Contract College Recruiter

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with students and hiring managers
• Act as the primary point of contact for intern and early-career candidates across the U.S., guiding them through the recruiting process with a high-touch, personalized approach
• Conduct resume reviews and phone screens, focusing on understanding each candidate’s interests, motivations, and career goals
• Create a positive, engaging candidate experience from first interaction through offer, helping students feel connected to Keysight’s culture and mission
• Partner closely with hiring managers
• Collaborate with hiring managers to deeply understand team needs, skill requirements, and long-term talent goals
• Provide insights on candidate pipelines, market trends, and hiring progress, acting as a strategic advisor throughout the recruiting process
• Ensure alignment and transparency by sharing timely updates and helping managers make informed decisions
• Represent Keysight on campus and beyond
• Confidently share Keysight’s story and value proposition with students through career fairs, campus presentations, and student organization engagement
• Partner with Campus Program Managers and University Recruiting Specialist and local teams to build awareness and long-term relationships with key universities and student communities
• Contribute to continuous improvement
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to refine and enhance university recruiting strategies and processes
• Support additional initiatives such as relocation, immigration exposure, and program development
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal processes while maintaining a candidate-first mindset

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with 1-3+ years of experience in Recruiting and a passion for recruiting university candidates
• Strong presentation and organization skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook skills
• Transparent passion for helping coach students to find their dream job with Keysight
• Flexible and super-responsive, professional work ethic reflected in interactions with candidates and hiring managers
• Preferred: BS Degree in Human Resources, Communications or Marketing
• Exposure to social media marketing and social networking
• Familiarity with HR/Recruiting/Hiring in past roles or in academic setting