Partner with STLCC to Grow Your Team
St. Louis Community College connects employers with job-ready graduates and offers customized corporate training and employee development programs. Whether you're looking to hire new graduates or upskill your current team, STLCC delivers solutions that strengthen your workforce and drive long-term success.
Hire STLCC Students
STLCC graduates represent a diverse talent pool with practical skills and real-world experience. Our programs are designed to meet industry demands, preparing students for success in various fields. By hiring STLCC alumni, you're investing in the future of our community and gaining access to motivated people eager to contribute to your organization.
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Train Your Workforce
STLCC offers tailored training for your team and opportunities for individual professional development. From leadership to communication skills, our programs are designed to meet your specific needs and support both team success and individual career advancement.
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“I greatly appreciate the training and guidance that St. Louis Community College has been providing our team, and our plant will reap the benefits for years to come.”
— Frank DiSensi, Plant Manager, Sonoco Plastics
Find STLCC Students to Hire with Handshake
STLCC is dedicated to connecting employers with our talented students and alumni. Handshake, our powerful career services platform, simplifies this process, providing you with a centralized hub to post jobs, find qualified candidates and manage your recruitment efforts. This guide will walk you through the key steps of using Handshake to hire STLCC students and alumni.
Handshake is intuitive and user-friendly. Follow these steps to begin recruiting STLCC students:
- Create an employer account: Visit joinhandshake.com and click "Sign Up." Choose "Employer" as your account type and select St. Louis Community College. Enter accurate company details and create a strong password.
- Build your company profile: A strong, engaging profile is key to attracting top talent. Highlight your company’s mission, values, culture and typical roles. Include details about your industry, employee benefits and any awards or recognition. Add your logo and images to boost visual appeal.
- Post job openings: Clearly describe the positions you're hiring for—internships, part-time, full-time or co-ops. Include key details like required skills, qualifications, responsibilities, compensation, job type and start date. Use relevant keywords to improve visibility in student searches.
- Search for candidates: Handshake’s advanced search filters let you target students by major, GPA, skills, experience, student organizations and graduation date. Use these tools to narrow your candidate pool and find the best matches for your roles.
- Engage with students: Reach out to candidates with personalized messages on Handshake, inviting them to apply. Join virtual career fairs and events to network and promote your company.
- Manage applications: Handshake provides a centralized platform to manage all your applications. Review resumes, track applicant progress, schedule interviews and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process. Use Handshake's messaging system to keep applicants informed about their application status.
- Craft compelling job descriptions: Highlight the exciting aspects of the role and the opportunities for growth within your company.
- Be responsive: Respond to student inquiries and applications promptly to demonstrate your interest and professionalism.
- Utilize Handshake's resources: Explore Handshake's help center and tutorials for tips on maximizing your recruitment efforts.
- Partner with STLCC academic, career and transfer advising: Our advising team is here to support you in connecting with our students. Contact us for assistance with posting jobs, promoting your company on campus and connecting with student organizations.
Connect with Students at Our Career Events
STLCC’s academic, career and transfer advising events are a great opportunity for employers to meet and connect with highly qualified students. Join us for our annual career fair and regular networking events. Share your company’s values, mission and open roles with students who are eager to start their careers and make a difference.
Employer partners can also meet one-on-one with students throughout the year by hosting recruiting events.
Invest in Employee Growth and Success
STLCC offers tailored training for your team and opportunities for individual professional development and is a local education agency to the State of Missouri grant funding. From leadership to communication skills, our programs are designed to meet your specific needs and support both team success and individual career advancement.
Become an Employer Partner
St. Louis Community College is committed to responding to the workforce needs within our community, and employer partnerships are an integral component. Our employer engagement team aims to create mutually beneficial relationships that address the needs of both employers and job seekers, leading to a stronger local economy and skilled workforce. Working together, we can address skills gaps, tailor training to meet industry needs, provide career growth and develop relationships at multiple levels.
To inquire, connect with the Employer Engagement Team.
Industry Partnership Scholarships
Join STLCC’s Industry Partners Program to give your employees access to tuition savings, book scholarships and support toward earning certificates or degrees. Partnering boosts retention, loyalty and skill development while reducing education costs. See how leading employers benefit and learn how your organization can invest in its workforce.
To inquire, reach out to LaTrina Rogers-Stepney at 314-984-7584 or lrogersstepney@stlcc.edu.
State of the St. Louis Workforce: What You Need to Know
Every year, St. Louis Community College takes the pulse of our region’s economy and job market through its State of the St. Louis Workforce Report. The 2025 edition gives a clear picture of where we’re thriving, where challenges remain, and how trends like technology and entrepreneurship are shaping our future. Whether you’re a job seeker, employer or community leader, here’s what stood out this year.
Request a Free Consultation
STLCC knows that every business is different. That’s why we offer customized business solutions and training programs that are made just for your industry. We also help our partners navigate the grant funding process, and we will gladly explore this option with you. Contact us today for a free consultation.