LookSharp
Over 10 million students use Looksharp to launch their careers. Start posting jobs and internships today!.
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LookSharp operated as a specialized recruiting platform focused on connecting college students and recent graduates with employers for internships and entry-level positions. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company aimed to streamline the campus recruiting process for both job seekers and businesses. Its business model centered on providing enterprise solutions to employers, allowing them to build their brand presence and manage their recruitment workflow digitally.
Employers utilized LookSharp to create rich media profiles, post opportunities, and source candidates from a large network of students, thereby reducing the need for costly on-campus recruiting trips. A key feature for corporate clients was a customer relationship management (CRM) tool to segment, analyze, and communicate with potential hires. The platform also offered a companion mobile app, LookSharp Recruiter, which enabled employers to eliminate paper resumes at career fairs and other events.
For students and new graduates, LookSharp served as a job board to discover opportunities at a wide range of companies, from startups to Fortune 1000 corporations like Facebook and Disney. The platform also provided resources such as resume templates and interview advice. In 2014, the company, then operating as InternMatch, acquired competitor Readyforce, expanding its network of employers and student users. A significant milestone in the company's history occurred in February 2017 when it was acquired by its competitor, WayUp. The acquisition was driven by a shared mission and LookSharp's strong performance in search engine results for college-related job queries. Following the acquisition, LookSharp's platform and user base were integrated into WayUp's offerings.
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