2026 Employer University Webinar Series
The University of Florida Career Connections Center is pleased to present our 2026 Webinar Series! These webinars are a part of our Employer University initiative designed to empower employers with cutting-edge insights in college recruiting. Our webinar courses will elevate your proficiency in crucial hiring practices and emerging industry trends. Our mission is simple: to empower you to maximize your recruitment strategies, cultivate a compelling brand presence, and secure the brightest candidates from the University of Florida's distinguished talent pool.
We invite you to partake in these transformative learning opportunities by registering for our webinar courses. Each webinar will be offered twice, ensuring maximum accessibility to our viewers. Best of all, Employer University Webinars are entirely complimentary, and you have the added benefit of earning SHRM credit. Your success is our commitment, and we look forward to welcoming you to Employer University.
Employer University Webinars Will Help Employers
- Maximize your recruitment efforts
- Develop an influential employment brand at UF
- Save time, energy, and hiring costs
- Increase your recruitment ROI
- Successfully hire Florida’s finest
- 98% of past webinar attendees stated that they plan to incorporate the strategies learned in the webinar
- 98.5% of webinar attendees stated that they learned at least one technique related to college recruiting
- 97% of webinar attendees stated that Employer University courses helped them learn general information about the characteristics associated with today’s college students
How Can I Join the UF Employer University Spring Series?
Register today by using the provided ZOOM link below for an Employer University webinar course. You will receive SHRM credit once you complete the webinar.
June 2026
Recruiting Through Student Voices: What Makes Employers Stand Out
Student Panel
Description:
In this student‑led panel, UF students share candid perspectives on what draws them to employers, what turns them away, and how they decide where to invest their time. From events and messaging to follow‑up and authenticity, this session gives employers a direct look at how their recruiting efforts are experienced by students.
Key Takeaways:
- Hear directly from students about what influences employer choice
- Learn which engagement strategies feel meaningful vs. transactional
- Understand how students interpret employer messaging and presence
- Apply student feedback to strengthen Fall recruiting efforts
Date Options:
Wednesday the 24th - 2:00 PM (EST) - Register for the webinar here!
Friday the 26th- 11:00 AM (EST) - Register for the webinar here!
No Webinars for July
August 2026
Career Showcase Prep: Tools, Tactics & Timeline
Description:
UF’s Career Showcase is one of the most impactful recruiting moments of the year, and preparation is key. This session helps employers move beyond logistics to approach the fair strategically. Employers will learn how to prepare messaging, engage effectively at the booth, and follow up in ways that convert conversations into candidates.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand what students expect at Career Showcase
- Prepare messaging that resonates in high‑traffic environments
- Learn effective booth engagement techniques
- Improve post‑fair follow‑up and candidate conversion
Date Options:
Wednesday the 12th - 2:00 PM (EST) - Register for the webinar here!
Friday the 14th- 11:00 AM (EST) - Register for the webinar here!
Questions Regarding Employer University?
For details on Employer University please contact Jesus Batista, Manager for Industry Engagement, directly at jesusbatista@ufl.edu or (352)273-2322.
Employer University Webinars
Select a video from below to view
What’s Working in College Recruiting Insights from University Engagement Experts
11-14-2025
The Follow-Through Maximizing Engagement After Career Showcase
10-10-2025
The Follow-Through Maximizing Engagement After Career Showcase
10-08-2025
Employers can also register for all the webinars on the C3 website at https://career.ufl.edu/employers/employer-university/