University Relation Program Specialist

Ericsson•Plano, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Ericsson's Emerging Talent Team to help shape the next generation of technologists and leaders. This role offers the opportunity to build and scale programs that attract early-career talent, strengthen campus partnerships, and create exceptional experiences for interns and new college graduates. The position leads and operationalizes Employer Branding and University Relations activities to attract and convert top tech talent, using data and analytics to shape strategy, coordinate delivery across sites and teams, and ensure excellent candidate experience throughout the campus-to-hire lifecycle.

Requirements

Strong strategic thinking with ability to translate insights into actionable programs
Proven experience in employer branding, university relations, or campus recruitment
Excellent program management and execution capabilities
Data-driven mindset with ability to analyze metrics and drive continuous improvement
Outstanding relationship-building skills with universities, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Strong communication skills with ability to craft clear, on-brand messaging
Experience managing supplier contracts and event logistics
Ability to coordinate across multiple sites and teams
Commitment to inclusion and engagement in campus recruiting
Operational leadership skills with ability to activate at events when needed

Responsibilities

Define and co-create employer branding strategies for Market Area Americas, utilizing data and analytics to shape prioritized programs targeting students, interns, new graduates, and early-career professionals, tailoring these strategies to the local market ensuring effective execution.
Plan and execute on-campus and off-campus activities such as career fairs and information sessions, own core campus programs like ambassador initiatives, and build strong relationships with universities and student communities.
Monitor program metrics to refine strategies, manage external partners and supplier contracts, coordinate logistics for recruiting events, and lead projects aligned with long-term recruitment policies.
Build and strengthen relationships with universities, student communities, and alumni networks, supporting high-profile projects aligned with long-term recruitment policy and strategy.
Coordinate activities across Ericsson sites and Talent & Development teams, build talent communities and pools focused on key skills needed for the Americas region, and serve as the expert and primary communicator for key early-career programs to interns and new graduate candidates.

Benefits

Competitive package
Opportunity for an annual bonus (Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan)
Excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options
Dental plan option
Company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents
Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution
Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay (full matching contributions of 4% when contributing at least 5%)
Company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance
Basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan
Minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation
Up to 3 personal days per year
11 annual holidays
8 hours of volunteer time
80 hours of sick time annually
Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave
6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay
Financial wellness programs
Educational assistance
Matching gifts
Recognition programs