Recognized for Excellence
EY received Campus Forward Awards across every category—Excellence in Early Career Recruitment Strategy, Innovation in Action, and Excellence in Candidate Experience—a rare distinction achieved by only a handful of companies.
From this already elite group, just five organizations were selected for the Visionary Award, recognizing leaders who go beyond excellence to redefine what’s possible in early career hiring. EY stood out for its ability to unite strategy, technology, and candidate experience into a cohesive, forward-looking model, setting the pace for what the next era of talent acquisition will become.
Excellence in Early Career Recruitment Strategy
EY’s 2025 strategy is built on proactive, skills-based sourcing and authentic relationship-building. They’ve shifted from traditional campus recruiting to a school-agnostic, data-driven approach, leveraging platforms like RippleMatch to reach talent from every background. Their recruiters prioritize meaningful, high-impact events—activation sessions, faculty partnerships, and campus ambassador programs—designed to engage students early and foster genuine connections. By nurturing long-term relationships and maintaining a robust candidate pipeline, EY ensures a steady flow of qualified talent ready for future opportunities. This approach positions EY as a trusted career partner, not just a destination for jobs.
Innovation in Action
EY is redefining candidate engagement through immersive, tech-driven experiences. Their WeVerse platform uses advanced AI to scan and recreate 12 EY offices in full 3D, complete with digital twins of leaders for authentic interaction. Candidates and interns explore gamified learning modules, participate in teaming challenges, and gain insights into EY’s culture and values—long before applying. Complementing this, Space for the Curious offers a virtual “Day in the Life” experience, enabling early career talent to navigate EY’s world on their terms. These innovations create meaningful, personalized touchpoints that resonate with digitally native talent and set a new standard for recruitment.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
EY’s candidate experience is defined by transparency, care, and empowerment. They deliver clear, timely communication at every stage of the recruitment journey, supported by recruiters who provide personalized guidance, interview preparation, and meaningful feedback. To further elevate the experience, EY has reimagined their campus activations and communications to better support early career talent. Through partnerships with external vendors, EY launched innovative content and experiences such as Power Skills and 360 Quest, which help students understand the world of work, develop critical skills, and make informed career decisions. Combined with strong campus partnerships and authentic interactions, EY has created a candidate journey that is inclusive, engaging, and genuinely developmental.
