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Connecting Employers with
High Schools + Tech/Trade Schools
Nationwide.
America’s #1
Early Talent Platform
explore careers
Every day, millions of students sit in classrooms across the country — curious, ambitious, and ready to take on the world.
Explore Careers is where that future begins.
We’re the nation’s largest early talent platform, connecting employers with the next generation of talent — right inside classrooms across all 50 states.
With partnerships spanning 26,000 high schools and 5,000 trade and technical schools, we reach more than 15 million students, teachers, counselors, and parents every year.
For employers, Explore Careers is your gateway to tomorrow’s workforce — genuine, early, and at scale. We help you build brand trust, ignite curiosity, and inspire students to picture a future with you.
Together, we’re turning career education into real opportunity — one student, one classroom, one future at a time.
Audience + Reach
Explore Careers is the only early-talent platform dedicated exclusively to high schools, tech/trade schools in America.
Our network spans 15 million students aged 14 to 24, across 26,000 schools and 5,500 trade and technical institutions in all 50 states. We engage not just students, but the key influencers who shape their decisions — teachers, school counselors, and parents — ensuring your brand message lands where it matters most.
It’s a direct, trusted connection into America’s classrooms — built over years of relationships, trust, and proven engagement.
15m +
Students
14 yrs to 24 yrs
New - Alumni Networks
26k
High Schools
Across all 50 states
5.5k
Tech + Trade Schools
New - Alumni Networks
6
We Operate In
Australia
United Kingdom
India
France
Middle East
Why Explore Careers
What Would Take Years to Build, Happens Instantly.
In 2025, hiring fast — and hiring right — has never mattered more. Explore Careers gives employers instant access to students who are ready to work now, while strengthening long-term talent pipelines for tomorrow.
We’re not a college recruiting alternative — we stay in our lane, and we own it. Our entire focus is on connecting employers with high schools, trade schools, and community colleges — the audiences shaping the future workforce right now.
Through trusted education partnerships, nationwide reach, and measurable engagement, we help employers fill roles faster, attract better-fit candidates, and build brand visibility where it truly counts — before competitors even show up.
Unmatched Reach
We’re plugged into thousands of schools nationwide. You get instant visibility with the largest student audience in the country.
Early Brand Impact
Gen Z forms opinions fast. We help you get in early—before competitors do—so you can shape how they see your company, your industry, and their future with you.
A Real Pipeline, Not Just a Job Ad
This isn’t about short-term hires. It’s about building long-term interest, loyalty, and momentum—so when students are ready to work, your name is already top of mind.
Real-Time Feedback
See how students are engaging with your brand—what’s working, what’s resonating, and where to double down. This is talent marketing you can actually measure.
Always-On Presence
Students don’t just think about careers once a year. With Explore Careers, your brand is part of the conversation year-round—not just during job fairs or one-off events.
Future-Proof Talent Strategy
Gen Z is already rewriting the rules of work—values, expectations, communication style. We help you understand them, speak their language, and stay ahead of the curve.
Content That Connects
We know what Gen Z wants to see—and what they scroll past. From employer videos and virtual tours to authentic day-in-the-life stories, we help you craft content that lands.
We Do the Heavy Lifting
No extra workload for your team. We handle strategy, delivery, and distribution—so your employer brand gets in front of millions without bogging down your calendar.
How do we connect you with schools & students?
Zero Hassle. Maximum Impact.
Like any great marketing or branding strategy, success comes down to consistent communication through the right channels. It’s not about posting and hoping — it’s about knowing where and how to reach students and educators so your message sticks.
Explore Careers connects you with schools and students through a trusted network of channels — each tailored to deliver your message with clarity, relevance, and impact.
Depending on your opportunity or campaign, we engage through:
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Student eNewsletters – sent directly to students, featuring your events, apprenticeships, and entry-level opportunities.
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ExploreCareers.com – where students actively explore industries, employers, and the pathways to get started.
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In-School Events & Webinars – bringing your team face-to-face with students, teachers, and counselors both online and in person.
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School Partnerships – with more than 26,000 schools enrolled, we ensure educators stay informed so students never miss an opportunity—and your organization remains top of mind.
Because connecting with Gen Z isn’t luck — it’s strategy, timing, and consistency — and that’s exactly what we deliver.
