The key to a successful event at HBS is the dialogue between students and recruiters. Educate students about your company values, opportunities, and career paths through meaningful conversations with students 1:1, in a small group, or in a large classroom setting.

Event Format

Company Conversations – 1:1 or Small Group

The majority of our recruiting partners that host events choose 1:1 or small group company conversations. This format promotes meaningful interactions in a more personalized setting.

• Recommend quick introduction with majority of time dedicated to discussion and Q&A.
• Up to 8 students per timeslot.
• May select 20, 30, or 45-minute timeslots.
• Option for consecutive timeslots (example: 4:00-6:00 pm with four 30-minute timeslots, up to 8 students per timeslot).

Company Conversations – Large Group

This option is for organizations that typically draw large student attendance and need a bit more flexibility with the event format.

• Recommend quick introduction with majority of time dedicated to discussion and Q&A.
• Unlimited number of students.
• 45-minute afternoon timeslot or 90-minute evening timeslot.

Organizations hosting multi-school webinars are encouraged to share event details with our office by emailing the relevant Recruiting Relations Manager. While we cannot manage industry conflicts for these events, we will post them on our recruiting platform as long as it does not conflict with classes. Lastly, we like to encourage companies to record webinars to make them available to all students.

Off-campus in-person company conversations, receptions, dinners, and other events may be held in the evening starting at 5:30 pm; companies must manage all logistics but may utilize 12twenty for signups.

Learn more about creating a successful event at HBS

• 4 Ways to Make Company Conversations Count
• Beyond the Webinar: Options for Virtual Recruiting
• Creating Inclusive Recruiting Events in a Time of Innovation
• Actively Addressing Unconscious Bias in Recruiting
• Actions Organizations Can Take to Communicate Their Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

By hosting an event publicized through Career & Professional Development you are agreeing to the HBS Recruiting Policies. All events must be approved by HBS Career & Professional Development.