Creating Opportunities: Facilities and Operations Hosts Career Fair for Local Residents

Columbia University Facilities and Operations (CUFO) hosted a career fair to recruit diverse talent for the Morningside Campus and the new Manhattanville Campus. Over 150 members from the local community attended the first in-person career fair since the beginning of the pandemic, where they learned about the various roles available and met one-on-one with hiring managers. 

Among the open positions within Campus Services and Operations promoted at the career fair included Chef Manager, Pantry Worker, Mechanic, Handyperson, Porter, Door Attendant, Heavy Cleaner, HVAC Specialist and more. 

CUFO supports the core educational and research mission of the University by managing building design and construction, operations and maintenance of buildings and grounds, campus public safety, residential and retail dining, apartment housing and residence halls, event catering and venue management, printing and mailing services, transportation, and University-wide sustainability initiatives.  
 
Columbia is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents. For a full list of positions available within University Facilities and Operations, visit the CUFO Career Page.