KSU On-Campus Recruitment

Kennesaw State University offers flexible, high-impact ways for employers to engage with students and alumni. Whether you're hiring for open roles or building brand awareness, our team is here to support your recruiting goals. 

All recruiting activities begin in Handshake, where you can manage job postings and event requests. Some options may only appear after you've connected with our team—reach out if you don’t see what you’re looking for. 

Recruiting Periods: 
Spring: Late January – End of April 
Summer: Mid May – Late July 
Fall: Late August – Mid November

Key Guidelines for On-Campus Recruiting

These guidelines apply to all recruiting activities facilitated by the Department of Career Planning & Development: 

  • Employers must have a current job or internship posting in Handshake before submitting a recruiting request. 
  • KSU facilities may only be used by employers who comply with Equal Opportunity Employment standards.
  • Submit requests at least 4 weeks in advance to allow time for space reservation and event promotion.
  • Recruiting activities cannot be scheduled during: 
    • The first two weeks of the semester 
    • Student holidays or university closings 
    • The final two weeks of the semester 
    • Please review our Important Dates before submitting a request. 
  • If a position includes commission-only pay, base plus commission, or start-up costs to the employee, signage must clearly disclose this information during the event.
  • Students participating in interviews are expected to wear professional attire. Employers must limit promotion to recruiting opportunities only—product or service solicitation is not permitted.
  • If you need to change your event date, a new request must be submitted with at least 4 weeks’ notice.

Recruitment Tables

Recruitment Tables are designed for employers actively hiring KSU students for current internship or full-time opportunities. These structured tabling days provide a targeted way to connect with candidates who are ready to apply.

Recruitment Tables are offered on select days based on hiring focus:

  • Tuesdays: Internship Recruitment
  • Thursdays: Career (Full-Time) Recruitment

Details:

  • $75 per table
  • Intended for employers with active, immediate hiring needs
  • Focused on connecting with students for specific open roles

If your goal is to build brand awareness or engage more broadly with students, we encourage you to host a free Information Session instead.

  • To find and register for a recruitment table, go to Fairs and search "not a career fair". 

    Locations:

    • Kennesaw Campus - Lobby of ALC, Burruss, Social Sciences, & Prillaman (Prillaman is Thursday only)
    • Marietta Campus - Lobby of Atrium, ETC, and Student Center

    Available Dates: (18 internship and 19 career recruitment opportunities each month)

    Tuesday Dates (Internship Recruitment) Thursday Dates (Full-Time Recruitment)
    September 8 September 10
    Septmber 15 Septmber 17
    September 22 September 24
    October 13 October 8
    October 20 October 22
    October 27 October 29
    November 3 November 5
    November 10 November 12

Campus Information Sessions & Presentations

These one-hour sessions allow employers to share hiring processes and opportunities with students in a more formal setting. Sessions are typically held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays between 12–2 PM or 4–6 PM. Space is limited and offered at no cost. 

Interviewing KSU Candidates

Employers can conduct interviews with students and alumni through several scheduling formats: 

  • At Your Location / Virtual: Coordinate interviews directly with candidates. 
  • Preselect Schedule: Review applications and select candidates; interviews are scheduled through Handshake. 
  • Open Schedule: Qualified candidates can select interview slots immediately after applying. 
  • Build Your Own / Room Only: Interview candidates identified through prior recruiting; employers manage scheduling. 

Additional Engagement Opportunities

KSU offers a variety of student outreach options each semester, including: 

  • Resume critiques 
  • Mock interviews 
  • Guest speaking opportunities 
  • Career exploration events 
  • Job & Internship Fairs