University Relations Program Manager

Ericsson • Plano, TX

9d • 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

• 8+ years of related experience
• 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

• Defining and co-creating 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.
• Planning and executing on-campus and off-campus activities such as career fairs and information sessions.
• Owning core campus programs like ambassador initiatives.
• Building strong relationships with universities and student communities.
• Monitoring program metrics to refine strategies.
• Managing external partners and supplier contracts.
• Coordinating logistics for recruiting events.
• Leading projects aligned with long-term recruitment policies.
• Building and strengthening relationships with universities, student communities, and alumni networks.
• Supporting high-profile projects aligned with long-term recruitment policy and strategy.
• Coordinating activities across Ericsson sites and Talent & Development teams.
• Building talent communities and pools focused on key skills needed for the Americas region.
• Serving as the expert and primary communicator for key early-career programs to interns and new graduate candidates.

Benefits

• Choice of three medical plan options
• Dental plan option
• Annual bonus
• 401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution and matching
• Company credits equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Company credits equal to the cost of short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Stock Purchase Plan
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed