On Campus Recruiting

As part of your search, we encourage you to leverage part of your professional network--the VCC Campus Recruiting Program. The program offers four different opportunities for you to connect with employers offering internships and full-time positions in a variety of career fields: On Campus Interviewing, Industry Career Days, Employer Information Sessions, and Job Postings (DoreWays). We encourage students interested in Campus Recruiting to participate in Campus Recruiting professional development sessions offered at the beginning of the Fall and Spring recruiting season.

 

On-Campus Interviewing (OCI)

OCI offers you the opportunity to connect with employers during on-site interviews in the Career Center. Employers will post their internship and full-time opportunities in DoreWays, which you will need to use to apply to these positions.

Job Postings

Professional opportunities can be found on VCC Career Cluster listservs (after you subscribe) and on DoreWays where employers can post internship and full-time positions.

Creating a DoreWays Account

If you do not have a DoreWays account, you will need to get registered. Registration is quick and easy. Once you have completed the registration form, you will be able to search the system for Jobs and Internships. All OCI opportunities will be posted in the system under the 'Jobs/Internships' section entitled 'Vanderbilt Jobs and Internships.' If you want a tutorial on the most effective way to use DoreWays check out the DoreWays Users Guide for students. This guide can assist with searching for jobs and internships, applying to opportunities, managing your applications, and managing your interviews within DoreWays. If you need to furnish a  transcript as part of the application process, please read Instructions for Uploading Transcripts into Doreways.

Requirements & Suggestions

 

Before you can apply to any positions in the system, you will need to have a resume uploaded and approved. The approval process is to ensure that your resume reflects you and your abilities accurately. Because the resume approval process can take up to 48 hours, it is important to upload your resume well before you intend to apply to any positions. Once your initial resume has been approved you will be able to upload additional resumes and cover letters.

Some positions will also have other requirements that may prevent you from applying, if your profile is out of date - such as 'only Seniors.' Make you update your profile regularly throughout your search. Additionally, some positions may require that you upload unofficial transcripts. In order to do that, follow these instructions.

You will want to begin researching the organization and preparing for an interview even before you are selected. Take advantage of our tools to help learn, refine, and practice to make you have a serious competitive edge.

If you are selected for an interview, practice makes perfect. Read our tips on preparing for the interview. Additionally, it is important that you review our On Campus Interviewing Policies. We also encourage you to meet with a coach before, during, and after your interview to let us know what happens.

Employer Information Sessions

Many employers will hold information sessions (also called 'infosessions') prior to their interviews. These employer presentations provide a convenient and comfortable way to network with recruiters and other company representatives. These are often used to establish the first impression, so be sure to dress appropriately in professional attire. Some employers may require attendance at their presentations if you are interviewing with them. A typical information session will consist of a short overview of the company's recruiting process. Speakers will address general topics such as the corporate culture, benefits packages, and other topics that would otherwise take up valuable interview time. Afterwards, you will usually have a chance to talk informally with company representatives. It is not unusual for employer representatives to include Vanderbilt graduates who have recently joined the organization. Information about Information Sessions can be found in DoreWays.

Industry Career Days

You can expand your network by attending events like a career fair or an Industry Career Day (ICD), where you can meet employers and especially alumni who can help you by providing information and referrals.  Regardless of your year, your major, or your career direction, career fairs can provide a valuable resource as you explore careers and seek employment. Whether you’re interested in one organization or many, full-time positions or internships, career fairs and Industry Career Days  can be used in a variety of ways to enhance your job search efforts.

These events offer Vanderbilt students and alumni multiple opportunities to meet face-to-face or in a virtual setting with prospective employers or academic admissions personnel. The Vanderbilt Career Center sponsors several events throughout the academic year which can be found on our Events page.

Need Help?

The Career Center staff is eager to support you in identifying and pursing professional opportunities. Our career coaching staff and peer career advocates are available for individual and group coaching appointments and professional development programs.

It is through the coaching relationship that you will maximize your opportunities and fully leverage Career Center resources to meet your professional development needs.

To get started, complete the ICAP (Individualized Coaching Action Plan) online, then stop by the Career Center for a Coaching Assessment during Coaching Express.  This 20-minute session with a Career Coach gives you a chance to have your resume critiqued, get answers to your questions, or develop an action plan for next steps.

Visit our News and Events page to see Coaching Express times and locations.

For more information about any of our services, contact our office today!