Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience.
As part of our team, you will experience:

Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

College Recruiter

About this opportunity...

The College Recruiter is responsible for supporting Ross Stores' growth plans by attracting and recruiting Intern talent across multiple functions for the Buying Offices. In partnership with the College Relations team, manage full life cycle recruitment at targeted schools, and plan and execute a best in class Internship program. Support Early Career Recruiters by branding and recruiting entry-level talent. Ensure a high quality and high touch candidate experience to enhance Ross' image on campus and in the retail industry.

The base salary range for this role is $64,000 - $80,000. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

What you will do and what you will learn...

Manage full life cycle recruitment for Interns across multiple functions at assigned schools, including posting jobs, building the talent pipeline, screening, interviews, offers and placements
Partner with targeted universities and other relevant intern sources (including virtual sites) to attract, engage and hire top Intern talent and build the Ross brand on campus: attend career fairs, present to student groups and retail classes
Participate in professional development activities in support of attracting talent and differentiating Ross as an employer of choice
Develop collateral for all events and secure partners from the Business to attend
Identify new and innovative ways to source and attract intern talent.
Facilitate "Intern Panel Days" by presenting candidates during second round interviews and debriefing with the Business to conclude the day.
Support Coordinator by scheduling interviews, when necessary.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with career services, professors and business stakeholders at Ross Stores
Assist in development and execution of Summer Intern Program to ensure a best in class learning and professional experience; continuously research and introduce new and exciting elements to enhance the Intern Program and experience for the interns and the business
Update the recruitment database and Candidate Tracker with candidate information on an ongoing basis to ensure accurate and up to date information is available
Evaluate success of target school selection by analyzing offer and conversion rates; make recommendations based off this analysis to support a diverse and talented Intern population.

What you need to be successful...

Strong communication skills: Strong communication skills, for both internal and external communication, with experience presenting to large groups; Ability to conduct interviews and work effectively with candidates
Flexibility: You can pivot and are adaptable, and receptive to feedback.
Results Driven: You are tenacious, and achievement focused. You can prioritize your work, exercise independent judgement, and deliver a high quality of work.
Intellectually curious: You can analyze and draw conclusions, are a critical thinker, and see the big picture. Ability to set priorities and exercise independent judgment
Resilient: You are persistent and persuasive. You stay focused on your goals and finding creative solutions to problems. Ability to work well under the pressure of deadlines
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office
Analytical Mindset: Ability to analyze data; demonstrated ability to organize high volume of detail
Maintain confidentiality of all reports and compensation information.
Bachelor's Degree required and a minimum of two years related professional experience
Ability to travel up to 35% annually

Perks and Benefits of joining our team...

Our Associates are at the heart of everything we do and we're proud to offer a range of benefits that reflect how much we value their contributions. Here's a peek into what you can expect as an eligible Ross Associate:

A broad range of affordable health insurance options & personal medical plan concierge
401(k) with employer match and Life insurance
Ample PTO including accrued vacation, paid holidays, diversity day, summer Fridays and the ability to purchase additional vacation.
Employee stock purchase plan
Access to health and wellness benefits such as BetterHelp and Headspace
Charitable donations matched by Ross Stores Foundation
And more....

*benefits vary by level and position and are subject to change