Why Recruit at Mary Baldwin University? 

Founded in 1842, Virginia-based Mary Baldwin University (MBU) has a long tradition of preparing students to succeed in a rapidly changing world. With campuses in historic Staunton and the Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences in Fishersville, together with MBU’s online programs, we offer certificates, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees that provide students with a rigorous and personalized education. 

Our Students: MBU students are driven, resilient, and ready to make an impact. They are first-generation scholars, student-athletes, adult learners, veterans, healthcare professionals in training, future business leaders, artists, and changemakers. They bring diverse perspectives, strong work ethic, and a commitment to contributing meaningfully to the workplace. 

What They Study: With career-focused undergraduate majors, minors, and certificates, plus graduate and professional programs in healthcare, education, business, and the arts, MBU students gain the skills employers need. High-demand programs include: 

• Business and Strategic Communication 
• Health and Exercise Science 
• Education and Applied Behavior Analysis 
• Social Work and Psychology 
• Biology and Biomedical Sciences 
• Criminal Justice 
• Arts, Media, and Communication 
• Applied Mathematics 
• Nursing, Physician Assistant, Physical and Occupational Therapy, Healthcare Administration 

Skills and Experience Portfolio: At MBU, we intentionally design coursework and co-curricular experiences to help students master six skills valued by employers: communication, inclusivity, collaboration, leadership, data fluency, and problem-solving. Students strengthen these competencies across multiple contexts, combining classes, internships, leadership opportunities, and hands-on projects that complement their major.

Our students are ready to be enthusiastic contributors to your workplace from day one. They are adaptable, collaborative, and prepared to bring fresh ideas to your organization. Partnering with MBU gives you access to a talent pool that is not only skilled but motivated to make a difference.

How to Recruit and Connect with MBU Talent 

Mary Baldwin University offers employers a variety of ways to connect with talented, motivated students. Whether you’re looking to hire interns, full-time employees, or simply build your brand on campus, we make it easy to engage with our students in meaningful ways. 

Ready to reach MBU students directly? Post your job or internship today!

Post a Job or Internship on Handshake 

Posting opportunities on Handshake allows you to: 

• Attract talented, motivated students 
• Share detailed position descriptions 
• Receive applications directly from candidates 

Looking for an Intern? 

• Internships are a win-win: employers gain fresh perspectives and a chance to cultivate future talent, while students gain real-world experience and industry insight. 
• Ready to find your next intern? You can quickly and easily post an internship on Handshake.  
• For guidance on posting internships, navigating our internal process, and sharing opportunities with students, reach out to msdull@marybaldwin.edu 

How to Host an Event: Info Tables and Info Sessions (In-Person or Virtual)

To request an event: 

1. Log in to Handshake 
2. Select Events → Request Event 
3. Include your organization’s name in the Event Name field and complete the form 
4. Choose your format: in-person or virtual 
5. Our team will review your request and contact you with next steps 

Virtual Events: Make sure to select “virtual” as the format in your event request. 

Our Commitment 

The McCree Center for Life Success is proud to be a member of NACE – the National Association of Colleges and Employers. We follow NACE’s Principles for Ethical Professional Practice and expect all recruiters to do the same. 

Questions? 

Interested in becoming an Employer Partner or learn more about recruiting at MBU? Contact Suzie Dull at msdull@marybaldwin.edu