Recruiting / Talent Acquisition
Recruiters and Talent Acquisition professionals identify, attract, and hire qualified candidates to fill job openings within organizations.
Example Day-to-Day
Daily work includes sourcing candidates through various channels, screening resumes, conducting interviews, coordinating hiring processes, building relationships with candidates and hiring managers, negotiating offers, and maintaining applicant tracking systems.
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Education Requirements
Recruiters typically have a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or Communications. Many successful recruiters come from sales backgrounds. Certifications like SHRM or HRCI can be helpful but aren't always required.
Best Majors
- Human Resources
- Business Administration
- Psychology
- Communications
Best Colleges for Those Majors
- Cornell University (ILR School)
- University of Illinois
- Michigan State University
- Rutgers University
- Penn State University
Related Scholarships
- Human Resources Scholarships
- SHRM Foundation Scholarships
- Business Scholarships
- Recruiting and Talent Acquisition Scholarships