Career Services at Fort Lewis College makes facilities and services available to all bona fide employing organizations with full-time, part-time, summer jobs, or internships. Employers using these services are expected to interact with students, alumni, and Career Services staff in a professional and ethical manner. The following guidelines govern how employers may access candidates in alignment with the mission of Fort Lewis College. All employers must follow professionally accepted recruiting, interviewing, and selection practices as outlined in the NACE Principles for Ethical Conduct.
Legal and Ethical Expectations
To protect students, Career Services reserves the right to refuse service to employers due to dishonesty, fraud, misrepresentation, harassment, or violations of FLC policies or applicable laws. Employers are not eligible if they have engaged in illegal activity, request sensitive personal information during application, fail to meet public safety standards, or are hiring within active labor disputes.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Employers are expected to ensure equitable access to opportunities and make hiring decisions without bias. This includes creating inclusive hiring processes and work environments free from discrimination, harassment, and violence, while providing reasonable accommodations and following equal opportunity guidelines.
Position and Recruiting Requirements
Career Services allows both paid and unpaid internships; however, employers are strongly encouraged to provide compensation whenever possible to support student access and equity. All positions must meet appropriate wage, legal, and ethical standards. Commission-only roles, positions requiring upfront fees, or opportunities tied to financial investment are not permitted unless explicitly approved. Network marketing organizations are not considered employers and are not eligible to recruit through Career Services.
Handshake and Employer Verification
Employers must provide complete and accurate information in Handshake, including a verified business identity, contact information, website, and licensing. Startup organizations must demonstrate operational readiness, funding, and paid opportunities with clearly defined roles.
Professional Conduct and Candidate Experience
Employers must maintain confidentiality of student information and may not charge fees to candidates. Sufficient time should be given for students to consider job offers. Alcohol use involving minors is strictly prohibited at any recruiting event.
Additional Policies
Career Services prohibits roles related to the adult entertainment industry and requires oversight for positions involving intellectual property through a faculty sponsor. Third-party recruiters may participate under strict transparency guidelines.
Career Services also requests that employers report hiring outcomes to support institutional data and student success tracking. All information shared is kept confidential and used only for reporting purposes.