NextGen Hiring Summit

NextGen
Hiring Summit

Join the Evolution and level the digital playing field.

The NextGen Hiring Summit connects talented college students and recent graduates with leading companies in gaming, tech, and the arts. This annual virtual event offers networking opportunities, career advice, and direct access to internships and early career opportunities.

Registration opens in the Fall of 2025

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

Connect with Hiring Professionals: Interact directly with hiring managers and recruiters to explore internship and entry-level opportunities.
Expand Your Network: Build connections with Urban Arts alumni and peers.
Get Expert Advice: Ask industry professionals how to break into gaming, tech, and creative industries.
Engage in a Virtual Scavenger Hunt: Participate in a fun, interactive activity with a chance to win prizes.
Access Pre-Event Resources: Receive tools and tips to help you make the most of the event.
Boost Your Visibility: Your resume will be shared with all participating companies after the event.

Who Participates?

All Urban Arts alumni and CCNY Gaming Pathways students are invited to participate. All majors are welcome.

About the Career Talk Room

During the Next Gen Hiring Summit, step into the Career Talk Room, an exclusive opportunity to connect with an industry expert who will share insights on launching entry-level careers in gaming, tech, and creative industries. This session offers actionable advice on breaking into these dynamic fields and navigating the early stages of your career.

Highlights of the Session:

- Discover pathways into gaming, tech, and creative industries.
- Gain practical tips for interview preparation, building in-demand skills, and positioning yourself for success.
- Learn about industry trends and how to meet employer expectations.

This informal, interactive space is designed for open dialogue. Bring your questions about landing your first job, career development, or the future of the industry. Pop in and out as needed to make the most of this engaging and insightful session!

Being able to speak directly with the talent acquisition folks at these studios was extremely valuable and they answered a lot of the burning questions that we had about applications and the hiring process.

New York University, Bachelors, Game Design, Class of 2024

My favorite moment was connecting with two vice presidents.

New York University, Bachelors, Game Design, Class of 2028

The general lesson I learned from each rep was in summary, "Try anything. You'll never know where you will end up but you'll find your place by trying everything."

Brooklyn College, Bachelors, Film, Class of 2024

I gained insight on my resume and to tailor it down a bit more. I learned about new opportunities to join the program or internships.

New York University, Masters, Computer Science

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Gain access to a highly-skilled diverse talent pipeline—from high school to college to career. Our alumni learn a demanding curriculum in game design that actually develops skills in multiple disciplines, including programming languages, design principles, marketing, project management, entrepreneurship, and much more.