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Amazon and HBCU CONNECT Partner for Successful Virtual Hiring Event

Amazon and HBCU CONNECT Partner for Successful Virtual Hiring Event
Posted By: S. Moore on November 28, 2023

In a collaborative effort to connect with top-notch tech talent from diverse backgrounds, Amazon Engine and HBCU CONNECT hosted a virtual hiring event on November 16th, 2023.

The event, which attracted over 530 interested professionals, offered exciting career opportunities at the forefront of innovation.

Amazon showcased its commitment to diversity by seeking candidates for a variety of roles, including Principal Product Manager Tech, Senior Technical Program Manager, Applied Scientist in ML/DL/NLP/LLM, and Software Development Engineer.

Attendees actively engaged with the team, asking insightful questions and gaining valuable insights into the potential for future interviews. The event's success, with over 324 confirmations and a maximum concurrent attendance of 215, demonstrates the strong interest in career opportunities at Amazon among diverse tech professionals.

HBCU Connect's CEO, Will Moss, expressed his gratitude for the event's success, highlighting the collaborative efforts of both teams. Attendees echoed the positive sentiment, commending the engaging breakout sessions and informative panel discussions.

The event's success reaffirms the effectiveness of partnerships between companies and organizations like HBCU Connect in attracting diverse talent and promoting a more inclusive workforce. A heartfelt thank you to all involved for their contributions to this successful initiative.

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If you are an employer and would want to sponsor similar events, Contact Us! We will work together to host a customized recruitment event. Email: sales@hbcuconnect.com or go to https://hbcuconnect.com/cgi-bin/jobs/rates...

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