On-Campus Interviews

There are many ways in which NYU students can engage with employers in order to find job/internship opportunities and access career advice and the On-Campus Interviews (OCI) program is one of those avenues.

September through April, organizations from a wide variety of industries connect with the Wasserman Center to interview both undergraduate and graduate students for their open full time roles or internships through OCI. OCI operates under a hybrid model. Interviews will be conducted both in person at the Wasserman Center, or virtually, depending on the employer’s preferences.

OCI is open to students in the Class of 2026 for full-time employment after graduation (excluding Law, Medicine, Dentistry and M.B.A. students) and students in the Class of 2027 for summer internships.

Students graduating in the Class of 2028 will receive an email invitation during the Fall 2025 semester inviting them to participate in On-Campus Interviews.

Participate in OCI

In order for NYU students to gain access to OCI, they must read the On- Campus Interviews (OCI) Orientation Manual in its entirety and submit a final quiz at the end. After submitting the final quiz, students will gain access to view and apply for OCI positions in the Handshake "Jobs" section within 3-4 business days (excluding weekends and holidays).

We highly recommend that students have their resume reviewed and prepare for interviews by scheduling an appointment with a career coach. A sharp resume, powerful cover letter, and polished interviewing and professional networking skills are the keys to success in a job or internship search.

Fall 2025 Recruitment Dates

(*No interviews or events)

September 2: Fall term classes begin

September 3: Employer events begin (full-time and internship)

September 8: Coffee chats & On-Campus Interviews begin

September 11: Fall 2025 Careers in Business Fair*

October 1 & 2: No interviews or events*

October 8: Fall 2025 Careers in STEM Fair*

October 13: Fall Break*

November 27 & 28: Thanksgiving Break*

December 11: Last day of classes; last day of employer events & interviews

Honor Code

Students must abide by the OCI Honor Code or risk losing access to Handshake.

By actively participating in the OCI program, I agree to the following terms:

Acknowledge that all information on my resume, unofficial transcript, Handshake profile, and other social media platforms is up-to-date, truthful, and accurate.
Give my permission to the Wasserman Center to provide my resume and other job search documents to prospective employers.
Honor all interview and employer commitments including but not limited to:
- I will cancel on-campus interviews two (2) business days before the scheduled interview date.
- Sign up for interviews with only those employers I am interested in working for.
Exercise professional and respectful conduct during all recruitment related activities.

Confidentiality:

I will not share my Handshake login information nor share job listings found on Handshake with any other individuals/institutions.

Accepting and/or rejecting offers:

I will promptly notify the employer of acceptance or non-acceptance of an offer, either verbally or in writing.
I will withdraw from the recruiting process after accepting an offer by emailing recruitment@nyu.e du.
I understand that if I renege on a verbal or written offer of OCI, my Dean will be contacted and I will have to meet with Wasserman's Recruitment Manager.

OCI Policies

Interview Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel or reschedule the interview, you must notify the employer and the recruitment team at least two (2) days in advance of the interview. If you cancel with less than 2 business days' notice or are a no-show to your interview, your OCI access will be immediately suspended.

If you have to cancel your interview due to illness or an emergency, email recruitment@nyu.edu so we can support you in rescheduling your interview.

Offer Policy

We require employers to give students three weeks to decide about full-time job and summer internship offers made through OCI.
If a summer internship is converted to a full-time offer, students have until October 1, 2025 to decide.
After accepting an OCI offer, please email recruitment@nyu.edu to withdraw yourself from future recruiting processes.

Student Renege Policy

NYU highly discourages students from reneging on employment offers. Companies that experience reneges from NYU students may decide to discontinue recruiting students in the future.

If a student reneges on an offer they accepted through OCI, we at the Wasserman Center will contact your Dean to alert them of the renege, require you to meet with the Wasserman recruitment team to discuss the matter, and revoke your OCI access.

If you are thinking about reneging on an offer, email recruitment@nyu.edu to talk about the situation and make an appointment with a Career Coach to talk about the decision and its potential impacts.

OCI Policies

Interview Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel or reschedule the interview, you must notify the employer and the recruitment team at least two (2) days in advance of the interview. If you cancel with less than 2 business days' notice or are a no-show to your interview, your OCI access will be immediately suspended.

If you have to cancel your interview due to illness or an emergency, email recruitment@nyu.edu so we can support you in rescheduling your interview.

Offer Policy

We require employers to give students three weeks to decide about full-time job and summer internship offers made through OCI.
If a summer internship is converted to a full-time offer, students have until October 1, 2024 to decide.
After accepting an OCI offer, please email recruitment@nyu.edu to withdraw yourself from future recruiting processes.

Student Renege Policy

NYU highly discourages students from reneging on employment offers. Companies that experience reneges from NYU students may decide to discontinue recruiting students in the future.

