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RecruitED: Rutgers—New Brunswick Employer Summit

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | 10:00 am - 2:30 pm (Check-in: 9:30 am)
Livingston Hall at the Livingston Student Center

Connect with Rutgers—New Brunswick!

Join us on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Livingston Hall at the Livingston Student Center! As the premier event for recruiters at NJ’s largest institution and a beacon of diversity within the collegiate Big10, we invite you to cultivate connections with Career Exploration and Success, campus partners, and industry peers. Enjoy free entry, a delicious lunch, raffles, and enriching sessions. Deepen ties to the Rutgers community and elevate your network.

By the Numbers

4
EdConnect Sessions

Opportunities to learn and engage!

120
Available Seats

Register while space is available

$0
Admission Fee

No charge for interested employers

Keynote Speaker: 
Lisa Panarello
Careers Advance

Lisa radiates charisma and vitality in every interaction, on stage and off! She’s a dynamic emcee, empowering keynote speaker, growth facilitator, and accountability driver who delivers with a blend of humorous Brooklyn-style storytelling and practical insights that enable positive change.

As founder and CEO of RealTalkx and Careers Advance, Lisa works with Fortune 500, mid-sized, and boutique companies, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions, including JPMorgan Chase, Novartis, SHRM, NYU, and Australian Fleet Management Association, on building productive workplace cultures while improving talent engagement and performance. As professional development trainer and success strategy coach, she guides emerging to senior-level professionals and entrepreneurs in driving exciting, prosperous career and business journeys!

Since 2001, Lisa has developed and delivered 1,700+ edutaining speeches, workshops, and webinars reaching more than half a million people worldwide! She has 17 years of multi-industry experience, a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from Baruch College, and TTI™ Certifications in behavioral assessments, including DISC and Emotional Intelligence.

Lisa empowers others to define their purpose, connect authentically, punch through adversity, achieve their potential, and thrive wherever they choose to land.

Lisa Panarello

EdConnect Sessions

Learn about recruiting strategies while connecting with campus departments and programs.

Inclusive Recruitment: Insights from Rutgers’ DEI Experts

Rutgers University, a leader in diversity, offers valuable resources for employers building inclusive talent pipelines. In this session, hear from DEI leaders and campus partners about best practices for recruiting and retaining diverse talent. Learn how to engage with Rutgers programs and organizations supporting underrepresented groups, and discover actionable strategies for creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace that resonates with today’s diverse student population.

Engaging First-Year Students: Building Early Talent Pipelines

Building a strong talent pipeline begins with early engagement. In this session, CES staff and campus partners will share strategies for connecting with students early in their academic and career journeys. Explore mentorship programs, first-year experience courses, shadow days, and micro-internships. Learn how to establish meaningful relationships with students, positioning your organization as a key partner in their professional development.

Collaborating Across Disciplines: Engaging Students Through Academic Partnerships

Unlock the potential of interdisciplinary engagement by partnering with Rutgers’ diverse academic programs. In this session, faculty and staff from Business, Engineering, Data Science, and Arts & Sciences will share how employers connect with students through case competitions, capstone projects, classroom presentations, and research collaborations. Learn how tailored approaches can enhance your organization’s visibility and build a pipeline of highly skilled talent.

EdConnect Session 4

Potential 4th Session, details to follow.

Why Partner with CES and Rutgers—New Brunswick?

"Collaborating with CES has connected me with talented individuals and brought invaluable skills and perspectives to HBO/Warner Bros Discovery. I support CES's mission to bridge the gap between students and employers."

Garrison Wilson
Warner Bros. Discovery (HBO Division)

“Partnering with CES to support professional development and career opportunities for students is a rewarding experience. I am impressed with the resources available to students, their accomplishments, and how they present themselves.”

Bria Rathway
Lockheed Martin

"As a CES partner, we experienced the invaluable impact of our collaboration. We actively engaged with RU students at various events & fairs. CES provided a dynamic platform for us to cultivate talent & foster meaningful relationships."

Jeunet Fidelino
GO Foundation

“Leading the Rutgers Finance recruiting for the last 6 years, it has grown considerably more difficult to narrow candidates down for roles due to the high caliber of students that apply from Rutgers. I wish there were more roles to offer!”

Georges Richa
Johnson & Johnson

"Partnering with Rutgers is key for Robertet’s recruitment. Their CES team excels in connecting students and employers. As a member of the Knights of the Round Table program, I see the value of this partnership and look forward to fostering young talent."

Tina Botros
Robertet

Registration Information:

Register while space is available! This event is free to attend.

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