University Recruiter, Associate

The MITRE Corporation•McLean, VA

8h•$78,000 - $117,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. That's because MITRE people are committed to tackling our nation's toughest challenges—and we're committed to the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE is different from most technology companies. We are a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts to influence what we do. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields as diverse as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making a difference every day—working for a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world. Our workplace reflects our values. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development opportunities for career growth, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and people in partnership. If this sounds like the choice you want to make, then choose MITRE - and make a difference with us. MITRE is seeking an experienced University Recruiter, Associate to join our team of talent strategists who connect extraordinary talent to MITRE’s mission. Our University Recruiter Associates are trusted partners to the business, responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle and delivering a seamless and strategic hiring experience in close collaboration with hiring teams. We’re seeking a dynamic, passionate, and outgoing University Recruiter, Associate to help us attract the brightest emerging minds in science, engineering, and technology. In this role, you'll be responsible for identifying and engaging top student talent from leading universities and research institutions, with a focus on individuals specializing in AI, Machine Learning, data analytics, and computer science. If you're energized by building meaningful connections and shaping the future of tech talent, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
6 months + of campus recruiting experience.
Excellent communication skills; written and verbal.
Experience with ATS and HCM systems required, preference for Workday experience.
Professional services, technology, and/or government contractor industry experience highly preferred.
Ability to travel up to 50%; requires a minimum of two days per week on-site.

Nice To Haves

Strong grasp of emerging technologies such as Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science.
Builds trust and rapport across diverse teams and stakeholders.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal awareness and relationship-building skills.
Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities

Identify and recruit candidates for internships, fellowships, and early-career full-time roles, managing the full-cycle recruitment process to include sourcing, screening and submitting qualified candidates to the business.
Build trusted partnerships with hiring managers, providing data-driven guidance on talent availability, recruitment timelines, and sourcing strategies.
Serve as a point of contact for campus engagement, including career fairs, recruiting events, and virtual info sessions.
Plan and execute engaging events on campus to attract students to MITRE.
Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through timely communication, transparency, and a high-touch, personalized recruiting approach.
Reach out to referrals in a warm, professional manner upon receiving the resume.
Plan and execute engaging events on campus to attract students to MITRE.
Serve as a MITRE Brand Ambassador internally and externally, representing the organization’s mission and values across all interactions.
Create formal offers in Workday system and negotiate final offers as needed.
Engage in on-campus events, including career fairs, to build relationships and convert prospective candidates into applicants.