Employers

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The Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development utilizes the definition of an internship as well as the standards and criteria established by National Association of Colleges and Employers’ (NACE).

An internship is a form of experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. Internships give students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in professional fields they are considering for a career path. They also give employers the opportunity to guide and evaluate talent.

For more information, visit naceweb.org.

Please note, if the internship is being offered for credit, the student is required to obtain permission from their academic department. All internship postings — paid or unpaid, credit or non-credit — must include learning outcomes, as well as internship responsibilities, qualifications, application instructions and deadlines.

Please reach out to [email protected] for assistance with posting jobs on our free internship and job board.

The Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development hosts Career Fairs each year on both campuses. Employers from various fields are invited to participate and meet with students to share organizational information and opportunities for employment, internships or volunteering.

In addition, the Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development often collaborates with other colleges in the surrounding area to co-sponsor career fairs. These fairs are typically larger in size and provide employers with an opportunity to meet students from various colleges. Registration and event information can be found on Handshake.

On-campus recruitment is an excellent way to build your presence on campus and attract highly qualified students. This can be done through:

Information Table

The Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development invites employers to visit campus and host an Information Table in a high-traffic area, informing students about opportunities available with your organization.

Information Session

Visit St. Joseph’s campuses and provide a formal presentation to interested students outlining company information, internship and employment opportunities or general industry information.

Interviews

The Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development can arrange for employers to meet with and interview candidates directly on campus. The office will advertise the position, collect résumés of qualified candidates for interview selection, and schedule a time and location to meet with candidates.

The Employer Recruiting Policy provides guidelines and procedures for employers who wish to utilize the resources offered by St Joseph’s University Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development.

The Principles of Professional Practice, as set forth by NACE, are outlined below. For more information, visit naceweb.org.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Employers who work and advertise with the University will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, sex, age, disability or genetic information. By working with the St. Joseph's University Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development, you are agreeing to these terms.

Unpaid Internships

It is encouraged, when possible, to pay interns. We do recognize, especially in the nonprofit sector, that it is not always possible to do so. If your organization is considering posting unpaid internships through St. Joseph's University, you must adhere to the NACE guidelines for internships.

• The experience must be an extension of the classroom: a learning experience that provides for applying the knowledge gained in the classroom. It must not be simply to advance the operations of the employer or be the work that a regular employee would routinely perform.
• The skills or knowledge learned must be transferable to employment settings.
• The experience has a defined beginning and end, and a job description with desired qualifications.
• There are clearly defined learning objectives and goals related to the professional goals of the student’s academic coursework.
• There is supervision by a professional with expertise and educational and/or professional background in the field of the experience.
• There is routine feedback by the experienced supervisor.
• There are resources, equipment and facilities provided by the host employer that support learning objectives and goals.

Third-Party Recruiters

Third-party recruiters who wish to post opportunities with the St. Joseph's University Office of Career Preparation and Development must agree to the following terms and conditions:

• The third-party recruiter shall disclose the name of the employer and the position description. The client’s name should appear in the title of the position.
• Students and alumni will not be charged a fee for the third-party recruiter’s services.
• The third-party recruiter can be listed as the contact for student and alumni cover letters and résumés.

Deadlines on Accepting Positions

Employers should allow students at least one week to accept an offer of employment.

Employment and Internship Opportunities That Will Not Be Posted with St. Joseph’s University

St. Joseph’s University reserves the right to refuse any of the following:

• Participation in a research study.
• Jobs that require an initial investment by the student or require the purchasing of equipment.
• Commission-only positions.
• Opportunities that charge for any training prior to being hired.
• Internship opportunities that do not adhere to NACE’s definition of an internship.
• Internship opportunity where the number of interns outweigh the number of employees.
• Companies with unresolved complaints against them by the Better Business Bureau.
• Companies that do not comply with the University’s Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy.
• Internships that may put students in harmful or dangerous situations.
• Positions that would require a person to go into someone’s home.

The Office of Career Preparation and Professional Development reserves the right to determine whether or not to advertise a job or internship.