A survey of employers on conducting company visits for college recruits

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There are considerable variations between US companies in the way they handle visits for graduating students to whom they are likely to make a conditional job offer. There is a general lack of awareness among students and even among career services professionals about the methods adopted by companies for visits. Research indicates that almost one third of companies require students to undertake certain steps between a campus interview and a company visit. These may include a telephone interview or a follow-up interview. More than half of the companies surveyed provide additional information to students before a company visit.

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The state of college relations and recruitment today

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A survey of employers revealed that many are anxious about the shortage of good applicants for vacancies and 37.2% said that the image of the company was a concern because it meant they could not compete effectively. The salaries and benefits they can offer is also an issue for some employers. Over three-quarters of respondents said that they would assist with re-location costs and tuition costs were paid by 57.2% of companies. The employers felt it was essential to take part in campus events to raise their profile. Videos were considered useful by some companies.

Surveys, Employers

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Employer ratings of student participation in non-classroom-based activities: findings from a campus survey

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A study made by Florida State University researchers examined the ideal characteristics of college students applying for job positions. Through survey questions answered by employer, it was found that job applicants gain an edge if they participated in extracurricular activities. In addition to having related work experience, respondents also valued leadership skills and involvement in volunteer community work.

Evaluation, Employment, Employee selection

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