Unibuddy

Unibuddy is a student-to-student recruitment platform that helps higher education institutions connect with prospective students. The company's mission is to empower students to make the right choices in their higher education journey by providing them with authentic connections with current students, faculty, and staff. Unibuddy offers a suite of products including chat, community, events, and assistant, which are designed to help institutions attract, engage, and convert prospective students.

Unibuddy has partnered with over 500 institutions worldwide, including Boston University, University of Southern California, NYU, and the University of Arizona. The company has raised over $33 million in funding and is on track to achieve its goal of empowering 10 million students. Unibuddy is committed to making its products accessible to all, and the company has been audited by Deque Services to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level A, and Level AA conformance.

Unibuddy offers a hybrid work environment, allowing employees to work flexibly from both home and the office. The company encourages employees to work 2 days a week in the office, offering a space at a WeWork location in Manhattan, NYC. This flexibility allows for work-life balance and autonomy for employees.

Unibuddy offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage (in the US and Canada), a hybrid work environment with flexible hours, opportunities for professional development, 25 days of vacation plus four additional days for Christmas break and national holidays, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, a company-provided laptop or PC with a monitor for home office use, and access to mental health support through the online provider Spill.

Unibuddy's mission is to empower students to make confident decisions about their higher education journey by providing them with access to authentic and personalized connections with current students, staff, and faculty. They believe that no one should have to make such important life decisions alone and strive to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for students as they navigate the complexities of higher education.

Unibuddy fosters a collaborative and growth-oriented culture. They value teamwork, open communication, and a willingness to embrace challenges and learn from mistakes. They encourage their employees to think creatively, take calculated risks, and be resilient in the face of obstacles. Their company values, "Peers, Grow, Thrive, Impact" illustrate this commitment to a supportive and ambitious environment where individual and collective success are intertwined.

Unibuddy is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. They actively seek out and value individuals from diverse backgrounds and actively work to eliminate biases in their hiring and promotion practices. They prioritize creating a culture where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. This commitment is reflected in their company values which emphasize the importance of collaboration, growth, and impact.