There are important short- and long-term benefits for employers to hire students, recent graduates, and others early in their careers for marketing and advertising roles. We reached out to 18 hiring experts to get their thoughts:

Assess Real Skills Through Simulations Cultivate Alumni Networks for Talent Pipeline Build Structured University Partnerships Create Internship-to-Employment Programs Design Campaign-Style Recruitment Challenges Develop Hands-On Internship Experiences Showcase Company Culture Through Content Emphasize Growth Opportunities for Early Careers Automate Initial Screening Process Establish Strong College Recruitment Presence Engage on Social Platforms Implement AI-Powered Portfolio Analysis Conduct Skills-First Hiring Sprints Clearly Define Job Requirements Target Niche-Specific Recruiting