For Employers

For Employers: Ways to Get Involved

“I didn’t know how to transition from being a clinical dentist to being a public health professional. I ended up participating in the CSA and learned about values, other people’s experiences, and it gave me hope.”

—  Nathalie Blanc, CSA Alum ’22

Ways to Get Involved

Volunteer Your Time

Throughout the year, CSA and the Office of Career Services hosts resume review and interview preparation events. Volunteer opportunities can be tailored to your availability and interests. Click here to contact a representative from the Career Skills Academy team.

Virtual Career Fair Sponsor

The CUNY SPH Office of Career Services hosts a Virtual Career Fair, the perfect way for CUNY SPH graduate students and alumni to connect with prospective employers and learn about career and internship opportunities. A sponsor will have placement on event and marketing materials, and at a certain level, a representative from your company can make a presentation to an audience of more than 300 students and alumni.

Virtual Office Hours

During Virtual Office Hours, a representative from your company will have the chance to meet with CUNY SPH students and alumni. This is a wonderful opportunity for visitors to learn more about your company, hiring process, etc. Additionally, you can connect with students and alumni to learn about their academic and professional pursuits as well as what the next generation of public health leaders are looking for in an employer and career experience.

Host a Masterclass or Workshop

During a masterclass or workshop, students will learn about valuable professional hard and soft skills. The CSA team will work with you to develop your topic and content. Previous topics have included living your career values, building an authentic professional identity/brand, cultivating relationships, professional communications, imposter syndrome, and conflict resolution.

BECOME A SPONSOR

CSA helps students develop and practice valuable professional skills, gain insight from top public health industry leaders, and build a community and professional network.

CONTACT CARA.FLYNN@SPH.CUNY.EDU TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

OPPORTUNITIES

  • Participate in a keynote or panel discussion once per academic year
  • Engage in 1:1 student mentorship and guidance sessions on topics like resume review, interview preparation, business etiquette, salary negotiations, conflict resolution, and managing up
  • Guest lecture opportunities when appropriate
  • Opportunity to fund professional headshots for students

BENEFITS

  • Early access to CUNY SPH students and alumni through various events

  • Support the development of a diverse pipeline of public health professionals who are the next generation of public health leaders

  • Engage with CUNY SPH leadership and develop connections to leaders in the field
  • Receive resources, tools, and strategies to assist you in promoting your organization to public health professionals

$25,000 Presenting Sponsorship (Category Exclusivity)

  • A dedicated page on the CUNY SPH Foundation and feature on the CSA’s website and in the CUNY SPH annual report
  • Presentation opportunity at the annual Career Fair; prominent placement on event and marketing materials
  • Recognition and prominent placement during Speed Networking event and Interview Day; guaranteed five participant slots at each event
  • Invitation to an annual meeting with Dean Ayman El-Mohandes and other members of the CUNY SPH leadership team
  • VIP hour prior to the event
  • Masthead branding
  • Employee serves as the Advisory Board’s Honorary Chair and has the opportunity to participate in an annual virtual office hours session (1-hour time commitment)
  • Prominent name and logo placement in every 2023 – 2024 Academic Year weekly newsletter, masterclass session and workshop, and via promotional emails and event flyers

$10,000 Champion Sponsorship

  • Recognition on the CUNY SPH Foundation and Academy’s websites and in the CUNY SPH annual report
  • Placement on Career Fair event and marketing materials
  • Recognition and placement during Speed Networking event and Interview Day; guaranteed 3 participant slots at each event
  • Invitation to an annual meeting with Dean Ayman El-Mohandes and other members of the CUNY SPH leadership team
  • Opportunity to participate in an annual virtual office hours session (1-hour time commitment)
  • Monthly name and logo placement in a 2023 – 2024 Academic Year weekly newsletter, masterclass session and workshop, and via promotional emails and event flyers

$7,500 Innovator Sponsorship

  • Recognition on the CUNY SPH Foundation and Academy’s websites and in the CUNY SPH annual report
  • Placement on Career Fair event and marketing materials
  • Recognition and placement during Speed Networking event and Interview Day; guaranteed 2 participant slots at each event
  • Opportunity to participate in an annual virtual office hours session (1-hour time commitment)
  • Bimonthly name and logo placement in a 2023 – 2024 Academic Year weekly newsletter, masterclass session and workshop, and via promotional emails and event flyers

$5,000 Friend Sponsorship

  • Recognition on the CUNY SPH Foundation and Academy’s websites and in the CUNY SPH annual report
  • Placement on Career Fair event and marketing materials
  • Recognition and placement during Speed Networking event and Interview Day; guaranteed 1 participant slot at each event
  • Quarterly name and logo placement in a 2023 – 2024 Academic Year weekly newsletter, masterclass session and workshop, and via promotional emails and event flyers

A la carte opportunities

  • Career Fair Sponsor: $2,500 x 2 opportunities available; prominent placement on Career Fair event materials
  • Interview Day: $2,000 x 2 opportunities available; Host a virtual Interview Evening – access to CUNY SPH students and alumni
  • Résumé Review: $1,000 x 2 opportunities available; guaranteed 3 slots at the event
  • Virtual Office Hours: $1,000 x 5 opportunities available; 2-hour slot to engage with CUNY SPH students and promote your organization
  • Host a masterclass session or workshop: $1,000 x 4 opportunities available; 1-hour slot to engage with CUNY SPH students

TESTIMONIALS

Daniel Knecht, MD, MBA

Chief Clinical Innovation Officer, CVS Caremark

“There isn’t anything like the Career Skills Academy at any other school of public health in the country. CVS Caremark was excited to support the CSA’s staff and students with feedback and encouragement to help them advance their careers.”

Daniel Knecht

EVELYN RODSTEIN

EXECUTIVE COACH, FORMER CHIEF TALENT OFFICER, ADVISOR AND LEADERSHIP EXPERT

“The Career Skills Academy is so needed—but seldom seen—in institutions of higher learning. CUNY SPH students are motivated, smart, and humble professionals who have all the tools they need to achieve in their careers. This program brings out their personal strength and fortitude, so they can pursue their careers with confidence.”

Austin Cheng, Esq., MHA, FACHE

Chief Executive Officer, Gramercy Surgical Center

“It’s great to see an institution like CUNY invest in soft skills education to help public health students transition into today’s workforce. It shows a true commitment to providing a holistic education—going beyond a traditional experience and touching upon skills that will set CUNY’s students apart.”