What is a university recruiting program manager?

A University Recruiting Program Manager is a professional responsible for developing and managing recruitment strategies to attract students and recent graduates from universities to a company. They build relationships with academic institutions, plan campus events, coordinate internship and entry-level hiring programs, and ensure a smooth candidate experience. Their goal is to identify and hire top early-career talent and align university recruiting initiatives with the organization's workforce needs. This role often collaborates closely with hiring managers, HR teams, and university representatives.