Employer Services

Bridgewater State University has established a solid reputation for preparing its graduates to meet the needs of a changing society. The Career Services Office invites you to learn more about Bridgewater State University graduates and the contributions they can make to your organization. The office's services are designed to assist you in your recruiting efforts and to help establish your organization as an employer of choice.

Learn if the services and programs we offer are a good fit for you by reviewing our Recruitment Policies and Procedures.
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Recruiting Opportunities

Career Services provides employers with an easy to use and centralized system where you can post full-time and internship positions for free and reach a large number of highly qualified candidates. Full-time opportunities must be salaried, professional positions that require a bachelor's degree. Use the box to the right to log back into your CareerLink account or register as a first time user.

ConnectLink Partnership
ConnectLink is a one-stop portal for employers in Southeastern MA to publicize internships and jobs to all five CONNECT colleges and universities: Bridgewater State University, Bristol Community College, Cape Cod Community College, Massasoit Community College and University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth. Enter your information once and it will be distributed to all five schools.

On Campus Interviews (OCI)
On-Campus Interviews connect top-notch candidates with employers interested in enhancing their campus visibility. We manage all aspects of your visit from coordinating an interview date, collecting resumes for your review and scheduling your on-campus interviews. Interviews are conducted on-campus during the fall and spring semesters each year. We encourage you to visit Bridgewater State University and meet with students first hand.

Resume Referral Program (RRP)
Career Services can provide employers with student's; resumes that match specific job descriptions and/or majors sought. This free service allows employers access to a pool of qualified candidates in a quick, concentrated manner.

Internship & Job Fair
The Internship & Job Fair is a great way for employers to meet a large number of candidates looking for full-time professional positions and/or internships. Held each fall, this event is open to all Bridgewater State University students, alumni and community members.

Education Career Fair
The Education Career Fair provides a unique opportunity for hiring personnel from public school districts and education employers across eastern Massachusetts to meet and network with top teacher candidates from Bridgewater State University and other area colleges and universities. This event traditionally brings together hiring personnel from over 40 schools and organizations with more than 300 students and alumni in attendance.

Annual Job Fair
The Annual Job Fair, held each spring, is a great way for employers to meet a large number of potential candidates looking for full-time, professional-level positions. Career Services provides a comprehensive marketing effort for the Job Fair so that employers can expect to see hundreds of candidates. This event is open to all Bridgewater State University students, alumni and the community.

Internship Program
Bridgewater State University students are eager to gain practical work experience, develop new skills, network and apply classroom theory in a professional setting. Each year, more than 400 students take part in internships, both credit and non-credit. The benefits are numerous for interns and employers alike. As an intern employer, you will gain access to skilled, well-educated and highly motivated students with fresh ideas and perspectives.

Student Employment
The Student Employment Office at BSU has a database of part-time and summer jobs for students to search. Jobs that do not meet our posting requirements can be listed here.

Branding Opportunities

Employer In Residence
Employers volunteer time and expertise to educate Bridgewater State University students regarding the world of professional employment and career management through individual resume critiques and career focused workshops.

Employer of the Month
Improve your campus visibility with students and faculty when your company or organization is highlighted on the Career Services website including company profile, logo, career opportunities and contact information.

Employer Advisory Board
This group brings regional recruiters on campus, to discuss issues such as hiring trends, marketing strategies when working with students and faculty and ethical and legal issues regarding employment among other topics. This is a great way to stay connected to BSU. Contact our office to participate.

Practice Interview Program
The Practice Interview Program is a great way for employers to connect with students. Students are given the opportunity to practice their interview skills and to obtain advice from the people who actually do the hiring in organizations and businesses.

Job Shadow Program During Winter Break

The Job Shadow Program gives you the opportunity to host students at your company site for one day during January break. This allows students to explore careers, network with professionals and learn about your organization. This is an excellent branding opportunity!

Last Modified: January 25, 2013