Recruiting Student Interns

Recruiting Student Interns with Truman

Engage Tomorrow's Leaders

Why Partner with Truman?

We pride ourselves in preparing students to excel in today’s dynamic professional environments. Our programs are academically driven with an emphasis on critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills which are essential in the workplace. With a curriculum rooted in a liberal arts tradition, our students are well-rounded, ideal candidates for internships across diverse industries.

Diverse Expertise

With more than 50 majors and minors, we provide access to students in fields like business, healthcare, technology, education, and more.

National Recognition

We are consistently ranked as one of the top public universities in the Midwest, ensuring you work with high-achieving and motivated individuals.

Talent Pipeline

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), approximately 60% of college students complete an internship during their college career, equipping them with hands-on experience and practical skills.

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"Truman interns bring a level of preparedness and professionalism that sets them apart. They’ve made meaningful contributions to our organization while showcasing their passion for learning and growth."

Our recruiting process is designed to support your organization’s unique needs.

Please follow our Employer Recruitment Guidelines and follow these three steps:

Employer Recruitment Guidelines

Step one

Create a #HireTruman Account

Register your organization on Truman’s official job posting platform, #HireTruman. This platform connects you with hundreds of students seeking meaningful internship experiences. Be sure to use a professional email domain for account approval and submit a detailed company profile to build trust and transparency with candidates.

Step Two

Post Engaging Internship Opportunities

Highlight the role’s responsibilities, compensation details, and skills required to attract the right candidates.

Step Three

Participate in Recruitment Events

Host a booth at our on-campus career expos to meet students in person, offer virtual info sessions or Q&A events to connect with remote candidates, and schedule on-campus interviews or recruitment presentations.

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Internship Guidelines for Employers

To ensure a rewarding experience for both interns and employers, Truman upholds strict guidelines for internships. These standards promote fair, ethical, and impactful practices that align with the Department of Labor’s criteria for internships. Our guidelines include:

Clear Learning Objectives: Define skills and knowledge interns will gain.
Structured Supervision: Assign mentors who provide regular feedback and guidance.
Legal Compliance: Adhere to labor laws, especially for unpaid internships.

Please look at our Detailed Overview for more information.

Detailed Overview on Internships

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