Philanthropy & The Talent Pipeline: Partnering with the Office of Career Services Cynthia Downing, Office of Career Services Shinika McKiever, Division of University Advancement May 16, 2019

The Benefits of Partnership

University Advancement & Office of Career Services Who We Are University Advancement & Office of Career Services Overview Office of Career Services The Office of Career Services (OCS) offers a wide range of programs and services for students, employers, faculty/staff and alumni. OCS provides centralized services for your on-campus recruiting and employment needs that can assist you in developing strategies to help you accomplish your goals. University Advancement The mission of University Advancement is to support the university through the enhancement and management of private resources by expanding opportunities for engagement, increasing the division’s resources, strengthening the university’s brand, and improving communications. Comprised of Alumni Relations, Development, and Advancement Operations. ncat.edu

What’s the Difference? Corporate Engagement Employer Relations Corporate Engagement versus Employer Relations What’s the Difference? Corporate Engagement Employer Relations Corporate Partnerships and Engagement Interdisciplinary focused Support university programs, student scholarships, or endowments Campus visits Building relationships Recruitment Internships, co-ops, job placement Information Sessions Any other recruitment related activity Talent pipeline Resume review ncat.edu

Maximizing Corporate Engagement Partnering with Career Services Maximizing Corporate Engagement Synergy between Advancement and Career Services Facilitate and build corporate connections Relationship is inclusive Share information Develop relationships with alumni network Be an advocate Engage partners ncat.edu

Collaboration is Key Aligning Corporate Interests Need for Collaboration Collaboration is Key Aligning Corporate Interests Be familiar with campus landscape Partner on events hosted by Office of Career Services Invite corporate partners to engage Include in corporate visits and proposals Understand needs of both Advancement and Career Services ncat.edu

NC A&T State University Best Practice Overview NC A&T State University Office of Career Services and University Advancement Partnership Both offices are centralized. Close working relationship. Recruit corporate partners to engage in Career Services’ activities. Identify mutual interests to maximize corporate partnerships. Connect alumni who work with corporate partners. Create opportunities for engagement. ncat.edu

Benefits of Advancement & Career Services Partnership Partnership Benefits Benefits of Advancement & Career Services Partnership Centralized Approach Advancement can secure funding for Career Services programs Student needs are met Expand corporate partnership opportunities One-stop shop for corporate partners Increase corporate engagement ncat.edu

Cultivate Capacity: Not Just Relationships

Integrating Advancement & Career Services NC A&T Partnership Integrating Advancement & Career Services The Power in Partnership Developed close working relationship between University Advancement & Office of Career Services. Share information on corporate partners to maximize engagement. Serve on committees and include on corporate campus visits. Educate corporate partners on the services provided by Career Services and ways to build and strengthen corporate relationships. ncat.edu

Strategies for Corporate Engagement Best Practice Examples Strategies for Corporate Engagement Career Fair Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations attends and works the Office of Career Services fall and spring career fairs. The goal is to build a working relationship with the Office of Career Services and also utilize the event to mingle with corporate partners. This is also a great time to setup meetings with your corporate partners while they are in town. Invite corporate partners to meet with you or connect with faculty in their interest area. Recognize corporate gifts at Career Awareness banquets. Check presentations for gifts over $25,000 ncat.edu

Strategies for Corporate Engagement Best Practices Example Strategies for Corporate Engagement Making Connections Connect corporate partners with Office of Career Services to join Industry Cluster. Identify speakers and corporate volunteers for Office of Career Services events. Introduce Office of Career Services to new corporate partners who are interested in recruitment. Hold regular meetings ncat.edu

The Goal is to Add Value Mutually Beneficial Relationship Best Practice Examples The Goal is to Add Value Mutually Beneficial Relationship Communicate important information to corporate partners: Career fair registration, volunteer needs, new relationship Have an awareness of the programs and services offered by Career Services: Communicate career development needs to corporate partner Include in funding proposals Volunteer and serve on committees. ncat.edu

Q&A Session

Q&A with Cynthia Downing Q&A Session Q&A with Cynthia Downing Associate Vice Chancellor of Career Services How would you describe the Office of Career Services’ relationship with University Advancement? ncat.edu

Q&A with Cynthia Downing Q&A Session Q&A with Cynthia Downing Associate Vice Chancellor of Career Services What advice would you give to development professionals on engaging with the Office of Career Services? ncat.edu

Q&A with Cynthia Downing Q&A Session Q&A with Cynthia Downing Associate Vice Chancellor of Career Services What would you describe as your major challenge or need? How can University Advancement assist? ncat.edu

Questions?

North Carolina A&T State University Contact Information North Carolina A&T State University Cynthia Downing Shinika McKiever Associate Vice Chancellor of Career Services downingc@ncat.edu (336) 334-7755 Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations smckiever@ncat.edu (336) 285-3072 ncat.edu