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Placement Coordinator

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New Delhi, Delhi, IND
Entry level
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New Delhi, Delhi, IND
Entry level
Builds partnerships with STEM employers, aligns candidates with technical roles, organizes technical training and recruitment events, coordinates interviews and placements, tracks outcomes, supports internships and research opportunities, and collaborates with academic teams to keep curricula aligned with industry needs.
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1. Industry & Employer Engagement (STEM-focused)
  • Build partnerships with tech companies, engineering firms, research organizations, and startups
  • Stay updated with hiring trends in fields like software development, data science, AI, electronics, etc.
  • Understand technical job requirements (skills, tools, certifications)
2. Candidate Skill Alignment
  • Assess candidates’ technical competencies (coding, lab skills, engineering concepts, etc.)
  • Map candidates to suitable roles such as developer, analyst, lab technician, or research assistant
  • Identify skill gaps and coordinate with trainers to bridge them
3. Pre-Placement Training Support
  • Organize technical workshops (e.g., programming languages, tools, industry practices)
  • Facilitate mock technical interviews, coding tests, and aptitude assessments
  • Support preparation for hiring platforms like HackerRank or CodeChef
4. Placement Coordination
  • Plan and execute campus drives, hackathons, and recruitment events
  • Coordinate technical interviews, assignments, and selection rounds
  • Ensure candidates meet employer expectations before interviews
5. Data Tracking & Reporting
  • Maintain detailed records of student skills, certifications, and placement outcomes
  • Track metrics like placement rate, average salary, and domain-wise hiring
  • Analyze hiring trends to improve future training and placement strategies
6. Post-Placement Support
  • Monitor candidate performance in technical roles
  • Collect employer feedback on skill relevance and performance
  • Support candidates in career progression (role upgrades, certifications)
7. Collaboration with Academic & Training Teams
  • Work closely with faculty/trainers to align curriculum with industry needs
  • Suggest updates based on trends (e.g., AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity)
  • Help design industry-relevant projects and internships
8. Internship & Research Opportunities
  • Facilitate internships with tech companies, labs, or startups
  • Connect students with research opportunities or fellowships
  • Promote participation in competitions, hackathons, and innovation challenges
Key Skills Required
  • Understanding of STEM domains (basic technical knowledge is important)
  • Strong industry networking and communication skills
  • Analytical thinking to match skills with job roles
  • Familiarity with recruitment tools and technical hiring processes
  • Ability to interpret job descriptions and technical requirements


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