Corporate Connect
Corporate Connect is the College of Business’s employer engagement program, designed to connect companies with Tennessee Tech students through meaningful, career-focused experiences. The program brings employers, students, and faculty together to support talent development, strengthen recruiting pipelines, and build lasting relationships with the college.
What is Corporate Connect?
Corporate Connect offers employers a flexible way to engage with students across business disciplines. Through a combination of on-campus and virtual experiences, participating companies can introduce their organization, share industry insight, and connect directly with students who are preparing to enter the workforce.
Each Corporate Connect experience is designed in partnership with the employer to align with recruiting goals and provide students with practical exposure to professional expectations and career pathways.
Why Participate in Corporate Connect?
Corporate Connect provides employers with direct access to career-ready students enrolled in AACSB-accredited business programs. Participation allows organizations to:
- Build awareness of their brand and career opportunities
- Engage with students beyond a traditional career fair setting
- Identify potential candidates for internships and full-time roles
- Share real-world insight into industry trends and professional skills
- Develop long-term relationships with students, faculty, and the college
The program emphasizes meaningful interaction, helping employers make connections that lead to stronger recruitment outcomes.
Engagement Opportunities
Employers can participate in Corporate Connect through a variety of engagement options, including:
- Information Sessions: Introduce your organization, culture, and career opportunities.
- Tabling and Pop-Up Events: Engage students in high-traffic campus locations through informal conversations.
- Classroom Engagement: Guest lectures, case discussions, or applied learning experiences within business courses.
- Student Organization Engagement: Connect with student groups aligned with your industry or functional area.
- Workshops and Lunch & Learns: Lead sessions focused on professional skills, leadership, or industry topics.
Engagement options can be customized to meet your organization’s goals.
Student Experience
Corporate Connect helps students develop professional skills, expand their networks, and explore career opportunities across industries. These experiences complement classroom learning and support students as they prepare for internships and full-time employment.