Duke Management Academy Scholars

Jaime Byrd

Title: Director, Employer Relations
Department: Duke Career Center - Division of Student Affairs
Entity:
Class Year: 2025

Bio:
Jaime joined the Duke Career Center within the Division of Student Affairs in March 2018. She currently serves as the Director of Employer Relations where she provides leadership and strategic direction for the Employer Relations team and works closely with external stakeholders looking to recruit Duke student talent for internships and full-time employment. Jaime has been a member of the Duke community since the summer of 2014 and worked in Housing and Residence Life prior to moving to the Career Center.

Originally from the Midwest, Jaime received her M.A. in Educational Leadership - Higher Education Student Affairs from Eastern Michigan University. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, home design, cooking, music, and yoga. Jaime is a sustaining member of the Junior League of Durham and Orange Counties and a member of both the Elevate Network - Triangle Chapter and The Emerging Leader Collective.