In an increasingly digital world, virtual recruiting continues to play a key role in connecting with top talent.
With the rise of digital recruiting strategies among employers, the Handshake network has experienced a notable year-over-year increase in the number of candidates sourced through messaging campaigns.
To enhance your virtual recruiting efforts, consider these strategies:
- Host virtual events in Handshake: Listing your events allows career centers to promote them to students, track RSVPs, and facilitate follow-up engagement.
- Create authentic relationships through personalized outreach: Use search filters to identify candidates that match your criteria and send personalized messages. This approach can drive participation in virtual events and increase job applications.
- Expand your reach to new regions and schools: Digital outreach allows you to engage with qualified candidates from a broader geographic range without the need for travel, helping you access a more diverse pool of talent.
- Highlight remote opportunities: If your roles allow for remote or hybrid work, be sure to indicate this when creating the posting.
Additional resources
We’ve curated a variety of resources to help you succeed with your digital recruiting strategies, from webinars to best practices.
Explore our Digital Recruiting resource center, including past webinars such as:
- Going digital: How to host an engaging virtual event
- Going digital: Shifting to an entirely online recruiting strategy
For further support in meeting your hiring goals, connect with a Handshake expert.
Check out Handshake’s Guide to Hosting Virtual Recruiting Events.