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The competition for winning top talent remains fierce

of students received multiple offers for 2024 internships
of seniors received multiple offers for full-time roles
of finance Early ID participants did more than one program
of employers find reneges at least "somewhat challenging"

Why Staying Competitive Matters

While many employers are seeing high application volumes, most aren’t the right fit, and competition for high-demand degrees remains fierce. Attracting top-tier talent that aligns with your needs offers benefits beyond just filling requisitions.

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Head to Head: How Employers Beat the Competition for Top Talent

Below are three real student stories of competing offers. We’ll break down each offer, reveal the winner, and highlight the factors that influenced their decision—along with actionable takeaways for University Recruiting teams.

1. David and the Dream Company

The Head to Head
The Winner
Takeaways for Winning Talent

2. Dr. Zaid's AI Debate

The Head to Head
The Winner
Takeaways for Winning Talent

3. Brooke's Big Four Battle

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The Winner
Takeaways for Winning Talent

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