresh ideas and new ways of thinking thanks to their years in school. However, the career world is competitive, and you’re not the only one hoping to hire these individuals. Uncover the best ways to attract recent graduates to work for your company.
Highlight Your Company
Many college graduates want a position they can stay in for the long term—a career. Explaining role responsibilities is important, but you should add a section to every job posting that discusses company culture. What makes your workplace stand out? If you prioritize employee education and prefer promoting from within, write about growth opportunities.
Likewise, mention your company culture and core values, such as integrity, diversity, respect, and innovation. Graduates are more likely to apply when they feel they understand your company and share similar values.
Attend Career Fairs
Talking with job seekers one-on-one is a wonderful way to meet candidates and spark a conversation. Typically, students bring copies of their resumes to job fairs in exchange for a company’s business card or flyer. Treat interactions with the same respect you’d have during an interview. If a student has specific questions about your company’s culture or the role, answer all the necessary details.
Use Social Media
Nearly everyone uses at least one social media account to connect with others. By creating accounts on various platforms, you can widen your reach. Aim to use the following social media sites:
- TikTok
Create posts about company goals and achievements, as well as educational information. For example, if you run a sales company, make a post discussing the best selling techniques. Use hashtags and keywords in the post description to help boost viewership.
Offer Internships
Another easy way to attract recent graduates to work for your company is to create intern roles. Many students work internships during their senior year of college, and if you have internship positions that can lead to full-time employment, your workplace will appear more intriguing. These roles allow the student to see how they like the job and your company; similarly, you can see if the graduate is the right fit for the role.
Work With Recruiters
Hiring new employees is a challenging process, and if you need help onboarding graduates, you should work with the experts. The professionals at a recruiting agency know how to sell your company to job seekers and recognize which individuals would be the best fit for your workplace. Plus, working with recruiters streamlines the process so that you can keep your business running efficiently.
Contact Us
Burnett’s Staffing is a recruitment company in the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, area. We’ve helped companies recruit the best talent since 1966 and can assist you in hiring the top graduates. Please contact us if you have any questions or want to meet with our team.