Recognized for Excellence in Every Campus Forward Award Category
LMI 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 LMI's unwavering excellence and commitment to providing the best experience for the next generation of talent. LMI 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
LMI's Student Programs Recruiting team takes a dynamic and inclusive approach to sourcing and recruiting early career talent. Emphasizing a school-agnostic strategy, the team leverages partnerships with a diverse range of organizations, including HBCUs, MSIs, and military transition programs, to connect with top talent. Virtual and in-person engagement opportunities are tailored to students’ needs, such as interactive workshops, career panels, and one-on-one mentorship sessions. To ensure a standout candidate experience, LMI offers tailored interview preparation resources and ongoing communication throughout the process. These efforts reflect the company’s commitment to fostering innovation and diversity while preparing the next generation of leaders in mission-critical fields.
Excellence in Tech Innovation
LMI's early career recruitment team leverages innovative technology to enhance efficiency and deliver exceptional results. By integrating advanced platforms and applicant tracking systems, the team accelerates response times and streamlines candidate engagement, ensuring timely follow-ups. Virtual event tools enable the team to host impactful workshops, webinars, and panels that reach a national audience, broadening access to students across diverse geographies. Additionally, data analytics tools provide insights to refine sourcing strategies and improve representation. LMI’s tech-driven approach reflects its dedication to fostering equitable opportunities while engaging top talent committed to advancing the nation's most pressing challenges.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
LMI’s early career recruitment team is committed to creating a seamless and supportive candidate experience for student job seekers. From the initial application to the offer stage, candidates benefit from clear communication, timely updates, and personalized guidance. To set students up for success, the team offers tailored interview preparation sessions, provides detailed role insights, and hosts interactive Q&A forums to address candidate questions. Leveraging feedback from post-process and program surveys, the team continuously refines the hiring experience, with 95% of candidates reporting satisfaction in recent assessments. These efforts ensure a transparent, thorough, and empowering process that reflects LMI’s dedication to attracting and nurturing top talent driven by a mission to solve complex national challenges.
Excellence in DE&I
LMI’s early career DEIA initiatives focus on recruiting and retaining underrepresented talent to build a workforce that reflects the nation’s diversity. The team actively partners with HBCUs, HSIs, MSIs and organizations such as the National Society of Black Engineers and Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (to name a few) to connect with emerging talent. LMI has also been recently named a Demonstrated Employer Equity/Inclusion in Practice (D.E.E.P.) employer by George Mason University. LMI invests in retention through initiatives like its mentorship program, employee resource groups, and tailored professional development opportunities for underrepresented hires. In 2024, these efforts contributed to an increase in early career hires identifying as underrepresented minorities. By fostering an inclusive environment and providing meaningful support, LMI ensures its workforce is prepared to address the nation’s most pressing challenges with innovative and diverse perspectives.
Excellence in Internship Programming
LMI’s internship program offers a transformative experience by immersing early career talent in impactful, mission-driven projects that address critical challenges in national security, logistics, and technology. Interns collaborate with industry experts on real-world solutions, such as optimizing supply chain operations for government agencies or advancing AI-driven analytics for decision-making. The program also includes executive-led lunch-and-learns, professional development workshops, and opportunities to present findings to senior leaders. LMI’s hybrid work model ensures interns gain valuable on-site mentorship while benefiting from flexible schedules. This well-rounded approach has resulted in an 85% return offer rate in 2023, reflecting the program’s success in preparing and inspiring the next generation of innovative leaders.
