Whether you're looking to hire students or recent graduates, host interns, share industry expertise, or build connections with the Ithaca College community, we're here to help. We welcome partnerships that support student success while helping organizations meet their talent and engagement goals.
Build Meaningful Connections with Ithaca College Students
Schedule an Employer Consultation
Not sure where to start? Meet with Katrina Clark, the Associate Director of Experiential Learning & Employer Engagement to discuss your organization's goals and explore ways to connect with Ithaca College students. Whether you're interested in hiring recent graduates, participating in on-campus events, developing early talent, or broader partnership opportunities, we're happy to help identify the best fit! Click the "Schedule Here" button below or email Katrina at kclark3@ithaca.edu to set up a consultation meeting.
Why Partner with Ithaca College?
"Theory, Practice, Performance" is Ithaca College's motto and reflects our commitment to connecting classroom learning with real-world application. Our students bring strong academic preparation, hands-on experience, and a wide range of perspectives to internships, projects, employment opportunities, and community partnerships.
- More than 70 majors and nearly 70 minors across 5 schools
- Experiential learning opportunities including internships, research, clinical placements, creative work, and community engagement
- Career-ready students with strengths in communication, critical thinking, teamwork, leadership, and professionalism
- Strong alumni network spanning industries
- Students from diverse academic backgrounds including business, communications, health sciences, humanities, sciences, music, theatre, and dance
Recruit Through Handshake
Handshake is Ithaca College's primary recruiting platform and the best way to share jobs, internships, events, and other opportunities with students and alumni. Handshake is used by colleges and universities across the nation. By creating an account, employers can share opportunities not only with Ithaca College students but, once approved, expand visibility to additional institutions across the Handshake network.
Through Handshake, employers can:
- Post jobs and internships
- Promote events and information sessions
- Register for career fairs
- Build awareness of your organization
- Connect with students and early talent
Check out Handshake's How to Create an Employer Account article & sign up using the Join Handshake button below.
We also encourage you to explore Handshake's Employer Academy with a variety of on-demand training courses and quick tip videos tailored to employers. If you're new to Handshake, there are courses on how to get started and learn the basics. For further support, check out the Handshake Help Center and/or connect with Katrina Clark, Ithaca College's Associate Director of Experiential Learning & Employer Relations at kclark3@ithaca.edu.
Engagement Opportunities
There are many ways to engage with Ithaca College students and alumni. We welcome conversations about how to tailor partnership opportunities to meet your organization's goals.
Recruiting
- Post jobs and internships
- Attend career fairs
- Host information sessions
- Conduct on-campus interviews
- Participate in auditions, portfolio reviews, and/or talent showcases
- Join us for networking events
Industry Engagement & Student Learning
- Host an Employer Lunch & Learn
- Participate in career treks and site visits
- Serve as a guest speaker or panelist
- Partner on project-based learning experiences
- Offer informational interviews