University Recruiting Lead — Hybrid, 5-Month Contract

CEI; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

CEI in Allentown, PA seeks a Senior Recruiter specializing in University and Talent Acquisition to build intern pipelines and manage campus relations. This hybrid role requires collaboration with HR partners and college contacts to identify top candidates for internships and full-time roles.

The position is a 5-month contract at $50 per hour, with in-office Tuesdays through Thursdays and remote options other days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 4–7 years of related human resources experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage a high volume of tasks.
• Proactive approach to completing tasks with attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central point of contact for diversity recruitment partnerships and marketing programs for full-time vacancies.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and Mgr. Diversity and Inclusion in recruiting and outreach efforts to advance the company’s brand.
• Support the talent acquisition process through initial sourcing and use of LinkedIn/ social media to proactively seek qualified candidates.
• Monitor outreach programs and provide analytics for workforce planning.
• Recommend alternative sourcing mechanisms using emerging technologies and innovative solutions.
• Coordinate campus events: registration, marketing materials, logistics, and follow-up actions.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for undergraduate and graduate internships including scheduling and offers.
• Collaborate with the Intern Program Lead on planning, communications, events, and offers.
• Support HR with intern placement decisions and mentorship assignments.
• Analyze sourcing initiatives for effectiveness and share best practices within the team.
• Ensure recruiting activities follow policies and laws.
• All other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned an Electric Utilities emergency and storm role.
• Work location may be on-site, remote, or hybrid as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Task prioritization

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

CEI in Allentown, PA seeks a Senior Recruiter specializing in University and Talent Acquisition to build intern pipelines and manage campus relations. This hybrid role requires collaboration with HR partners and college contacts to identify top candidates for internships and full-time roles.

The position is a 5-month contract at $50 per hour, with in-office Tuesdays through Thursdays and remote options other days.