On-Campus Interviewing
Career Development Services is here to help you find your next internship, co-op, or full time job. Our on-campus interviewing is now being offered virtually.
We have nearly 100 companies conducting interviews on campus each semester exclusively for NJIT students and recent alumni (up to one year post graduation).
Your next great opportunity awaits, get activated for the On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) program, and start applying to opportunities today!
Getting Activated For OCI
- Step 1: Upload your resume to Handshake.
- Step 2: To activate your OCI account, complete the Interviewing-Student Activation survey in Handshake.
- Step 3: Once you complete the survey you will have access to access to search and apply to OCI opportunities.
OCI Program Policies & Guidelines
- Interview Attendance: Candidates are expected to sign up for and attend all interviews they are selected for.
- Cancelation Policy: Candidates may withdraw from consideration prior to the resume deadline, but interview cancelations are not permitted.
- No-show Policy: Candidates who fail to attend an interview will have their OCI account suspended. Candidates must meet with a Career Development Services staff member to discuss OCI reactivation.
Finding and Applying to OCI Opportunities
- Finding Opportunities: OCI opportunities can be found in Handshake under the “Jobs” tab. Once you are on this page, select "All Filters" then "Interviewing On- Campus" then "Show Results" to view opportunities.
- Application Deadlines: Each OCI opportunity has a different application deadline. In order to be considered for an opportunity, resumes must be submitted prior to the deadline close date/time.
Preparing for Your OCI Interview
- Interview Preparation: Candidates are strongly encouraged to practice for their interview via Big Interview or by scheduling a practice interview with their career advisor via Handshake.
- Information Sessions: Some companies conduct information sessions prior to their OCI to provide an overview of their organization and answer questions about their open opportunities. A list of information sessions and registration information can be found in Handshake under “Events.”
Interview Day Details
- Interview Outfit: Candidates are expected to wear business professional attire: suit/tie, pant/skirt suit.
- Interview Location: On-campus interviews are held in the Career Development Services office: Fenster Hall, Room 400. Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes early. Virtual interviews will be conducted via an online platform determined by the employer.
After the Interview
- Hiring Outcomes: Companies will contact you directly regarding second-round interviews or hiring outcomes. Each organization has a different hiring process and timeline, therefore, it is recommended that you ask about next steps at the end of your interview.
- Accepting a Job Offer: In accordance with our Job Offer Acceptance Policy, once you accept an offer, please withdraw your application from any other job opportunities.
Questions
On-campus interview questions can be directed to Zac Stager at zachary.stager@njit.edu or 973-596-6365