Support the Next Generation of DeGroote Talent
Make a meaningful impact by engaging with current students — through hiring, networking and mentoring.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Explore the engagement opportunities below and use the form to choose how you’d like to contribute. We’ll follow up with you within 1-business day to confirm your interest and share next steps.
💼 Hire or Refer a DeGroote Student
Looking to fill a vacancy or grow your team? Consider DeGroote talent for co-op, summer, or full-time roles.
Not hiring directly? Refer our students to colleagues in your organization or professional network.
Your support bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience — and gives your company access to top-tier talent.
🤝 Become a Corporate Ambassador
Help us grow our network of employer partners by introducing us to your company’s talent or HR team. We’ll take it from there!
🌱 NEW: MBA Mentorship Program – Launching September 2025
As a mentor, you’ll guide MBA students through their first year by offering career advice and sharing your own experiences.
Time commitment:
- Attend two mentorship events (September and January)
- Meet with your mentee at least four times over the academic year
📇 NEW: Join the Alumni Career Directory
Let students know you are open to career conversations. By joining the Alumni Career Directory, you make it easier for students to connect with you to learn more about your career journey, your role and your organization.
Alumni Career Webinar
We also know that many of you may be navigating changes in your own careers. To support you, we’re hosting an exclusive webinar just for DeGroote alumni:
LinkedIn + ChatGPT for Job Searching: How to 10X Your Chances of Success
Join Jeremy Schifeling — former education lead at LinkedIn and author of bestselling job search guides — for this interactive webinar as he shows how data reveals what matters most in today’s job market, contrary to conventional wisdom. He will also share behind-the-scenes insights and help you optimize the rate of return on the jobs you apply for.
🗓️ Wednesday, May 28
🕠 5:30 – 6:30 PM EST
Contact us at recruit.degroote@mcmaster.ca for questions or additional ideas.