Employer Engagement Consultant

Cornell University

. Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with employers recruiting Cornell Duffield Engineering students .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeIthaca • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $72,209 - $77,625 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cultivating strategic employer relationships and advising on inclusive recruitment strategies, with a strong focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement within the engineering and technical sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's DegreeBusiness Development ExperienceRecruitment/HR ExperienceCustomer-Service SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Recruitment StrategiesEmployer OutreachCRM CoordinationJob Posting ManagementWeb Application SkillsMS Office ProficiencyWebsite Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailTeam CollaborationRelationship Management

Industry Keywords

Career ServicesEngineering SectorTechnical SectorEmployer EngagementStakeholder Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with employers recruiting Cornell Duffield Engineering students
Advise employer partners on effective and inclusive recruitment strategies
Identify and target prospective employers in engineering and technical sectors
Conduct proactive employer outreach to expand Cornell’s employer base and deepen engagement
Track and coordinate employer interactions using the university career services CRM
Increase job posting, recruitment, and hiring activity for Cornell students and graduates
Collaborate with the Cornell Career Development Network, employer relations team, academic departments, and student organizations
Build partnerships supporting a “One Cornell” employer engagement strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
2-4 years of experience in business development, sales, career services, recruitment/HR or other industry experience
High level of interpersonal skills, including experience maintaining positive relationships with students, employers, other staff, and the public
Excellent customer-service and communications skills
Experience collaborating with various stakeholders in a professional setting
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, under pressure, and in a complex environment
Proficient in computer software and web application skills
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members
Strong computer skills, including MS Office programs, Internet, web site development, and email
Cover letter and resume required
Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings
No visa sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care options
Generous retirement contributions
Wellness programs
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
Three weeks of vacation
13 holidays
Two additional floating holidays
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program
Tuition aid for external education
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program
Hybrid flexibility to work remotely 2 days per week within the United States