FAQ’s

How do I post a job or internship with CUSSW?

The Office of Career & Leadership Development would be delighted to assist you in posting full-time, part-time, and internship positions on CareerLink, our online job posting system for CUSSW students and alumni. This service is provided free of charge to employers. Students may submit their materials through the system or send applications directly to you.

How do I receive résumés if I have posted a position on the CUSSW online job posting system?

When posting a position through CUSSW’s CareerLink system, you specify how you would like to receive résumés. You can receive résumés in three ways:
Through the system as they are submitted
Receive an electronic book of résumés following the deadline date
Specify that students and alumni should forward their application information to you directly via mail or email

What is a résumé collection?

In some instances we will offer employers the option of conducting a résumé collection. In this case, we will post your position announcement for CUSSW students and alumni on our online recruiting system, CareerLink. Students will submit their applications to our system, which stores the submissions until your deadline. Upon this deadline, which is decided upon by the employer, applications will be sent to you via e-mail in one batch. You will be able to view the résumés online at any time during the process with your CareerLink username and password.

How do I arrange to conduct on-campus interviews?

On-campus interviews are the most convenient way for employers to interview several CUSSW students. The Office of Career and Leadership Development will be pleased to arrange interview rooms and assist you with interview scheduling, all at no cost to you. If you are interested in on-campus interviews, please contact Kim Barberich at 212-851-2321 or kcb2105@columbia.edu.

How do I promote my organization to CUSSW students if I do not have immediate hiring needs?

You are welcome to visit CUSSW even if you don't have immediate hiring needs. We are happy to arrange an information session in which you may speak about your organization and typical hiring needs. Information sessions provide valuable promotional visibility for your organization and the opportunity to meet talented CUSSW students and learn about CUSSW and its programs. Organizations may send a senior executive, human resources representative, or CUSSW alumna/us to present an on-campus information session. We encourage presenters to talk about their company history, culture, and organization and describe typical graduate-level career paths and opportunities. If you are interested in an employer information session, please complete and submit the Information Session request form.

How do I hire an international student?

International students offer a wide range of skills and abilities, including multiple languages and cross-cultural skills, maturity, flexibility, proven ability to adapt to new situations, and knowledge of work practices in another country.

International students generally hold F-1 (student) visas while studying in the United States. The Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) permits students to undertake internships during their studies and full-time employment for a specific period of time after graduation for practical training. The INS defines practical training as paid employment related to the student's field of study.

If you have questions about hiring international students, please consult your human resources department or refer to the Columbia University International Students and Scholars office.

Is it possible to hire an unpaid intern?

Students are eager to obtain career-related experience, and although pay is helpful, some of them will consider unpaid opportunities. If you wish to post an unpaid internship, please log in to our online system by accessing “Post a Job/Internship”.

Can my organization participate in career events?

CUSSW’s Office of Career and Leadership Development co-sponsors two major career fairs every year: the Not-for-Profit/Public Service Career Fair and the Citywide Master’s Level Social Work Career Fair. For more information and to register, please visit Career Fairs.

How do I hire a student for an overseas summer internship?

Many CUSSW students are interested in interning overseas during the summer for NGOs, businesses, and international organizations. If your organization has staffing needs in an overseas office, we will be happy to advertise these openings to our students. However, any stipend, living allowances, or housing assistance that an organization can provide are very helpful and greatly appreciated. To post an overseas internship, please log in to our online system by accessing “Post a Job/Internship”.

How do I get to CUSSW?

CUSSW, located on Manhattan's west side, is easily accessible by public transportation or car.

Is there a fee for posting a job or internship?

No, there is no fee for posting opportunities.

Can I fax or email a job description to your office to post?

No. The Office of Career & Leadership Development provides an online positing system, enabling easy access for students and alumni and allowing for employers to manage their job listings. Visit the Post a Job/Internship page to learn more. Feel free to contact us if you have any difficulties or questions.