Corporate Partner Sponsorship
Become a Partner and join us in empowering the next generation of bright minds!
We are inviting organizations to further support UWM through our Employer Partnership Program. Partners will benefit from increased company branding and visibility on campus and online through additional marketing efforts and networking opportunities. Additionally, collaborating with the Center for Student Experience & Talent (SET) through this program provides an opportunity to execute strategic recruitment of UWM students while building connections on campus.
Partnership Levels and Benefits
Partners can obtain the following benefits, varying based on the contribution level.
| Benefit | Panther $7,000 | Gold $4,000 | Black $2,500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career Fair Registration with Premium placement for one Fall & one Spring career fair Premium registration includes two tables and four chairs, morning coffee and lunch for four representatives and two parking passes. | X | X | X |
| National Career Development Month Sponsor An opportunity for those who are passionate about helping future professionals through a workshop or presentation; potential topics include resume writing, preparing for interviews, building a social brand. National Career Development Month sponsors will be promoted on SET social media channels throughout the month. | X | X | X |
| Handshake Posting Email Blast Targeted emails sent to students pursuing career areas that align with organizational needs. | X (4) | X (2) | X (1) |
| Company Logo Featured on SET website | X | X | X |
| Company Spotlight Lunch & Learn The Spotlight Lunch & Learn is an opportunity for the company to choose a topic to present to students and faculty who are interested in the company/topic. | X | X | |
| Pounce’s Partner in Diversity and Philanthropy (PPDP) Collection 1. Partners will be part of the curated PPDP collection in Handshake. 2. Engage DEI work through service and philanthropic efforts alongside student volunteers. 3. Companies are invited to an annual panel on affinity groups, trainings, philanthropic endeavors in the community or other DEI topics. | X | X | |
| Membership to SET Advisory Committee One organization representative will be invited to a bi-annual Advisory Committee meeting to learn and provide recommendations about upcoming initiatives. | X | ||
| LinkedIn Headshot Sponsor Helps defray the costs for students to have professional photos taken using SET’s photo booth. Company logos will be prominently posted on or near the studio. | X | ||
| Career Course Presentation Choose from a variety of topics aimed at student success in the job search and in the workplace. Pounce sponsors will be invited once each semester to an appropriate course. | X |
Potential sponsors should contact Juli Pickering at jlpicker@uwm.edu
Sponsorship payments can sent through Handshake or send a check made out to the UWM Center for Student Experience and Talent.
À La Carte Menu of Services
You may also choose to select benefits individually.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Corporate Day (Full-Day) Full day to highlight your organization customized to your goals. Possibilities include mini-career fair, on-site interviews, company presentations, lunch with campus leaders, or networking with student leaders. | $7,000 |
| Corporate Day (Half-Day) Half day to highlight your organization customized to your goals. Possibilities include mini-career fair, on-site interviews, company presentations, lunch with campus leaders, or networking with student leaders. | $3,500 |
| Panther Edge Internship Program Hire a UWM student with 200 hours of work and maximize the benefits of hosting an intern with wrap around support for the employer and student. | $6,000 |
| Handshake Sponsorship Help defray the cost of annual Handshake fees – sponsors will have the company logo featured on the SET website and in an employer collection in Handshake. | $5,000 |
| Career Closet Sponsorship Companies logos will be prominently displayed in the Career Closet. | $2,500 |
| Company Field Trips for Students & Faculty Pick a date! SET will coordinate transportation and marketing to your organization for a brief tour and meet and greet. | $1,500 |
| Organizational Spotlight Lunch and Learn This is a great opportunity to share emerging industry trends, new organization products/services or what makes your organization an industry or community leader. | $1,000 |
| Panel Discussion Sponsorship Provide refreshments for attendees by sponsoring a panel discussion on campus. Organization logo will be included on all marketing materials. | $1,000 |
| Career Fairs On-campus career fairs held during the fall and spring semesters. The $500 registration fee is for two representatives and includes a display table with two chairs, morning coffee, catered lunch and one parking pass. | $500+ |
| Virtual Career Fair/Interview Day Recruit virtually via Handshake through one-on-one and group sessions. | $350 |
| Recruitment Tabling Table in the Student Union, Lubar or Bolton Hall breezeway; includes one parking pass and student announcement. | $150 |
Potential sponsors should contact Juli Pickering at jlpicker@uwm.edu
Sponsorship payments can sent through Handshake or send a check made out to the UWM Center for Student Experience and Talent.