Recognized for Excellence in Every Campus Forward Award Category
Discover received a Campus Forward Award for Excellence in Recruitment Strategies, Tech Innovation, Candidate Experience, DE&I, and Internship Programming.
Receiving an award for each category reflects Discover's unwavering excellence and commitment to providing the best experience for the next generation of talent. Discover invests in innovative recruitment strategies, cutting-edge technology, thoughtful candidate experiences, inclusive recruitment practices, and standout internship programs. See below for the highlights of their strategies in each one of these categories.
Excellence in Recruitment Strategies
The Emerging Talent Acquisition & Development (ETAD) team at Discover pioneers a multi-channel, hybrid recruitment strategy to engage top early career talent. By participating in in-person campus events, hosting Discover-specific programs, and delivering a Campus Readiness Virtual Series with workshops, panels, and leadership chats, the team prepares students to excel in the hiring process. With 500+ participants nationwide, this virtual series demonstrates the commitment Discover makes to candidate experience. Personalized interactions--through timely communication, coffee chats, and digital outreach--ensures students feel valued and informed, reflecting the company's dedication to fostering connections and empowering the next generation of talent.
Excellence in Tech Innovation
The Emerging Talent Acquisition & Development (ETAD) team leverages technology to enhance efficiency and deliver meaningful results in early career recruitment. Platforms like RippleMatch streamline engagement and communication with students, while an event management system tracks participation and enables tailored post-event outreach. A hybrid recruiting strategy, supported by advanced tools, ensures candidates nationwide can connect with employees and recruiters to learn about opportunities through virtual and in-person events. Technology also simplifies the interview process, allowing candidates to self-schedule interviews, complete technical assessments, and access job simulations that provide insights into the company while preparing them for success. This tech-driven approach ensures broader reach, improved candidate experiences, and increased representation.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
The Emerging Talent Acquisition & Development (ETAD) team at Discover prioritizes creating a positive, transparent, and supportive candidate experience for student job seekers. From application to offer, the team engages students with personalized interactions, ensuring they understand how to excel in the hiring process. The ETAD team members offer a clear overview of interview expectations and timelines, fostering mutual understanding. Students selected for programs collaborate on impactful intern projects, ensuring meaningful contributions. By regularly surveying candidates, Discover gathers valuable feedback to refine its processes and align with the evolving expectations of early talent, consistently exceeding expectations and fostering an exceptional recruitment journey.
Excellence in DE&I
The commitment Discover makes to DE&I in early career initiatives drives efforts to recruit and retain underrepresented talent at the entry level. The Emerging Talent Acquisition & Development (ETAD) team builds strategic partnerships with diversity-focused organizations such as SHPE, SWE, NSBE, and GraceHopper, and engages with HSIs and HBCUs to create a robust pipeline of diverse talent. Interns and new grads benefit from specialized training programs to enhance their soft and hard skills, fostering professional growth. Employee Resource Groups at Discover offer an inclusive space for interns and employees to connect, celebrate differences, and find community. Through impactful storytelling and ongoing engagement, Discover reflects the diversity of the communities it serves, ensuring inclusivity and belonging remain central to its culture.
Excellence in Internship Programming
An internship at Discover offers early career talent a transformative experience through meaningful work, professional development, and inclusive culture. Interns contribute to projects that align with their interests and deliver real business outcomes, culminating in a final presentation to leadership and stakeholders. They receive tailored training to enhance skill sets and prepare for impactful presentations. Beyond project work, interns participate in leadership talks, lunch-and-learns, and coffee chats with directors, VPs, and executives. Networking, social activities, and paid housing (for those eligible) further support participants. The company’s Growth, Meaning, and Belonging pillars help shape the program, encouraging curiosity, fostering connections, and celebrating individuality. From day one, interns are immersed in a customer-focused, improvement-driven culture, supported by mentors and colleagues who help them thrive personally and professionally.
