Job Boards for Universities

Universities and colleges are natural operators of job boards. You have a captive audience of job seekers (students and alumni) and employers eager to reach them. A dedicated job board strengthens career services and builds lasting employer relationships.

Why universities need job boards

Serve students and alumni

Career development is a core mission:

• Internship opportunities for current students
• Entry-level positions for graduates
• Career advancement for alumni
• Industry connections throughout careers

Build employer relationships

Employers want access to your talent:

• Recruit from specific programs
• Build campus presence
• Hire for internships and full-time
• Connect with diverse talent pipelines

Demonstrate career outcomes

Employment data matters for:

• Accreditation requirements
• Prospective student recruitment
• Program evaluation
• Alumni engagement metrics

University job board features

Student-focused experience

Tailor the experience for students:

• Filter by internship vs. full-time
• Highlight alumni employers
• Feature on-campus recruiting events
• Integrate with career services

Employer verification

Ensure quality opportunities:

• Verify employer legitimacy
• Review postings before publication
• Remove inappropriate listings
• Build trusted employer database

Program alignment

Connect jobs to academics:

• Tag jobs by relevant major/program
• Feature industry partners
• Highlight experiential learning
• Support career exploration

Setting up a university job board

1. Define your scope

Decide what to include:

• Students only or include alumni?
• All programs or specific schools/colleges?
• All employers or vetted partners only?
• All job types or curated opportunities?

2. Integrate with career services

Align with existing processes:

• Complement (don't replace) career counseling
• Integrate with employer relations
• Connect to career fair registrations
• Support on-campus interviewing

3. Engage employers

Build your employer base:

• Existing recruiting partners first
• Alumni-owned companies
• Local and regional employers
• Industry advisory board members

4. Promote to students

Drive adoption:

• Integrate with student portal/LMS
• Promote through career services
• Include in orientation programs
• Use student organizations

Content for university boards

Career resources

Provide value beyond listings:

• Resume and cover letter guides
• Interview preparation tips
• Industry overview articles
• Salary expectation resources

Employer spotlights

Feature recruiting partners:

• Company profiles and culture
• Hiring manager interviews
• "Day in the life" content
• Internship program highlights

Alumni success stories

Showcase career outcomes:

• Alumni career paths
• First job experiences
• Industry transitions
• Mentorship connections

Special considerations

FERPA and privacy

Protect student information:

• Clear data usage policies
• Student consent for employer access
• Secure application processes
• Compliant data handling

Accessibility

Ensure inclusive access:

• ADA-compliant design
• Screen reader compatibility
• Multiple contact methods
• Accommodation information

International students

Support visa considerations:

• Flag sponsorship availability
• CPT/OPT opportunity markers
• International employer information
• Immigration resource links

Measuring success

Track outcomes that matter:

Staffing your board

Career services integration

Typical staffing models:

• Career services staff manage as part of role
• Student workers assist with curation
• Employer relations handle partnerships
• IT support for technical issues

Time investment

With Cavuno's automation:

• Initial setup: 4-8 hours
• Ongoing management: 5-10 hours/week
• Employer outreach: Variable

Getting started

1. Create your board with university branding
2. Set up team access for career services staff
3. Add employer companies
4. Promote through student communications

Integration opportunities

Consider connecting with:

• Handshake or other career platforms
• Student information systems
• Alumni databases
• Learning management systems
• Campus event calendars

Many universities run job boards alongside broader career platforms, using niche boards for specific programs, schools, or employer partnerships.