Jobs
Don’t Post and Hope. Get Seen.We send your roles straight into schools—targeted, direct, and on point.
Events & Webinars
Show up where it counts—
no stress, all impact.
Connect with students, teachers, parents, and career advisors at job fairs, school tours, and lunch-and-learns—online or in person. We handle all the logistics so you just show up and shine.
Employer Profiles
ExploreCareers.com is where future talent plugs in. It’s the go-to platform for students, parents, and teachers looking for real career insight—think job intel, employer videos, and straight-talking advice. As a partner, you get a branded profile that puts your company front and center, helping you connect with the next generation before anyone else does.
Employee Interview
Employee interviews bring your workplace to life. They give students and school counselors an inside look at real roles, real people, and what it’s actually like to work at your organization—no corporate fluff, just the real story.
eMarketing Campaigns
Our e-Marketing puts you in the inbox—and on the radar. Reach schools directly with updates on careers, events, surveys, and education opportunities. Spark interest, build awareness, and stay top of mind. Want to focus on certain regions? You can target by location, too.
Cost-Per-Hire
Up to 70% lower than traditional job boards or campus recruiting
Application Quality
2x increase in qualified, job-ready applicants
Time-To-Hire
Roles filled 35–50% faster through early-pipeline engagement
Brand Visibility
4x higher recall rate among students exposed to Explore Careers partner content
Performance
Average open rates 66%+ across student campaigns
Reduced Hiring Admin
Recruitment admin time cut by 60%, freeing your team to focus on interviewing and hiring.
Time Saving
90% less time spent on outreach — we handle the school connections, logistics, and promotion for you.
Vendor Cost Reduced
Our partners report an average 75% reduction in recruitment spend — eliminating job board fees, and other vendor costs for entry-level hires.
Partner Rewewals
98% of partners renew their partnership with Explore Careers after the first year due to proven hiring impact.
Satisfaction Rating
93% satisfaction rating from partners on campaign performance and support.
Reduced Hiring Admin
Recruitment admin time cut by 60%, freeing your team to focus on interviewing and hiring.
Nationwide Reach
Nationwide reach across 26,000+ high schools and 5,000 trade schools — all through one platform.
The ROI You Can Expect
From reduced cost-per-hire and faster time-to-fill, to stronger retention and higher brand recall,
Explore Careers consistently outperforms traditional recruitment channels.
Competitive Advantage
Built for high schools and trade schools — not college grads.
We reach students while they’re still deciding — not after they’ve already chosen.
Features | Explore Careers | Handshake | Indeed / ZipRecruiter |
|---|---|---|---|
Target Audience | High schools, trade schools,
community colleges | College student focus | All job seekers, no school focus |
Student Access | 15M+ across 26,000+ schools | 12M (college - primary audience) | Broad, unfocused |
Custom eMarketing &
Campaigns | ✅ Included | ❌ Extra | ❌ Not offered |
Dedicated Partnership
Manager | ✅ Included | ❌ Extra (or self-service only) | ❌ None |
Total Employer Visibility | ✅ In schools, in classrooms, and online | ❌ On platform only | ❌ On site only, ad-dependent |
Webinars & In-School
Events | ✅ Included | ❌ Limited! | ❌ Not offered |
Brand Awareness Focus | ✅ Long-term pipeline | ❌ Transactional | ❌ Job-first only |
Parental / Educator
Reach | ✅ Built-in | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Broad, unfocused |
Global Reach | ✅ Global | ❌ USA-only | ✅ But no education partnerships |
new Partners
Ever notice how the most recognized employers don’t go it alone? They choose partners who already have the trust, scale, and influence to open doors.
Explore Careers is that partner. Our reputation with schools and educators means your brand starts with instant credibility — reaching classrooms that already know and engage with us. It’s not about chasing contacts; it’s about plugging into a network that’s already working.
That’s why these new partners are joining forces with Explore Careers — their trusted ally in connecting with the next generation of talent.
“Working with Explore Careers has been fantastic for us. It’s given Pfizer a meaningful way to connect with students who are passionate about science, healthcare, and making a difference. We’ve met so many bright young people eager to explore careers that impact lives every day—it’s exactly the kind of curiosity and purpose we want to bring into our workforce. Through this partnership, we’ve also seen a significant increase in applications and enrolments across our apprenticeship programs.”
