Recruiting

We kindly ask that you read the following prior to engaging in recruiting activities.

To assist employers in selecting the most qualified candidates from the largest applicant pool possible, Penn State Brandywine Career Services will:

  • Provide instructions to employers for posting on the Penn State job board, Nittany Lion Careers (scroll down for more information).
  • Take requests to promote opportunities for employers through various channels such as social media, partnering with faculty, posting on bulletin boards, direct emails, etc.
  • Advertise opportunities to the appropriate audience based on non-discriminatory criteria such as major, GPA and academic year. In order to provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all students/alumni, Career Services cannot act as a referral entity by recommending forward or screening out candidates.

Kindly refer to our Recruiting Policies for additional details.


Creating Effective Announcements of Opportunities

When recruiting students, clearly specify:

  • Qualifications pertinent to the position (required vs. preferred)
  • Compensation being offered (usually adds incentive to apply)
  • Majors being considered
  • Academic level (junior, senior, etc.)
  • How the student will benefit

To help screen applicants, you might consider requiring:

  • Transcript
  • Minimum GPA
  • Work samples pertinent to the position
  • Letter(s) of recommendation from faculty member or other

We recommend that you plan early and recruit early so that you have a larger and more qualified applicant pool.


Job Board Postings

Penn State Brandywine offers employers access to Nittany Lion Careers, our online job posting system. There is no fee for employers to use this service to recruit Penn State students from all campuses and colleges as well as alumni. Once registered on this site, employers may:

  • Post internships and jobs (p/t, f/t, seasonal)
  • Post job leads to identify prospects
  • Connect with Penn State students from all colleges and campuses 

When completing the online registration form, be sure to specify a "Campus Relationship" with Penn State Brandywine and other campuses of interest. 

Register/Login - Nittany Lion Careers 

Nittany Lion Careers logo
 

Following your registration, watch for a welcome letter and password by email. At this point, you will be able to post available positions and internships to the site.

When posting jobs, be sure to indicate the location of the position so our students can find you by region or city.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or by phone at 610-892-1390.


Recruiting through University Park Career Services 

Among other recruiting opportunities at University Park (fairs, information sessions, etc.) employers can also arrange on-campus interviews (OCI) via Nittany Lion Careers. Students from all campuses have the opportunity to register and apply for OCI's at University Park. Brandywine students can either travel to University Park for an OCI or arrange a video interview through both campuses and the employer. 


Information Table

If you wish to set up an information table on campus, please plan to schedule two weeks in advance. Contact [email protected] or 610-892-1390.