Information for Employers

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Business Engagement Center

Thank you for your interest in engaging with Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) students and alumni. Serving approximately 70,000 learners across six campuses, specialized centers, and an extensive online division, NOVA offers over 130 degree and certificate programs designed to meet the needs of today’s workforce. Through strategic partnerships, NOVA’s Business Engagement & Career Services team connects employers with top talent and supports a broad range of collaborative initiatives. These include direct recruitment and engagement opportunities, participation in industry-aligned curriculum advisory boards, and involvement in experiential learning programs that provide students with valuable hands-on experience. Employers can also access our Guaranteed Interview Program to connect with qualified candidates through structured screening opportunities. In addition, we welcome partnerships focused on workforce development and innovation through our business engagement and industry initiatives. We look forward to building meaningful collaborations that support your talent needs and drive long-term workforce success.

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Student/Alumni Recruitment & Engagement

Directly connect with NOVA Students and Alumni for jobs, internships and workplace readiness
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Experiential Learning

Provide hands-on experience through internships, externships and other work-based learning opportunities.

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Business Engagement & Industry Initiatives

Collaborate on workforce development and innovation programs.

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Guaranteed Interview Program

Secure initial screening interviews with our talented Students and Alumni

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Curriculum Advisory Boards

Help shape academic programs to match industry needs

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