Pfizer Talent Acquisition Team
“Partnering with Explore Careers has been such a great way to bring Toyota’s story to life for students. We’ve been able to connect with classrooms full of curious, motivated young people who are excited about technology and innovation. It’s helping us show that there’s a future for them in the automotive industry—and it’s bright.”
Toyota North America Early Careers Team
“Working with Explore Careers has been awesome for us. It’s given Harley-Davidson a real way to connect with students who love working with their hands and want to be part of something iconic. We’ve reached so many students excited about skilled trades and manufacturing—it’s exactly the kind of energy we want to bring into our workforce.”
Talent Acquisition Team, Harley-Davidson
Become a partner
Big reach. Real results. Meaningful connections.
Our three-tier partnership model is designed to meet you where you are — whether you’re beginning your student engagement
journey or ready to scale it fast. We go beyond advertising.
Each partnership helps you build genuine connections with schools and students, positioning your brand as an employer of choice
and inspiring young people to see their future with you.
Together, we make early talent engagement simple, strategic, and successful.
Starter
$15,500
yearly
$1,290 per month
The Starter package instantly connects you with high schools and career influencers in a way that would take years to build on your own.
Inclusions:
✓ 1x Profile on ExploreCareers.com
✓ 1x Events
✓ 1x eMarketing Campaign
✓ 1x Video Interview - Day in the Life
✓ 5x Student Job Postings
Rates Increase Nov 1st by $2,000
Growth
$19,500
yearly
$1,625 per month
The Growth package is your springboard to national visibility and deeper brand connection. It’s built for employers who want to move beyond awareness — and into action.
Inclusions:
✓ 1x Profile on ExploreCareers.com
✓ 2x Events
✓ 2x eMarketing Campaigns
✓ 2x Video Interview - Day in the Life
✓ 50x Student Job Postings
✓ Access to Event Calendar
Rates Increase Nov 1st by $2,000
Rates Increase Nov 1st by $2,000
Advantage
$25,000
yearly
$2,500 per month
Our flagship package — built for brands that want to lead. Advantage puts your company in front of millions of students with unmatched reach and frequency.
Inclusions:
✓ 1x Profile on ExploreCareers.com
✓ 3x Events
✓ 3x eMarketing Campaigns
✓ 2x Targeted eMarketing Campaigns
✓ 3x Video Interview - Day in the Life
✓ Unlimited Student Job Postings
✓ Priority Access to Event Calendar
Rates Increase Nov 1st by $2,000
Tech/Trade & Community College
$5,500
yearly
$458 per month
This is your fast-track to students who are already trained, qualified, and eager to start work. If you’re looking for apprentices, entry-level workers, or trade-ready talent — this is where they are.
✓ Add to Starter, Growth, Advantage
Choose A Package
Let’s get started! Choose the package that works best for you-
Starter, Growth, or Advantage.
Each option is flexible and can be adjusted as
your needs evolve.
Onboarding Call
We start by understanding your goals — the roles you’re hiring for, the states or schools you want to target, and the audiences that matter most.
You’ll meet your dedicated account manager, define success metrics, and map out your campaign plan.
Launch & Promote
Your campaign goes live across our 26,000+ high schools and 5,000 trade and technical schools, plus our student newsletter, digital channels, and educator networks.
You’ll instantly reach students in classrooms, inboxes, and on mobile — long before they hit job boards.
Track Success
We will monitor your reach and engagement through our analytics dashboard.
We’ll send monthly insights on impressions, clicks, school engagement, and application interest — so you can see exactly where your brand is winning.
Thank you for considering Explore Careers as your partner in building tomorrow’s workforce. Our program helps leading employers like you connect with students before they enter the job market—positioning your brand top-of-mind and creating a steady pipeline of skilled, motivated candidates.
We look forward to welcoming you on board and helping you attract, engage, and hire the best young talent—faster, smarter, and at scale.
Your future talent is already waiting.
Let’s go meet them.
Thank you
Explore Careers
Explore Careers bridges the gap between education and employment — connecting millions of students, teachers, and parents with the employers who inspire them. Our mission is simple: to help young people see what’s possible and take the first step toward their future.
Location
One World Trade Center, Suite 8500
New York, NY, 10007, USA
Contact
716-477-3999
© 2025 by Explore Careers LLC.