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TPE Virtual Placement

Where the Collaborative Career Journey Begins!

At our Virtual Placement Event, we are committed to fostering meaningful interview connections and supporting growth within Student Affairs. Whether you are an employer seeking the right candidates or a job seeker eager to make a lasting impact, this event is designed to help you navigate the dynamic landscape of opportunities and possibilities.

 

Who is Virtual Placement For?

  • Graduate and Undergraduate students who are seeking full-time entry-level employment after graduation.
  • Early career professionals who are looking for lateral opportunities or opportunities for advancement into mid-level roles (3-5 years of professional experience).
  • Mid-level professionals who are looking for lateral opportunities or opportunities for advancement into upper-mid-level positions (5-7 years of professional experience).
  • Mid-level professionals who are looking for leadership opportunities at the Director level or unit leader level (7+ years of professional experience).

 

Key benefits to employers for participating in TPE Virtual Placement:

  • Access to a diverse pool of candidates who are intentionally seeking employment.
  • The opportunity to recruit, showcase your brand and (re)affirm your reputation as a great place to work!
  • The convenience of a platform where you and your team can view applicants, message and chat, network, post open jobs and receive applications, schedule interviews, and hold interviews all in one place.
  • Save time, money, and energy by not having to travel for an on-site event.

 

What do you receive as an employer?

  • A full customized booth for your team to brand. You can include videos, documents, and links to your campus information.
  • Up to 8 recruiters in your booth. Each recruiter can review job seekers, send chat invitations, and schedule interviews. The booth owner can also schedule interviews for their team.
  • The ability to have 1:1 or group interviews during Interview Week.
  • Embedded phone and video chat for the Career Fair and Scheduling Week.
  • Embedded scheduler and messaging for Interview Week.
  • The ability to use your preferred platform for your Interview Week interviews.
  • Full mobile app in addition to the desktop application.

TPE Virtual Placement

Whether you’re an exceptional candidate looking for the next step in your professional journey in student affairs or an empowered employer looking for the next talented member of your team, TPE Virtual Placement is where you want to be and where you’ll find what you’re looking for!

March 3-7, 2025

Registration Opens Dec. 20th
Save Time

Save Time

This dedicated week of coordinated scheduled interviews allows job seekers and employers to cast a wide net, identify potential connections, hold interviews and make offers faster than the traditional self-led process.

Save Energy.

Save Energy.

From the east coast to the pacific, job seekers and employers can set their own schedule of availability and manage interviewing on a schedule that works for you, from anywhere in the US or abroad, without extended time away from home and on-campus responsibilities.

Save Money.

Save Money.

In-person recruiting and hiring costs add up quickly. Cast a wide net from your home or office. No more packing and shipping exhibition supplies. No more week-long hotel stays.

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The new iteration of The Placement Exchange (TPE) is crucial for our profession as it embraces innovation and adaptability, providing a cutting-edge platform for employers and candidates to connect virtually and in a more accessible format.

Dr. Melvin “Jai” Jackson, Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Engagement, NC State University

TPE provides so many employment opportunities and candidate resources. It really optimizes your chance for finding a quality work experience.

Randall Williams, Assistant Director of Student Accountability, Vanderbilt University

The low-cost search option of TPE Placement gives you access to so many candidates with the exact experiences you are seeking.

Tierza Watts, Director of the Center for Leadership, Elon University

Adaptation is one of the most important components for survival for any organization. TPE is the adjustment needed to serve our profession and its needs in a way that is sustainable and timely for today’s audience.

Nyerere Tryman, Executive Director, University Housing, Auburn University

On the fence about TPE? Absolutely do it! Take advantage of the amazing resources that TPE provides to enhance your experience.

Randall Williams, Assistant Director of Student Accountability, Vanderbilt University

Participating in the Virtual Career Fair & Placement experience offers a cost-effective, efficient, and flexible way to connect with a diverse talent pool, showcasing your organization's adaptability and innovation while eliminating traditional events' costs and geographical constraints. The virtual format provides access to a global talent pool through an inclusive recruitment approach.

Dr. Melvin “Jai” Jackson, Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Engagement, NC State University

Candidates will never have unfettered access to this many employers in the same space at the same time. The ROI on your investment of time and energy to participate will be worth it and you may not have to leave your living room!

Nyerere Tryman, Executive Director, University Housing, Auburn University

As someone who has extensively recruited through TPE, there is nothing better than being able to connect with potential job seekers from all across the country and in different places in their career journey.

Dr. Tim Leyson, Associate Director of Housing Operations, Northern Kentucky University

Equity has long been a talking and sticking point in our profession of how we recruit, hire and retain talent. Our field has needed a kickstart to how we move hiring and recruitment forward into the future, TPE is and will continue to be that driving force.

Dr. Tim Leyson, Associate Director of Housing Operations, Northern Kentucky University