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The Pillars of an Award-Winning Program
84.51° was selected as a 2024 Campus Forward Award Winner for their unwavering commitment to seeking out and hiring early career talent and investments in nurturing and retaining the next generation of diverse talent. Please see below for the highlights of their approach to early career recruitment.
Innovative Use of Technology
The early careers team at 84.51° is utilizing technology to optimize program efficiency and outcomes. Through platform partnerships with RippleMatch, HBCU Connect, and LinkedIn Recruiter, they have successfully expanded and diversified their application pipeline. These tools continually enable the team to strategically engage with a more diverse range of candidates, contributing to a richer and more inclusive talent pool. This technology-driven approach positions the team as leaders in attracting a wide array of perspectives and experiences, fostering a dynamic and robust early careers program.
Overarching Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
84.51°'s early career team has implemented several initiatives to recruit and retain underrepresented talent at the entry-level. Strategic partnerships with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) have helped increase diverse talent pools. To strengthen these partnerships 84.51° has dedicated a group of current associates to support recruitment efforts and ensure a consistent presence in these communities. Additionally, the team at 84.51° has third-party partnerships with RippleMatch, DiversityJobs Inc, LinkedIn, and HBCU Connect to broaden the talent search, reaching beyond traditional channels. Finally, 84.51° has an active participation in Kroger’s Autism@Work internship pilot program further demonstrating 84.51°'s commitment to inclusivity. These initiatives, coupled with a commitment to inclusive hiring practices, foster a workplace where diverse talent can thrive and contribute meaningfully.
Impactful Internship Program
At 84.51° Interns are working on real-life meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the Kroger company, Kroger customers, or Consumer Packaged Goods clients. The internship program at 84.51° is challenging yet rewarding. In fact, many 84.51° interns say that they learned more in a ten-week internship experience than their collegiate coursework. Additionally, interns are immersed in the company culture at 84.51°. They participate in a variety of social and networking events. Events range from local baseball games to intimate networking opportunities with C-Suite leaders, all company meetings & events, and more unforgettable experiences. The 84.51° internship program provides interns with invaluable skills, knowledge, and connections. Interns leave with a sense of accomplishment and a solid foundation for their future careers.