When Building Construction faculty attend a conference these days, the first question they are often asked, is how can we hire your students?  The Construction, Real Estate Development, and Facility Management industries are booming again, and with the number of cranes on the skyline, comes a demand for smart professionals. 

There is a lot of competition for student interns and recent graduates from the School of Building Construction. How can your firm stand out? How can you participate in the recruiting process? The short answer-Get Involved. Students and alumni need to know you, your company, and your projects. Follow the tips below and start building your relationships. 

*Share your Expertise-get to know the students in an academic setting. Visit a class and bring positive attention to your organization. Many of the faculty often seek guest speakers with specific areas of industry expertise, panelists for presentations, and judges for Capstone Project. 

*Mentor a Current Student-spend time with a current student and share your experience. Take them to a professional meeting or association lunch. Invite a student to join you for a special event or company outing. Connect with students and build relationships.

*Host an Info Session-the newly renovated Caddell Building(home of the School of Building Construction) has a great flex space. Schedule a time to present to students, feed them a meal, and have informal interviews. The more the students know about your company and scope of work, the better for your recruitment.

*Attend the BC Career Fair-this annual event sells out fast. An excellent way to capture a large group of students at one time. Don't miss out. Save the date-next BC Career Fair is scheduled for Monday, January 23, 2017. 

Contact Brenda Morris, she can create a recruitment opportunity that is right for you!
brenda.morris@coa.gatech.edu