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Innovate and Grow: Tap into Heriot-Watt University’s Talent Pool

Posted: 13th November 2024

Recruit Our Students and Graduates
Heriot-Watt University is renowned for producing highly employable students and graduates. By
partnering with us, your organisation can tap into this talent pool. Our students rank joint 2nd in
the UK and joint 1st in Scotland for positive graduate outcomes.
Our Employer Engagement team collaborates closely with industry partners to match
you with students and graduates who possess the skills and knowledge your business
needs. Whether you’re looking for summer interns, part-time employees, or graduates,
we want to hear from you. Contact us at employers@hw.ac.uk.
Advertise Your Opportunities for Free
Take advantage of our TargetConnect careers portal to showcase your vacancies and
elevate your company’s profile. It’s simple, effective, and completely free!
Register with TargetConnect
Even if you don’t have current vacancies, creating a company profile on TargetConnect
enhances your visibility to students and alumni, increasing your chances of attracting
top talent. You can enrich your profile with videos, pictures, and events to highlight your
company’s values and opportunities.
Promote Your Opportunities
We offer various ways to promote your opportunities to our talented students and
graduates, including:
• Graduate Jobs
• Summer Internships/Work Experience
• Part-time Jobs or Voluntary Opportunities
Increase Your Campus Presence
Maximise your engagement with our students by starting with our free advertising
options. Additionally, you can connect with students on campus through:
• Skills Training
• Careers Fairs
• Presentations
• Drop-in Sessions
• Recruitment Interviews
• Targeted Emails
• Advertising and Sponsorship
If you’re interested in any of our services, please email employers@hw.ac.uk. Let’s work
together to shape the future with Heriot-Watt’s emerging talent!

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