If you are thinking about reneging on an offer, email recruitment@nyu.edu to talk about the situation and make an appointment with a Career Coach to talk about the decision and its potential impacts.

On-Campus Recruitment

recruitment@nyu.edu

Office Locations

Phone

212.998.4737

OCI FAQ's

Am I eligible to participate in OCI?

OCI is open to NYU juniors, seniors, and graduate students enrolled in a degree program. NYU sophomores will be invited to participate in OCI for Spring 2026 during the Fall semester.

NYU Law, Medicine, Dentistry and M.B.A. students are not eligible to participate in OCI. We encourage students in these schools to connect with their school’s independent career center for recruitment support.

When does OCI take place?

OCI occurs during both semesters of the academic year.Employer presentations and interviews beginning in early September and end in mid-May. You can see important dates for the current semester above.

NOTE: OCI jobs are posted on a rolling basis during the academic school year, and are most active during an industry’s standard recruiting timelines (e.g., consulting roles are usually posted in August - October). For this reason, you may not see active OCI jobs on Handshake during less popular recruiting months.

How do I find and apply for OCI positions?

All OCI postings are visible on the Handshake job portal. To gain access to OCI on Handshake, students first need to complete a virtual orientation and quiz, which is open between August and May of each year. Once you complete the quiz, you will gain access to OCI on Handshake within 2-3 business days as long as you are part of one of the eligible class years.

How will I know if I’m selected for an OCI interview?

There are two different ways you may be notified about receiving an OCI interview: 1) you will receive a notification/email from Handshake stating you’ve been selected as a candidate, and that you should select an interview time slot on Handshake, or 2) the recruiter will email you directly to let you know you’ve been selected and to schedule an interview with them.

I need to cancel my OCI interview. What should I do?

We highly discourage canceling an interview with an employer. However, should you need to cancel or reschedule, you must notify both the employer and the Recruitment team no less than 2 days in advance of your scheduled interview. Canceling an interview with less than 2 days notice will result in your removal of OCI participation.

If you have an emergency or have accepted another offer, please contact the Recruitment Team, as we are able to make exceptions for these circumstances.

How do I prepare to apply for OCI and non-OCI jobs on Handshake?

Update your Handshake profile with as much information about yourself, highlighting your accomplishments and successes. View a checklist with tips on how to complete your Handshake profile.
Make sure your Handshake email notifications are “Active” in the Handshake settings.

Upload your resume! Employers will not be able to find you unless you have a resume.

I’m an international student. Am I eligible to participate in OCI?

Both F-1 and J-1 visas allow for practical employment off campus in a student's field of study through OCI. However, many OCI positions and companies do not offer CPT/OPT or sponsorships for employment visas.

If you are an international student, it is your responsibility to thoroughly review the OCI job details, and check if the role is eligible for CPT/OPT/visa sponsorship before you apply for the position on Handshake. OCI employers that do not provide CPT/OPT/Visa Sponsorship information in their OCI job posting have advised they will not meet with international students seeking this criteria.

Learn more about Navigating Conversations with Employers about Work Authorization.

I’m currently studying away. Am I eligible to participate in OCI?

Yes, you are eligible for OCI while studying away. If you are selected for an interview, please sign up for an interview slot in eastern standard time, and then reach out to recruitment@nyu.edu as soon as possible so that we can confirm with the employer that they would be willing to conduct a virtual interview with you.

I want to apply to an OCI role, but on Handshake it says I do not meet the eligibility criteria for the position. What does that mean?

Each OCI job has a set of qualifications for the most desired candidates, like student class year and GPA. It’s important to consider how many points of the job’s “eligibility criteria” you do and do not meet before you apply to the role, because you may not receive a request for an interview if you do not meet most of the criteria.

How do I access job or internship opportunities outside of OCI services?

Check the Handshake job board for all open opportunities! There are thousands of postings for internships and full-time jobs available. Additionally, Wasserman offers a large number of career fairs, information sessions, and other networking events to connect with employers throughout the school year, all of which can also be found on Handshake. We encourage students to check the Violet Network or LinkedIn to connect directly with alumni that work in the field.

Our team of Career Coaches at Wasserman are available to guide you in your job search planning and strategy. Students are encouraged to schedule a coaching appointment via Handshake to discuss their personalized job search strategy with a coach.

Are there specific industries that utilize OCI more than others? Can I obtain a list of OCI employers, or reach out directly to OCI recruiters?

Diverse employers from a range of industries utilize OCI each year. The career industries represented in OCI vary year to year depending on recruiting needs. We do not provide a list of common OCI industries or companies.

NYU Wasserman does not directly provide recruiter information for privacy reasons. Students who are interested in directly connecting with a recruiter or hiring manager should check Handshake and/or an organization's corporate website for job opportunities, as these postings often contain contact information for recruiters or hiring managers.