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.
Why Hire New Graduates?
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.
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. From leadership to communication skills, our programs are designed to meet your specific needs and support both team success and individual career advancement.
State of the St. Louis Workforce Report
Understanding the St. Louis region's workforce is the first step in developing talent and building successful partnerships. Each year, we take an in-depth look at the job market around us and present our findings to the community at our annual event.
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, email 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.
Keep up With STLCC News
St. Louis Community College is undergoing significant changes with its STLCC Transformed initiative, which includes the construction of new buildings and renovations across all four campuses. These updates aim to modernize facilities, expand program offerings, and enhance the overall student experience. The STLCC Transformed initiative is part of a larger effort to strengthen the college's role in the St. Louis region, with a focus on workforce development and economic growth
Check out the STLCC Insider blog and news feed for updates, including information about academic programs, student achievements, campus events and new initiatives.