Recognized for Excellence
UnitedHealth Group 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. UnitedHealth Group 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
UnitedHealth Group employs a hybrid recruitment strategy to attract early-career talent, combining relationship-driven engagement with innovative digital outreach. The team builds strong partnerships with select universities and national organizations through recruiting events, classroom presentations, student group sponsorships, and onsite office visits. To ensure broad access, UnitedHealth Group adopts a school-agnostic approach, leveraging sourcing tools and hosting virtual events to connect with candidates nationwide. Additionally, summer interns serve as campus ambassadors, while employees are empowered to engage with their alma maters and local schools. This multi-channel approach delivers an inclusive, standout candidate experience and positions UnitedHealth Group to secure top talent across the country.
Innovation in Action
UnitedHealth Group embraces technology to enhance efficiency while maintaining a personalized candidate experience. The team leverages advanced sourcing tools and Artificial Intelligence-driven platforms to craft tailored messages that resonate with early-career talent. Digital interviewing solutions streamline high-volume recruiting, enabling qualified candidates to move quickly from application to first-round interviews. These innovations reduce time-to-hire and expand access, ensuring more candidates are considered without sacrificing quality or engagement. By integrating technology thoughtfully, UnitedHealth Group delivers a faster, more inclusive process that meets the evolving needs of both candidates and the business.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
UnitedHealth Group prioritizes creating a positive and transparent candidate experience for student job seekers. The hiring process is designed to be informative and supportive, with interview tips and guidance available on the external career site. Recruiters provide personalized assistance as candidates progress, and structured communication plans ensure clarity on next steps and timelines. Feedback is actively collected to refine the process and align with evolving candidate expectations. Additionally, UnitedHealth Group fosters engagement through virtual events, email updates, and pre-start resources for interns and new hires, helping candidates feel prepared and connected from offer acceptance through day one.
