Campus and Early Career Recruiting & Program Lead (Engineering)

Ardurra is seeking a Campus and Early Career Recruiting & Program Lead based in Dallas, TX.

We are an exciting and growing engineering firm with meaningful work and a great team culture.

Ardurra has offices across the U.S.

and Puerto Rico, we take on impactful projects in water, transportation, environmental, aviation, and land development sectors.

We offer opportunities to grow, collaborate, and make a real difference in the communities we serve.

If you're looking for a place where your work matters and your voice is heard, Ardurra’s a great place to grow your career.

Primary Function:

We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Campus and Early Career Recruiting & Program Lead to lead our efforts in attracting, engaging, and retaining top early career talent within the engineering industry.

This role will be responsible for building and executing a tailored campus recruiting strategy, managing internship and early career programs, and driving employer brand initiatives that position our company as an employer of choice among students and recent graduates.

Primary Duties:

Campus & Early Career Recruiting


* Develop and execute a comprehensive and impactful campus recruiting strategy targeting top engineering schools and programs.


* Build strong relationships with university career centers, faculty, student organizations, and diversity-focused groups.


* Plan and attend campus events, career fairs, info sessions, and networking activities to promote the company’s brand and opportunities.


* Partner with hiring managers to forecast early career hiring needs and align recruiting efforts accordingly.


* Coordinate effectively with interdependent HR team members and hiring managers to achieve optimal experiences for campus interns and converted new graduate hires.


* Design, manage, and continuously improve internship and rotational programs for early career talent.


* Facilitate intern engagement activities, mentorship, and feedback loops.


* Measure program effectiveness and seek continuous improvement based on feedback and outcomes.


* Collaborate with business leaders to ensure meaningful project assignments and career development opportunities.


* Track conversion rates from internships to full-time employment and identify opportunities to improve retention and engagement.

Career Development & Engagement


* Partner with Learning & Development to create career development resources tailored to early career employees.


* Facilitate workshops, networking events, and mentorship programs to support growth and retention.


* Analyze engagement and retention data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. 

Employer Branding


* Lead employer brand initiatives focused on early talent, including social media campaigns, digital content, and university partnerships.


* Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to ensure consistent messaging across platforms.


* Develop...