The UNC Career Center Employer Engagement Team is happy to provide Hire a Heel: Employer Employer Webinar Series! These 45-minute, FREE sessions are designed for any and all employers to learn more about what it looks like to recruit talent from UNC-Chapel Hill. If you have any questions, please feel free to email employer_engagement@unc.edu.
July 9, 2026
11:00 a.m. EST
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Looking to build or refine your internship program? This session will walk you through best practices for structuring meaningful internships and micro-internships that align with your organization’s goals. Learn how to design projects, set clear expectations, and create experiences that attract and retain UNC talent. Whether you’re starting from scratch or scaling an existing program, you’ll leave with practical tools to engage students effectively.
October 1, 2026
11:00 a.m. EST
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Handshake is your gateway to connecting with UNC students – are you using it to its full potential?
In this session, we’ll cover strategies to optimize your employer profile, promote opportunities, and increase student engagement. Learn tips for standing out in a competitive recruiting landscape and making the most of UNC’s primary recruiting platform.
November 5, 2026
11:00 a.m. EST
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New to recruiting at UNC or looking for a refresher?
This session provides a comprehensive overview of how to effectively engage with Carolina students. We’ll cover recruiting timelines, key campus resources, and proven strategies for building your brand on campus. Perfect for employers who want a strong foundation for long-term success at UNC so you can walk away with an understanding of how to engage with UNC Career Center for your on-campus recruiting efforts.
January 7, 2027
11:00 EST
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UNC students are developing critical career competencies—are you ready to identify and evaluate them? This session introduces the University’s core competencies and how they translate to the workplace. Learn how to incorporate this shared language into your recruiting, interviewing, and internship programs to better assess and support student talent.
March 4, 2027
11:00 a.m. EST
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Artificial intelligence is already shaping how students explore careers, apply for jobs, and prepare for interviews.
In this session, we’ll focus on what employers are actually seeing in today’s applicant pool, from AI-assisted resumes to evolving candidate behaviors, and what it means for your recruiting strategy. Learn practical ways to evaluate candidates, adapt your hiring process, and identify the skills that matter most in an AI-influenced workforce. This session will include real-life examples, emerging trends, and space for discussion on how your organization is navigating these changes.
