Hire UChicago
The Brightest Minds in the Classroom and in the Workplace
University of Chicago undergraduates and graduate students are selected for one trait above all others: the drive to think rigorously and to question. Our undergraduate College draws from all 50 states and more than 100 countries, bringing extraordinary intellectual range to every problem - and an urgency to put that thinking to work. Our team is here to help you find them.
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Plan your recruiting around the academic calendar and key hiring dates.Recruit at UChicago.
Review our recruiting guidelines and best practices for a successful recruiting season.Build Your Recruiting Strategy.
Partner with us to develop a recruiting approach tailored to your hiring goals.
Who You Will Recruit
With a strong foundation of liberal arts education, UChicago undergraduates bring a global mindset and are taught by world-class faculty.
Substantive from day one.
Students are prepared to navigate real world challenges from day one – they already think outside of the box and are equipped to handle ambiguity across various disciplines.
You can’t train for this.
The Core curriculum means every student, regardless of major, can move between disciplines. That range shows up in how they solve problems.
A pipeline of high-caliber talent.
Our team will work with you as a strategic thought partner connecting you with talent before your posting even goes live and building a pipeline beyond a one-time summer hire.
At a glance.
7,500+ Undergraduate Students
50+ Academic Majors
50+ Minors
450+ Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs)
32 NCAA Division III Team National Championships
Post Opportunities
Jobs & Internships on Handshake
Reach one of the nation's most talented undergraduate populations. Handshake is your gateway to UChicago students and recent College alumni - intellectually curious, analytically rigorous, and eager to tackle complex challenges. Create an employer account and begin recruiting.
Host Campus Events
Information Sessions, Coffee Chats, & Interviews
Build meaningful connections with exceptional UChicago students before the interview process begins. Whether introducing your organization through an information session, engaging candidates in small-group coffee chats, or conducting interviews on campus or virtually, our team will help you create a seamless and impactful recruiting experience.
Recruit at Career Fairs
Fall 2026 Career Fair | Monday, September 28, 2026
Ida Noyes Hall, 12:30-4pm CT
Recruit UChicago talent at the University's largest annual recruiting event, bringing together 1,000+ undergraduate, graduate, and professional students pursuing internship and full-time opportunities.
STEM Career Fair | Friday, January 29, 2027
Ida Noyes Hall, 12-3pm CT
Connect with exceptional undergraduate talent from UChicago's leading STEM programs, including life sciences, molecular engineering, quantum, computer science, environmental sciences, physical sciences, and related disciplines.
Hire Interns
The Jeff Metcalf Internship Program
Recruit exceptional undergraduate talent through UChicago's flagship paid internship program. For 30 years, the Jeff Metcalf Internship Program has connected leading organizations with outstanding students through meaningful internship experiences that launch careers and strengthen talent pipelines.
Whether virtual, hybrid, or in person, the program is designed to integrate seamlessly with your organization's internship and recruiting strategy.
Host an Office Visit
Career Trek Program
Position your organization at the forefront of students' career exploration.
Throughout the academic year, Career Advancement brings cohorts of approximately 25 highly engaged UChicago students to organizations across the U.S. and around the world for curated site visits. It's an opportunity to showcase your culture, highlight career pathways, and build relationships with exceptional future talent.
Showcase Your Organization
Job Shadowing Program
Open your doors to exceptional UChicago students through flexible job shadow experiences that inspire career exploration and foster meaningful connections.
Challenge Exceptional Minds
Competitions & Challenges
Create opportunities for students to tackle complex, real-world challenges. From case competitions and design challenges to sponsored innovation initiatives, employers can engage exceptional problem-solvers, identify emerging talent, and strengthen their presence on campus.
Design and sponsor a custom competition or partner on an existing program. Explore our competition overview to see examples across AI, Climate & Sustainability, Consulting, Finance, Policy, Science & Engineering, and more.