Did you know that the average job search takes anywhere from six months to two years?

Having someone to guide, support, and equip you in your journey can make it easier to navigate the lows and high that come with the job search process. At TPE we believe that the future of student affairs begins with you, the exceptional candidate, finding and winning the right job for the next step in your professional journey.

From listening sessions, to coaching, to learning opportunities and developmental resources, we are here to help you be a more informed job seeker, capable interviewee, and effective negotiator.

1,700+

Jobs posted on the TPE Job Board annually

5,242

The total number of interviews that have taken place during Virtual Placement

75%

Percent of TPE ‘23 Candidates who were finalists for jobs they interviewed for through Virtual Placement

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Search for Jobs and Internships

Connecting with employers through the TPE Job Board allows you to search for jobs and internships across a wide variety of student affairs functional areas, as well as create or upload your resume/CV, and use it to apply to select positions through our system.

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Attend a Career Fair

These fully virtual signature recruiting events are designed to connect graduating students and professionals from all levels with diverse groups of leading employers across a wide range of functional areas who will be showcasing career opportunities within their organizations.

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Interview at TPE Virtual Placement

Attend bootcamp sessions and engage with resources to help you become a more confident and compelling candidate. Then, interview with recruiters via the virtual platform

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The new iteration of The Placement Exchange (TPE) is crucial for our profession as it embraces innovation and adaptability, providing a cutting-edge platform for employers and candidates to connect virtually and in a more accessible format.

Dr. Melvin “Jai” Jackson, Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Engagement, NC State University

TPE provides so many employment opportunities and candidate resources. It really optimizes your chance for finding a quality work experience.

Randall Williams, Assistant Director of Student Accountability, Vanderbilt University

The low-cost search option of TPE Placement gives you access to so many candidates with the exact experiences you are seeking.

Tierza Watts, Director of the Center for Leadership, Elon University

Adaptation is one of the most important components for survival for any organization. TPE is the adjustment needed to serve our profession and its needs in a way that is sustainable and timely for today’s audience.

Nyerere Tryman, Executive Director, University Housing, Auburn University

On the fence about TPE? Absolutely do it! Take advantage of the amazing resources that TPE provides to enhance your experience.

Randall Williams, Assistant Director of Student Accountability, Vanderbilt University

Participating in the Virtual Career Fair & Placement experience offers a cost-effective, efficient, and flexible way to connect with a diverse talent pool, showcasing your organization's adaptability and innovation while eliminating traditional events' costs and geographical constraints. The virtual format provides access to a global talent pool through an inclusive recruitment approach.

Dr. Melvin “Jai” Jackson, Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Engagement, NC State University

Candidates will never have unfettered access to this many employers in the same space at the same time. The ROI on your investment of time and energy to participate will be worth it and you may not have to leave your living room!

Nyerere Tryman, Executive Director, University Housing, Auburn University

As someone who has extensively recruited through TPE, there is nothing better than being able to connect with potential job seekers from all across the country and in different places in their career journey.

Dr. Tim Leyson, Associate Director of Housing Operations, Northern Kentucky University

Equity has long been a talking and sticking point in our profession of how we recruit, hire and retain talent. Our field has needed a kickstart to how we move hiring and recruitment forward into the future, TPE is and will continue to be that driving force.

Dr. Tim Leyson, Associate Director of Housing Operations, Northern Kentucky University