Campus Recruiter & University Partnerships Lead

Cognizant; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Campus Recruitment Associate to help shape the next generation of technologists. You will partner with campus teams, universities, and student groups to plan events, coordinate interviews, and promote Cognizant’s employer brand.

You will monitor recruitment metrics, support candidate journeys, and work with hiring stakeholders to deliver an inclusive, high-experience campus program in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in HR, Psychology, Communications, Business, or a similar field.
• Passionate about talent acquisition, relationship building, and teamwork.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with an eagerness to learn.
• Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and dedication to service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with campus teams to plan and implement recruiting events and strategies.
• Build relationships with universities and student organizations to enhance Cognizant's visibility.
• Coordinate and support activities such as career fairs, interviews, and campus presentations.
• Manage communications with candidates to ensure a seamless and positive experience.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and trends to refine processes and elevate outcomes.

Skills

Campus recruitment

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Pursuing or recently completed degree in HR/ Psychology/ Communications/ Business

Tools

GenAI

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Campus Recruitment Associate to help shape the next generation of technologists. You will partner with campus teams, universities, and student groups to plan events, coordinate interviews, and promote Cognizant’s employer brand.

You will monitor recruitment metrics, support candidate journeys, and work with hiring stakeholders to deliver an inclusive, high-experience campus program in a hybrid work setting.