General Employment Sessions
Interested in learning more about pursuing career opportunities at Cornell University? Learn more about:
- Our award winning workplace.
- The types of employment opportunities available and the general skill sets required.
- How to navigate our on-line application process.
- Tips on getting noticed.
- Resources available to assist you in your employment search.
Preparing for a General Employment Session
- Prior to attending the General Employment Session, review our current full time, part time and temporary employment opportunities at www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs
- Complete an on-line Personal Profile, for Staff (non-academic) and/or Bargaining Unit positions.
- Be prepared to discuss your skills and what you can offer Cornell University.
- Complete and return the Talent Snapshot to the individual with whom you registered.
- Need help? Contact the Recruitment and Employment Center by phone (607) 254-8370, TTY (607) 255-4943, or e-mail employment_svcs@cornell.edu.
Registering for a General Employment Session
General Employment Sessions are held at the Cortland Works, in Cortland, New York, the Cornell University Recruitment and Employment Center, at East Hill Plaza, or Tompkins Workforce New York, in Center Ithaca. For more information or to register contact:
Cortland Works
To register, contact Robin Sandwick, e-mail: employed@cortland-co.org, Phone/TTY: (607) 756-7585
Cornell University Recruitment and Employment Center
To register, contact Janet Beebe, e-mail: employment_svcs@cornell.edu, Phone: (607) 254-8370, TTY: (607) 255-4943
Tompkins Workforce New York
To register, contact Dawn Potter, e-mail: dawn.potter@labor.state.ny.us, Phone: (607) 272-7570, extension 118, TTY: (607) 272-3285
Please Note:
The Recruitment and Employment Center does not provide job search assistance (resume critique, practice interviews, etc.). For these services please work with your local Department of Labor http://www.labor.state.ny.us/.
Thank you for your interest in exploring employment opportunities with Cornell University. For any additional questions regarding Employment at Cornell University please contact: the Recruitment and Employment Center by phone (607) 254-8370, TTY (607) 255-4943, or e-mail employment_svcs@cornell.edu.
More Information
- Applicant Notice (PDF)
- Recruitment Brochure
- Getting Oriented at Cornell (for newly hired faculty and staff)
- Important Information on Campus Safety
- Cornell Equal Education and Employment Opportunity Statement
- Cornell as a Drug-Free Workplace
- Workplace Awards

