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Information for Non-University Employers
The Center for Career Development and Student Employment (CDSE) offers a wide variety of programs and services for community employers. CDSE programs enhance the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) experience by enabling students to develop skills in & out of the classroom, while helping employers meet their staffing needs.
Interview job candidates via webcam
On May 28, 2008 employers from NAVSEA successfully conducted a series of job interviews with student candidates from the University of Hawaii at Manoa via webcam from their offices in California. CDSE plans to allow other employers to conduct interviews over the internet via webcam. If you are a non-university employer interested in setting up an interview with job candidates remotely via webcam contact us for more information.
Program Partnerships
Non-University Employment
From small businesses to international corporations, CDSE connects you with students through part-time, year-round, and seasonal positions and alumni through full-time positions.
Cooperative Education (Co-op) and Internships
Serve as a host organization for students seeking opportunities to engage in career focused experiential work/learning experiences.
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Community Service Federal Work Study
Provide educational employment opportunities for students in your non-profit, community service organization and pay only 25% of their gross earnings.
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Partner with CDSE by Becoming a Sponsor
We invite you to become a partner with CDSE in helping students to reach their fullest potential as future members of the professional workforce. Your sponsorship will fund programs that enhance the awareness, exploration, experience and evaluation of students in their life long career planning:
- Scholarships in recognition of outstanding work ethics and contribution of students who work
- Programs which assist students in connecting education with the world of work
- Equipment and supplies needed for career fairs and other outreach activities
- Advisory Board - $1500
- President - $1000
- Director - $500
- Coordinator - $25 - $499
Post Your Job Announcement
Employers may list part-time, full-time and seasonal positions which will be advertised on our various sites. For full-time vacancies, complete the job form and submit to CDSE via email or by faxing the form to (808) 956-4082.For part-time, Cooperative Education and internship positions, go to our sece online system.
Employer Recruitment Services
Participate in opportunities to meet with students and alumni through our Employer Recruitment Program. All arrangements are handled by the Center for Career Development & Student Employment (CDSE) office and publicized to the UHM students and community. Please complete the Questionnaire Form to request for any of our employer services and fax to the CDSE Employer Liaison at (808) 956-4082.
Employer Services:
- On-Campus Interviews
- Informational Meetings
- Information Tables
- Meetings with Faculty
- Resource Library
On-Campus Interviews
CDSE is equipped with four private interview rooms for employers interested in interviewing qualified university students and alumni. Services include publicity, resume collection, and interview scheduling. We recommend that interested employers make early reservations.
CDSE Employer Liaison may also assist employers with collecting resumes from interested candidates for prescreening and scheduling interview appointments prior to the interview date. The option to request for prescreening only is also available.
Informational Meetings
In addition to on-campus interview services, we can arrange employer informational sessions where interested candidates can learn about your organization, employment opportunities, training, benefits, etc. These sessions can be arranged independent of, or in conjunction with, on-campus interviews.
Information Tables
If high visibility is of interest to your organization, schedule an Information Table in the lively, informal area known as Campus Center Mall. We can reserve a table for your materials and displays where you can market your organization, and have an open discussion with students.
Meetings with faculty
Along with meetings with students and alumni, we can arrange meeting space and other informal gatherings with faculty. If you prefer, schedule a hosted event such as a breakfast or lunch as part of your opportunity to inform faculty of employment opportunities for students and generate interest in their recruitment activities.
Resource Library
Add to the collection of employer literature to our career Resource Library by sending your organization’s publications such as career recruitment brochures, fact sheets, annual reports, and etc.
Please send your materials to:
Career Development and
Student Employment
2600 Campus Rd, QLCSS Rm 212
Honolulu Hawaii 96822
Browse the CDSE website with these quick links:
View the latest CDSE News and Updates and learn more about CDSE Job Programs and our various online offerings by clicking through the links below. To suggest a new quick link, send an email to cdse@hawaii.edu
Employers from NAVSEA successfully conducted a series of job interviews with students from the University of Hawaii at Manoa via webcam from their offices in California. CDSE plans to allow other non-university employers to conduct interviews over the internet via webcam.
Wondering which career direction is right for you? Whether you're a new college student on campus or a college student preparing for graduation, deciding on a career can be very difficult. To select the right career path, you must know something about yourself and how to find the right career that will best suit your goals.
View the online orientation and send us your information to begin working with Cooperative Education / Internship.
Congratulations to Marc Marquez, winner of both the state and regional Student Employee of the Year awards. Click the link to see a slideshow of the SEOTY celebration.
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University Employment
Working at the University. There are nearly 4,000 students working on the UHM campus. CDSE can help you find the University job you've been looking for.
Non-University Employment
Working in the community. From small businesses to international corporations, CDSE allows you to connect with employers suited to your interest.
Cooperative Education (Co-op) / Internships
Working in your Major. The Cooperative Education and Internship programs allow you to gain practical real world experience in your major while still in school.
Federal Work Study
Working in the community and university. Federal Work Study is a financial-aid based program that subsidizes a portion of college expenses by offering employ ment in career or community service positions.
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Still trying to decide which major is right for you? About to finish your degree and you still don't know what kind of jobs you can get with your major? Take a look at our fact sheet to learn more about your major. Learn More