Career Center for Employers

Employers and individuals offering employment and entrepreneurial opportunities must pay a base salary equal to or greater than the federal minimum wage and comply with federal, state and local regulations.

Employers and individuals offering employment opportunities with compensation packages requiring commission only or requiring prospective employees to purchase products or services upfront (with the possible exception of safety equipment such as steel-toed shoes) are not permitted to recruit on campus or attend career fairs.

Employers and individuals offering employment opportunities based on a "pyramid" or "multi-level"-type networking structure requiring or encouraging the recruitment of others who recruit others and so on to sell products and services will not be permitted to recruit on-campus or attend career fairs.

Individuals are not permitted to post babysitting jobs or other positions for which an employee will work out of someone else's dwelling (house, apartment, condo, etc). As outlined below, job postings must have a valid organization email that matches the website domain of the organization. Reputable nanny or in-home services are permitted as long as the guidelines are adhered to.

CPDC cannot post or advertise positions related to the use or distribution of recreational or medical marijuana. As the use of marijuana is illegal at the federal level and North Carolina Central University receives federal funds, we must comply with federal law. Due to hemp being indistinguishable from marijuana, CPDC will not post or advertise positions related to the use and distribution of hemp.

Startup companies must adhere to the policies outlined here. To participate in any recruiting programs and services outside of job postings, the company must be in operation for at least three years.

Third-party or temporary employment agencies are organizations or individuals who recruit candidates for temporary, part-time or full-time employment opportunities for other organizations rather than for their own organization's internal hiring needs.

Agencies wishing to list a position with North Carolina Central University on Handshake must adhere to the following:

• For job postings, provide the name of the client you are representing in the job description.

• State in the job description that any fees assessed by the agency will be paid by the client organization or employer you represent. North Carolina Central University will not post any opportunities that require students to pay fees.

• Agree that you or your client may not forward North Carolina Central University students' resumes to any other party without the student or applicant's written consent. Failure to comply with this is a violation of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

In both the fall and spring semesters, employers are invited to attend our industry-specific career fairs, including the Business and Information Technology (IT) Career Fair, Science, Pharma and Research Career Fair, Graduate and Professional School Fair and the Non-Profit and Public Service Career Fair. With an investment of only a few hours, these fairs are a great way for employers to meet with diverse students seeking internship and full-time opportunities. Additional information and upcoming CPDC fairs can be found in Handshake.

Career meetups will focus on a specific career topic, based on discussion driven largely by the students. Each meetup will have three to five employers serve on a panel, sharing tips on the designated topic. After the panel, employers will have 15–20 minutes to answer questions. This is a great opportunity to network with students, build brand awareness and provide support to students' career and professional development.

Employers are highly encouraged to submit videos (90 seconds or less) providing an overview of the company and information on the positions they are recruiting for. Video submissions will be uploaded to our YouTube channel for students to watch at their leisure. The CPDC team will promote the videos in our bi-weekly newsletter and on our social media platforms (Instagram and Twitter). As a follow-up, employers are encouraged to engage with students via the Employer-in-Residence program. Employers can send videos to Monica Stuckey at [email protected].

Employer-in-Residence is an opportunity for employers to host scheduled office hours or drop-in hours to connect and engage with students. Office hours and drop-in hours will be coordinated through the Handshake Interview Schedule.

Employers will be able to choose from half-day or full-day schedules. Half-day schedules are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Full-day schedules are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an hour break at 12 p.m. The appointment slots can be in 15-minute or 30-minute intervals. Employer-in-Residence sessions are limited. Contact Monica Stuckey at [email protected] for scheduling.

Career treks afford employers an opportunity to give students a tour of their facility, an overview of the organization and a chance to network with professionals. Recent events have allowed us to rethink the way career treks are presented. Virtual career treks will allow employers to present their company tours and networking opportunities to students virtually.

Professional development programs allow students to sharpen the competencies and skillsets employers are seeking from prospective candidates. The Career and Professional Development Center encourages employers to think creatively about student engagement through career and professional development programs. We have found employer partnership in these events has resulted in a better level of student engagement with the organization.

Signature professional development programs include Mock Interview Day, Extreme Resume Makeover, Eagle Etiquette Night and the Escape Room Experience. Contact Monica Stuckey at [email protected] if you would like to participate.

Let the Career Center do the work for you! Employer Relations Coordinator Monica Stuckey will work with employers in identifying sourcing needs and creating interview schedules in Handshake. Employers are able to use their own digital tools or will have the option of utilizing the Career Center’s WebEx or Zoom virtual platforms for interviews. Students will have the option of completing their interview(s) remotely or in the Career Center’s interview office.

In-person interviews will take place in the CPDC interview office. Interview schedules will be created in Handshake. Interview schedules must be between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. during the recruiting cycle. If additional time is needed for deliberation or additional interviews, the request must be made prior to the date of arrival. Prior to your interview, you will be emailed a final schedule, parking information and a campus map. North Carolina Central University no longer requires masks to be worn; however, CPDC strongly encourages masks to be worn during the interview. 

• Hand sanitizer and disinfectant will be provided in the interview room and waiting room (for students).

The CPDC team will make every effort to customize interview schedules to accommodate recruiters’ needs; similarly, we will make every effort to ensure that only students who match the employer’s stated qualifications and work authorization are able to interview. Employers who cancel interview schedules once the student sign-up window has opened are responsible for contacting students who were invited to interview to inform them of the cancellation.