Placement Officer

Training & Placement Cell

Key Responsibilities

1. Industry Engagement & Employer Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with companies, HR professionals, and industry partners to arrange

  campus recruitment drives

  (on-campus and off-campus)
• Act as the primary contact for recruiters and convey the colleges value proposition during hiring cycles.
• Invite companies for

  pre-placement talks, workshops, internships, and training partnerships

  .

2. Student Career Preparation

• Organize training programs

  for students — such as soft-skills workshops, aptitude tests, group discussions, technical and HR interview preparation.
• Provide

  career counselling

  , mentoring students on job search strategies, resume writing, and interview readiness.
• Guide students toward competitive exam preparation or higher education information when relevant.

3. Recruitment Drive Management

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate placement activities, including campus interviews, company presentations, and hiring events.
• Collect and maintain

  student profiles

  , academic records, and placement statistics.
• Ensure smooth communication between recruiters, students, and internal placement coordinators.

4. Data & Reporting

• Maintain detailed

  placement records

  , offers received, placement rates, and employer feedback.
• Prepare placement reports for

  college management, accreditation bodies, and promotional materials

  .
• Track industry trends, recruitment patterns, and evolving skill demands to support curriculum alignment.

5. Collaboration & Coordination

• Work closely with

  departmental placement coordinators

  and faculty to target relevant opportunities for students.
• Engage with

  alumni

  to create networking, placement, and mentorship opportunities.
• Partner with external

  skill enhancement partners

  and training agencies as needed.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (often in Engineering, Management, HR, or related fields).
• Experience in student placements, corporate relations, and training roles preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills.
• Strong organizational ability and proactive problem-solving attitude.
• Understanding of industry hiring practices and emerging job market trends.