Resources and recruiting tips to help you connect with early talent the smart way.
Why Recruiting Early Talent Matters
Early talent acquisition is not just about filling entry-level positions—it's about building your company's future leadership and innovation pipeline.
of students prefer early internships from verified companies.
of campus hires stay longer than off-campus hires.
higher engagement with interactive campus events.
of Gen Z prefer companies with clear growth paths.
Top Guides & Toolkits
Crafting Your First Internship Program
A comprehensive guide to designing and launching an effective internship program that benefits both your company and students.
The Campus Recruitment Playbook
Strategic approaches to campus recruiting, including timelines, outreach templates, and follow-up processes.
Cold Outreach Templates that Actually Work
Proven email and message templates that get responses from busy students and career centers.
Virtual Career Fair Checklist
Everything you need to prepare for, run, and follow up after a successful virtual career event.
Interview Questions for Early Talent
Structured interview templates designed specifically for identifying potential in candidates with limited work experience.
Onboarding Guide for Student Hires
Best practices for welcoming and integrating new graduates and interns into your team culture.
Watch & Learn
Explore our video library of expert tips, webinars, and best practices for student recruitment.
5 Steps to a Great First Hire
Hosting an Effective Virtual Event
Gradly's Campus Outreach Strategy
Converting Interns to Full-Time Hires
Best Practices Blog
Stay updated with the latest trends and insights in student recruitment and campus hiring.
How to Design a Student-First Recruitment Process
Learn how to tailor your hiring workflow to attract and engage top student talent...
Building Meaningful Relationships with Career Centers
Strategies to establish long-term connections with university placement offices...
Remote Internship Programs That Actually Work
Best practices for creating engaging virtual experiences that develop real skills...
Ready-to-use Templates
Download professionally crafted templates to streamline your recruitment process.
Email Templates for Campus Outreach
A collection of 10+ templates for initial outreach, follow-ups, and event invitations.
Internship Offer Letter
Professionally written, legally reviewed template that you can customize for your company.
Event Checklist PDF
Complete planning guide for before, during, and after your recruitment events.
Student Feedback Form
Collect actionable insights from candidates about your recruitment process.
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