Employer Engagement
Hawk Connect: Share Career Opportunities!
Handshake: HCC's Virtual Job and Internship Board
Handshake is the #1 way college students find jobs! We invite you to set up an employer account in Handshake and begin posting career pathways today!
Login/Signup: Employer Account
Handshake Resources:Career Fairs + Employer Engagement Opportunities
Career Fairs and Employer Engagement Opportunities are a great opportunity to engage with HCC students & community members. This is your time to shine and showcase your organization and the awesome career pathways you offer!
Workforce Empowerment Initiative (WEI) Connect Event
Have you heard of the Workforce Empowerment Initiative? It’s a dynamic program, making positive waves in the community. We invite you to come learn about it! If you have hiring needs in Manufacturing, Healthcare, Truck Driving/Transportation, or Computer Networking, we certainly want to see you there. We’ll discuss opportunities to recruit graduates directly from this impactful program.
Tuesday, September 17, 2025 from 11:30-1:30 pm - Lunch Provided
Location: Community Commons Building (CCB) 1406/07 at Heartland Community College
Skilled Trades & Agriculture Career Fair
Join us for our first ever Career Fair focused intentionally on skilled trades (Welders, HVAC Technicians, Electricians, Building/Facility Maintenance, Construction, etc.) and Agriculture. Our Hawks are ready to invest their skills and talents in a wonderful organization like yours. Registration is free.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 11:00-1:00 pm
Location: Advanced Manufacturing Center (AMC) at Heartland Community College
McLean County Chamber of Commerce's Community Job Fair
This is a fantastic event to showcase opportunities with the community! Connect with HCC students at this event!
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 from 11:00-1:30 pm
Location: Bloomington-Normal YMCA
Want to be notified about future Career Fairs? Sign-up below for future communications!
Sign-up | Career Fair Communication List
Employer Insight Survey
The Career Center is excited to work closely with your organization! We offer a variety of opportunities to engage with students, highlight your organization's career opportunities, and support the professional development journey of our Hawks.
Please share your engagement points of interest (ex: job fairs, networking, job shadow) and needs of your organization.
Recruit on Campus
Set up a campus visit or distribute flyers on campus to recruit for open or upcoming opportunities within your organization. Complete the below form to submit a request.