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December 29, 2017

U of New Haven testing student-employer matching software

The University of New Haven says it is testing software that would make it the first American institution to use a computer program to instantly match students with potential employers.

AcadeME an Israeli company that developed the software, has chosen University of New Haven as the beta test site for the system. About 2,000 students and alumni and several hundred employers are taking part in the testing, the university says.

Matt Caporale, University of New Haven executive director of career development, likened the system to a dating service and said the school has been working with AcadeME for 18 months.

“Students develop their profiles, as well as resumes, and tell their story,” Caporale said. “Employers post jobs, and when they do, the system automatically tells them which students match their requirements."

The algorithm-based system enables students and alumni to put their best foot forward to potential employers. Students, meanwhile, can check out companies, meaning the system works both ways. Employers can quickly seek out students and vice versa, according to the school.

The software is a potential boon not only to students and employers, but also the university, Caporale added.

"The software is helping the university build its reputation with employers, and it is providing an incredible service to our students," he said.

Once implemented, Caporale predicted the system would reduce frustration for both job-seeking students and employers.

"It has put power in the employers' hands and taken advantage of the benefits of social media, which students understand,” he said.

Christopher Hoffman can be reached at news@newhavenbiz.com

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