Vanderbilt Career Center

Campus Recruiting is the opportunity for you to connect with employers seeking talented interns and graduates. To learn more about Campus Recruiting events view our web cast.

On Campus Interviewing (OCI) is one part of Campus Recruiting. OCI offers you the opportunity to connect with employers during on site interviews in the Vanderbilt Career Center. Employers post their opportunities in CareerLink, which is your link to job and internship postings and campus recruiting events.

If you do not have a CareerLink 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 Jobs/Internships tab. All OCI opportunities will be posted under Vanderbilt Jobs and Internships. If you want a tutorial on the most effective way to use CareerLink check out the CareerLink 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 CareerLink.

You will need to have a resume uploaded into CareerLink and approved. Because the approval process can take up to 48 hours, it is important to upload your resume well before you will actually need to use it. Once your initial resume has been approved you will be able to upload additional resumes and cover letters.

You will want to begin researching the organization and preparing for an interview even before you are selected. Many employers will hold information sessions prior to their interviews. These employer presentations provide a convenient and comfortable way to network with recruiters and other company representatives. 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.

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.

The VCC staff is here to help you through the process. We encourage you to meet with a coach before, during, and let us know what happens after your interview.

Resources

• Campus Recruiting Webcast
• CareerLink Users Guide
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Researching
• Interviewing
• On Campus Interviewing Policies