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The Pillars of an Award-Winning Program
Ericsson was selected as a 2023 Campus Forward Award Winner for their unwavering commitment to seeking out and hiring early career talent, their emphasis on diversity & inclusion, and investments in nurturing and retaining the next generation of talent. Please see below for the highlights of their approach to early career recruitment.
Demonstrated Investment in Early Career Hiring
Ericsson is dedicated to investing in the future of stem talent. The company is excited to be a part of so many early career professional's journeys and development in the technology sector, and having them helps Ericsson imagine what's possible.
Innovative and Multi-Faceted Approach to University Recruitment
The Ericsson University Relations team demonstrated an innovative approach to recruiting through its school-agnostic approach with strategic DEI partnerships — which has made a big impact on the organization. Ericsson's commitment to the best talent can be found anywhere, and has infused the organization with a diversity of lived experiences. The UR aided in this success by actioning applications quickly, being available to answer questions, sending out interview prep for students, hosting virtual information sessions, and building relationships to help the students feel confident in the future at Ericsson.
Overarching Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Ericsson has close relationships with HBCUs, HSIs, and public universities, as well as built out a robust set of diversity-focused partnerships with national and regional organizations such as NSBE, Disability In, Black Girls Code, Melville Family Foundation, and Girl Scouts of America, etc. Additionally, the company offers access and support from its employee resource groups, which provide participants with underrepresented backgrounds and allies specialized support when they join the company in the form of mentorship and development programs.
Impactful Internship Program
Ericsson’s internship program gives students exposure to the world of telecommunications, and thus the ability to learn more about the world around them. Through the 12-week experience, students will be assigned project(s) related to their schoolwork and selected job function. The hybrid work schedule will allow the participants time to enjoy one of Ericsson campus locations, as well as the city they are located in. During the internship, they will have an opportunity each week to interact with different leaders through the business in a speaker series. During this journey, interns are interviewing the organization as the company is interviewing them for potential full-time roles upon completion of their degree.
Growth and Development of the Next Generation of Talent
Ericsson immediately enrolls all new full-time hires in New Employee Orientation that helps set up the employee for long-term success at the company. Starting with a robust onboarding, entry-level hires are provided not only with on-the-job training, but the building blocks for professional success at the company. Individuals who are a part of the RAMP program, Ericsson's selective leadership development rotational program, are provided with even more support and professional development, and given the opportunity to explore different career paths within the company before solidifying their long-term professional focus.