Campus Recruiter

Job description

Power the Future with Southern Company as a Campus Recruiter Are you an energetic, highly organized recruiting professional who thrives on connecting emerging talent with meaningful career opportunities? Southern Company Talent Acquisition – Campus Recruiting is looking for a dynamic, full-time Campus Recruiter to champion recruiting efforts for Southern Nuclear , strengthen our talent pipeline, and create an outstanding candidate experience from first connection through hire.

In this high-impact role, you will help Southern Nuclear attract and hire the next generation of talent from colleges and universities. You will collaborate with Southern Nuclear leaders, university career services teams, and recruiting partners to develop bold, targeted strategies that bring our opportunities to life. From career fairs and information sessions to professional development workshops and virtual events, you will represent Southern Company with energy and purpose while building authentic connections with students.

You will also grow lasting partnerships with faculty, career services offices, and student organizations to expand Southern Nuclear’s visibility and employer brand on campus.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Bring Career Experiences to Life: Lead the planning and execution of engaging campus and company-hosted events nationwide, proudly representing Southern Company and Southern Nuclear at career fairs and connecting with high-potential candidates.

Screen Candidates

Review resumes, conduct structured interviews, and coordinate skills assessments for internships and early-career roles.

Build Relationships

Establish and maintain strong partnerships with universities, career services teams, faculty, and student organizations to expand engagement and visibility.

Activate the Employer Brand

Be a passionate ambassador for Southern Company and Southern Nuclear by sharing our culture, mission, career opportunities, and employee value proposition with students and recent graduates.

Track and Report Metrics

Monitor key recruiting metrics and provide insights to continuously improve strategy, outreach, and results.

Skills and Attributes

Communication: Communicate clearly and confidently—verbally and in writing—with students, university partners, and hiring leaders.

Organization

Manage multiple events, timelines, and stakeholders with strong attention to detail and follow-through.

Relationship Building

Build trust quickly and sustain strong relationships with a wide range of partners and candidates.

Assessment and Judgment

Evaluate qualifications accurately and make sound recommendations aligned to role requirements.

Recruiting Technology

Comfortable working in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and related recruiting tools.

Education

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related discipline required Experience Requirements: Required Experience: 3–5 years of campus recruiting experience or collegiate career services center Relevant Background: Experience supporting students or recent graduates (e.g., recruiting, career services, coaching, or supervision) is strongly preferred.

Core Strengths

Strong consultative approach with strategic thinking, problem-solving, influence, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Client Partnership

Demonstrated ability to consult, influence, and partner effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Event Experience

Participation in university and/or community recruiting events is preferred.

Technical Proficiency

Strong working knowledge of ATS platforms (including Oracle HCM preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.