Let's Connect
To learn more about any of these opportunities or to schedule a personalized consultation to develop a recruitment and campus engagement strategy tailored to your organization’s goals, please contact Sterling Smith, Recruiting Programs Manager at ssmith@nvcc.edu or 703-323-3449.
Start With Career Connection
Please create a free account on Career Connection (powered by Symplicity), NOVA’s system designed to connect students, alumni, and employers. Organizations recruiting at the College must create a free account in Career Connection to ensure open and equal access to all NOVA students.
Some of the many services available to employers using Career Connection:
- Post jobs and internships that are visible and searchable by all students and alumni
- Collect resumes from applicants via email, PDF resume packet, or externally
- View and register for NOVA recruitment opportunities, such as career fairs
- Share your own hiring events directly to our career events calendar
Employer Recruitment and Engagement Opportunities
| Opportunity | Purpose(s) |
|---|---|
| Career Fairs | Participate in high-traffic, college-wide recruiting events to showcase your organization, connect with talented Students and Alumni, as well as build your hiring pipeline. |
| Event Sponsorships | Boost your visibility and show your commitment to student development by sponsoring key career events, workshops, or networking receptions. |
| Employer Campus Tabling | Reserve a table in a high-visibility campus location to meet students informally, distribute materials, and increase brand recognition through face-to-face engagement. |
| Resume Clinics & Networking Events | Join resume review sessions or informal mixers to connect directly with students, offer real-time feedback, and identify promising candidates in a relaxed, relationship-building setting. |
| Information Sessions (Virtual & In-Person) | Host an information session to share your company’s story, highlight career paths, and answer student questions in a focused and interactive setting—either on campus or virtually. |
| Employer Site Visits | Invite students to your office or facility to provide a behind-the-scenes look at your work environment, introduce them to your team, and build early interest in your organization. |
| Employer Professional Development Lectures | Lead a workshop or lecture on professional skills, industry trends, or workplace readiness to position your company as a thought leader and engage with students in a meaningful way. |
| Mock Interview/Resume Review Events | Support student growth by volunteering to conduct mock interviews or provide resume critiques, while gaining early exposure to up-and-coming talent. |
| Career Counselor Collaboration | Partner with our Career Counseling team to become a guest speaker at student workshops, share industry insights, and strengthen your presence on campus. Our counselors can also recommend |