Hire CFAES talent

Partner with Ohio State to build your workforce

CFAES prepares students who are ready to contribute on day 1. Our graduates bring hands-on experience, industry knowledge and a strong work ethic shaped by real-world learning across food, agriculture and environmental systems.

Whether you’re hiring interns, full-time employees or exploring ways to engage with students, we make it easy to connect with the talent you need.

How would you like to engage?

Post a job or internship

Reach students directly through Handshake, Ohio State’s career platform.

Attend a Career Fair

Meet students in person or virtually at our industry-focused career expos and networking events.

Host an information session

Introduce your organization, share career paths and build early relationships with students.

Connect with a career advisor

Discuss recruiting strategies and identify the best way to engage with CFAES students.
Contact the Career Development Team

Why recruit from CFAES?

  • Industry-ready graduates with hands-on experience
  • Strong technical and applied knowledge
  • Experience in research, fieldwork and team-based projects
  • Students prepared for leadership and collaboration

Our students are prepared to support Ohio’s workforce and industries across the nation.

Our talent areas

  • Agribusiness and Applied Economics
  • Animal Sciences
  • Food Science and Technology
  • Environmental and Natural Resources
  • Agricultural Systems and Engineering
  • Plant Pathology and Crop Sciences
  • Sustainability and Environmental Policy
Explore academic programs

Build Long-Term Partnerships

Looking to deepen your engagement?

  • Sponsor a student organization
  • Serve as a guest speaker
  • Provide experiential learning opportunities
  • Participate in advisory boards

We value partnerships that support student success and strengthen industry across Ohio.

Ready to get started?

The CFAES Career Development Team is ready to discuss recruiting strategies and upcoming opportunities.
Contact us