Welcome to your go-to guide for making the most of TalentConnect! Whether you're gearing up for a campus event hosted by a university or planning your own in-house recruiting event, we’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in and explore how you can maximise your reach and make meaningful connections with top talent.
What is TalentConnect?
TalentConnect is your ultimate event companion, available in two versions: Premium and Freemium. Discover here the perks of this tool.
- Freemium version: Covers the essentials, with limited access for 7 days post-event. Hosting private events is not included in this plan.
- Premium version: This paid version unlocks features like on-the-spot applications, full access to student databases, and seamless hosting of your own events. Perfect for elevating your event experience.
Ready to dive into the details? Let’s explore how TalentConnect works on events where TalentConnect is provided by the university and on events where you use it on your own initiative.
How to use TalentConnect on campus events
1. Get set up with the right plan
Before anything else, connect with your Account Manager to determine whether Premium or Freemium suits your needs:
- Freemium: Attend events with basic features like saving and rating student profiles.
- Premium: Enjoy advanced features like instant applications and targeted job ads sent directly to students.
2. Secure your invitation
To join a campus event, ensure the university's Career Service invites your team:
- Share your email address with them.
- Watch for a confirmation email to confirm your participation.
- A helpful reminder email will arrive the day before the event to keep you on track.
3. Prep your job ads
If you're a Premium user looking to generate applications during the event, post all relevant job ads in advance. Make sure that you choose to receive applications on JobTeaser to enable on-the-spot applications.
💡 Tip: Using a multiposter or crawler? Allow 1–2 days for your job ads to appear live on JobTeaser.
4. Log in on event day & connect with students
- Access the event either via the live event page URL (included in your reminder email) or the QR codes provided by the event host. Confirm your identity, and you’re ready to go!
- Engage with students in meaningful ways:
- Save profiles for follow-up.
- Use the 5-star rating system to organize candidates.
- Leave comments to capture important details.
- Premium perks: Enable on-the-spot applications and make them apply or share tailored job offers to candidates.
- If students don’t have a profile, help them create one by digitalising their CV and saving their contact info.
5. Follow up post-event
Post-event follow-up is key:
- Freemium users: Access your database for 7 days after the event.
- Premium users: Enjoy unlimited database access throughout your contract.
- Download the student database to manage follow-ups efficiently.
How to use TalentConnect on events on your own initiative
Whether you're using TalentConnect on your own event or on your own initiative at a university event, it accompanies you on your recruiting days, student meetups, conferences, and beyond!
💡 Note: In contrast to TalentConnect Freemium, you need a TalentConnect Premium credit to engage with students on the platform.
1. Set up your event page
In your backoffice:
- Go to the 'Event' tab and add a new event.
- Fill in details to inform students about the event.
- Activate TalentConnect to generate a URL for participants.
- You can optionally boost visibility with an event Push Com, promoting your event on JobTeaser and in Career Centers; however, this is not mandatory to use TalentConnect. Without it, your event will simply not appear in the Career Centers, but you’ll still be able to use the tool.
2. Get ready for event day
- Share the live page URL or QR code with your colleagues.
- Ensure your company profile is polished and engaging.
- Double-check your job ads - are they live and ready to share?
3. Log in on event day & connect with students
- Access the event via the live page URL or QR code in your backoffice. Confirm your identity, and you're good to go!
- Make the most of your in-house event:
- Save, rate, and comment on student profiles.
- Encourage on-the-spot applications.
- Share tailored job offers with promising candidates.
- Collaborate with your team to identify top talent.
4. Follow up post-event
After the event:
- Premium users can access and download the student database anytime during the contract period.
- Follow up with candidates and track applications through your ATS if you have ATS sync.
Plan ahead for your next event
Each event is a step closer to building stronger connections with top talent. Start planning your next campus or in-house event now - and keep growing your talent pipeline!