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University Relations Recruiter

Irving, TX · On-site

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The University Relations Recruiter will be responsible for developing and executing recruitment strategies to attract, engage, and hire students and recent graduates from universities/colleges. This ...

University Relations Recruiter

Troy, MI

$45K - $56K/yr

About this opportunity We are seeking a dynamic and relationship-driven University Relations Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team. In this role, you will build and maintain partnerships with ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for university relations in the United States is $67,404.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A common challenge in University Relations is balancing the needs and expectations of both the organization and university partners while managing multiple recruitment events and initiatives. Professionals in this field often navigate fluctuating academic calendars, coordinate with various campus stakeholders, and compete for top talent. Strong organizational skills and adaptability are essential to manage shifting priorities and ensure a consistent talent pipeline. Building long-term relationships with universities can take time but is highly rewarding and creates significant value for both parties.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the University Relations position, and why are they important?

To thrive in University Relations, you need strong interpersonal and communication skills, a background in education or human resources, and often a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with campus recruiting systems, applicant tracking software, and event management platforms is highly beneficial. Relationship-building, adaptability, and organizational skills distinguish top performers in this position. These abilities are vital for effectively connecting with students, faculty, and organizational stakeholders to drive successful recruitment and partnership initiatives.

What is a University Relations job?

A University Relations job focuses on building and maintaining partnerships between a company and academic institutions. Responsibilities often include recruiting students for internships and full-time roles, organizing campus events, and collaborating with faculty to promote brand awareness. Professionals in this role help bridge the gap between universities and employers, ensuring a strong talent pipeline.

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Infographic showing various University Relations job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,404 per year, or $32.4 per hour.
University Relations Recruiter

University Relations Recruiter

Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Findlay, OH • On-site

$44K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Marathon Petroleum rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 201 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

64th of 86 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

An exciting career awaits you


At MPC, we're committed to being a great place to work - one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

The University Relations Recruiter develops and executes campus recruiting strategies, university engagement initiatives, and early-career hiring processes to attract and hire qualified talent for Marathon Petroleum's internship, co-op, and entry-level opportunities. This role partners closely with internal business stakeholders and external university contacts to build sustainable talent pipelines, strengthen campus relationships, support assigned business units, and deliver positive candidate experience. The University Relations Recruiter also serves as an ambassador for the organization and is expected to demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, consultative, analytical, and strategic thinking skills when engaging with candidates, university partners, hiring teams, and business leaders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • University Relations Strategy & Pipeline Development: Develops and executes campus recruiting strategies for assigned business unit(s), including school selection, engagement planning, and pipeline development for internship, co-op, and entry-level hiring needs.
  • Full-Cycle Recruiting & Candidate Experience: Manages the recruitment lifecycle for entry-level, including candidate evaluation, interview coordination, offer communication, and onboarding process initiation while ensuring a consistent, timely, and positive candidate experience.
  • Stakeholder Partnership & Advisory Support: Partners with business unit leaders, hiring teams, HR partners, and campus liaisons to understand hiring needs, provide recruiting expertise, and identify process enhancements that improve recruiting outcomes and candidate experience.
  • Campus Engagement: Coordinates and represents Marathon Petroleum at campus recruiting events, career fairs, information sessions, student organization engagements, networking events, and other university relations programs to strengthen student engagement.
  • University Partnership Management: Builds and maintains long-term relationships with target universities, career centers, faculty, student organizations, and campus partners to support strategic recruiting priorities and maintain access to qualified talent pipelines.
  • Program Operations & Intern/Co-op Experience: Supports campus recruiting operations and intern/co-op program activities, including event coordination, stakeholder communication, candidate engagement, and initiatives that support a positive entry-level talent experience.
  • Forecasting, Budgeting & Resource Planning: Facilitates entry-level hiring forecasting for assigned business areas and supports campus budget planning, sponsorship recommendations, and funding decisions in partnership with key internal stakeholders.
  • Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Maintains accurate applicant and candidate data within the Workday and uses recruiting metrics, applicant flow, market insights, and stakeholder feedback to evaluate effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements.
  • Maintains awareness of recruiting trends, market conditions, and professional standards through participation in NACE, university relations forums, and other industry organizations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degreerequired.
  • Two (2) years of Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, University Relations or relevant Client Management experience required.
  • Strong knowledge of university/campus recruiting, internship/co-op programs, and entry-level talent acquisition practices is preferred.

SKILLS:

  • Strong sense of discernment, judgement, and emotional intelligence.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Data-driven mindset withabilityto track metrics and drive continuous improvement.
  • Strong consultative and stakeholder capabilities with a proven ability to buildandmaintaineffective partnerships.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and organization needs simultaneously and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-output environment.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Comfortable working with ambiguity and limited information and engaging clients to reach clarity.
  • Adapts seamlessly to changing priorities and deadlines.

TRAVEL:

  • Travel is required of this role, particularly during peak recruiting season (September-October and mid-January to end of February); can be up to 80-90% of the business week.Outside of the on-campus recruiting season, travel may be up to 30%.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

San Antonio, Texas

Additional locations:

Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:

00022955

Location Address:

19100 Ridgewood Pkwy

Education:

Bachelors (Required)

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available athttps://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.


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About Marathon Petroleum

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Marathon Petroleum Corporation, headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, US, is a leading independent petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company. Their official website can be found at marathonpetroleum.com. The company, part of the energy sector, was established in 1887, making it one of the oldest petroleum companies in the US. It operates an integrated refining, marketing and transportation system concentrated primarily in the Midwest, Northeast, East Coast, Southeast and Gulf Coast of the United States. This includes refineries, pipelines, and terminals that process and transport crude oil and refined products.

Industry

Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Findlay, OH, US

Year founded

1887