Some recruiters try to persuade employees to quit school.
Three reasons why companies don't require degrees Like many other companies, StorageNetworks recruits on college campuses, aiming to snag bright seniors for jobs at the data storage services firm. But, as sometimes happens these days, a sophomore or a junior will show up for an interview, maybe with just the right skills and know-how. We look at every individual and see what kind of growth potential they have. Other employers and recruiters echo Burke's comments. I just tell them, 'Hey man, the time to go to school is during a recession.