Innovative Seminar Focuses on Early Recruitment Strategies for 2028 Graduates

In response to the evolving landscape of new graduate recruitment, Corekara Co., Ltd., the provider of the direct recruitment tool "Chokusai," is set to host a free online seminar on February 18, 2026. This event is co-organized with Port Co., Ltd. and HR Cloud Co., Ltd. and aims to equip hiring managers with data-driven strategies to navigate the increasingly competitive hiring environment for 2028 graduates.

The Changing Face of New Graduate Recruitment

Recent trends indicate a significant shift in the new graduate recruitment market. Data from the Cabinet Office reveals that students are starting to engage with potential employers much earlier than before. This trend necessitates a change in recruitment strategies, as a growing number of companies are discovering that merely posting jobs on recruitment sites is no longer sufficient to attract candidates. Instead, early engagement and creating a memorable impression during initial interactions have become critical for success.

Participants in the seminar will learn from the insights of three leading companies in the field: Port, Corekara, and HR Cloud, each renowned for their high-performance records in various aspects of new graduate hiring. The experts will focus on three main aspects: the design of internships, the development of recruitment websites, and effective data management for candidate tracking.

Addressing Recruitment Challenges

Many hiring managers have expressed frustrations regarding traditional recruitment methods. Common feedback includes concerns that despite planning internships, student engagement remains low, or that existing recruitment websites fail to drive applications. Furthermore, data management is often lacking, leading to decision-making based on gut feelings rather than concrete information. These challenges indicate an urgent need for a strategic, data-informed approach to recruitment that aligns with the current climate.

To ensure that companies can connect with candidates who truly match their needs, strategic recruitment practices grounded in data are essential in navigating this complex environment.

Seminar Details

The online seminar, conducted via Zoom, will consist of three 30-minute segments, with each expert addressing one of the three critical themes.

Part 1: Designing Effective Internships

- Speaker: Kentaro Uda, Consulting Division, Port Co., Ltd.
- In this segment, Uda will share his extensive experience in internship design across various industries. He will provide actionable insights on creating internships that allow students to visualize themselves working in the organization, thereby increasing engagement and interest.

Part 2: Recruitment Website Design for Maximum Applications

- Speaker: Takuya Kawamura, Executive Officer, Corekara Co., Ltd.
- Kawamura will discuss the importance of transforming recruitment websites into strategic assets that effectively communicate a company's strengths. Based on successful case studies, he will outline key tactics that significantly boost application numbers.

Part 3: Data-Driven Candidate Management

- Speaker: Daiken Fukatsu, Sales Manager, HR Cloud Co., Ltd.
- Fukatsu will focus on the importance of data-driven approaches in managing candidates. He will explain how relying on data rather than instinctual decision-making can mitigate the risk of talented students dropping out of the recruitment process.

About Chokusai

Chokusai serves as a direct recruitment tool that connects companies directly with potential candidates possessing the specific traits they seek. Leveraging social media and web media, it facilitates effective outreach to candidates that are a cultural fit, enhancing retention rates while minimizing hiring costs, particularly in challenging industries such as construction.

For more information, visit the Chokusai service page.

About Corekara Co., Ltd.

- Location: 6th Floor, Bunka Estate Yotsuya Building, 3-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 160-0004
- CEO: Yusuke Imaizumi
- Business: Development and operation of the direct recruitment tool "Chokusai"; Operation of e-commerce consulting and programming courses.

Contact for Inquiries

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