Maximize Your Handshake Experience: Easy Guides to Boost Your Internship & Job Search
Handshake is one of the most powerful career tools available to students. It’s more than just a job board; it’s a hub for connecting with employers, discovering opportunities, attending events, and networking with alumni. Employers on Handshake are looking specifically to hire students, which makes it one of the most tailored and effective platforms you can use in your career journey.
To help you get the most out of Handshake, we’ve pulled together some of the most relevant blog posts and guides. Each article below provides quick, practical advice so you can feel confident navigating the platform.
Handshake Blog & Help Center Resources:
| Title | Link | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Handshake Blog Tool: Find the information you’re looking for – Handshake Team | Read here | A central hub for all Handshake’s student blogs; browse resources on job searching, networking, events, and more. |
| 5 Steps to Success for Your First 5 Days on Handshake – Handshake Team | Read here | A quick-start guide to setting up your profile, exploring jobs, and connecting with opportunities during your first week on Handshake. |
| The 3 Must-Haves on Your Handshake Profile – Handshake Team | Read here | Learn the 3 most important details to include on your profile to stand out to employers. |
| How Real Students Are Using Handshake to Get Hired – Brianna Jacobson | Read here | Inspiring stories of students who landed jobs and internships by strategically using Handshake. |
| Top 100 Companies Hiring Students on Handshake Right Now – Brinton Botkin | Read here | A list of top employers actively recruiting students; great for exploring potential opportunities. |
| Handshake Early Talent Awards | Read here | Recognizes employers excelling at hiring students & new grads. |
| Finding a Job on Handshake: FAQs – Handshake Team | Read here | Answers to common questions about using Handshake for job searching. |
| The right way to read an entry-level job description – Handshake Team | Read here | Answers how to assess a position description to determine if you should apply. |
| Saving Job Searches and Receiving Job Alerts – Tawnya | Read here | Step-by-step instructions for saving searches and setting up job alerts so you never miss an opportunity. |
| Managing Your Notification Preferences – Tawnya | Read here | Learn how to control what types of notifications you receive and how often. |
| How Students Engage with Employer Messages – By Sunny Zhang | Read here | “In the era of virtual-first recruiting, students build meaningful connections and explore opportunities through employer messages.” – Zhang |
| Messaging employers on Handshake can help get you hired | Read here | In a sea of applicants, it can be hard to stand out. Get an advantage before you apply with Handshake’s employer messaging feature.” |
| The Importance of Networking with Alumni on Handshake – Handshake Team | Read here | Explains why connecting with alumni can give you an edge in your job search and how to do it effectively. |
| Networking 101: 5 Steps to Build Your Career Connections – Handshake Team | Read here | A beginner-friendly guide to building and strengthening your professional network. |
| Your Guide to Using Handshake After Graduation – Handshake Team | Read here | Tips for continuing to use Handshake as an alum to connect with employers and stay informed about opportunities. |
| Employment Scam Information: Beware of employment scams targeting college students | Read here | Content Covered: hireBING Job and Internship Posting Disclaimer What is an employment scam? Common signs of an employment scam Examples of employment scams What can happen if I fall victim to an employment scam? How can I protect myself from these employment scams? What to do if you are the victim of a scam/phishing? Resources |
Career Support & Sources:
If you’d like support navigating Handshake, our office is here to help! Check out the resource below to learn how to connect with us—we’re excited to work with you as you explore your career journey.
Drop-ins: When classes are in session, Monday-Friday, from 12-4 p.m., you can visit our office to schedule a 20-minute drop-in with our staff
Appointments: You can schedule your 30-minute career session on Handshake. These are offered all year and can be done virtually and in person.
Online Resources: Visit uConnect, our virtual career center that is always accessible to support your career needs
Handshake Blog Tool: Find the information you’re looking for — Handshake Team
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/
5 Steps to Success for Your First 5 Days on Handshake — Handshake Team
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/5-steps-to-success-for-your-first-5-days-on-handshake/
The 3 Must-Haves on Your Handshake Profile — Handshake Team
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/the-3-must-haves-on-your-handshake-profile/
How Real Students Are Using Handshake to Get Hired — Brianna Jacobson
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/Handshake-student-success-stories-July-2025/
Top 100 Companies Hiring Students on Handshake Right Now — Brinton Botkin
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/hiring-on-handshake-500/
Finding a Job on Handshake: FAQs — Handshake Team
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/finding-a-job-on-handshake-faqs/
Saving Job Searches and Receiving Job Alerts — Tawnya
https://support.joinhandshake.com/hc/en-us/articles/218693388-Saving-Job-Searches-and-Receiving-Job-Alerts
Managing Your Notification Preferences — Tawnya
https://support.joinhandshake.com/hc/en-us/articles/115009912427-Managing-Your-Notification-Preferences
The Importance of Networking with Alumni on Handshake — Handshake Team
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/the-importance-of-networking-with-alumni-on-handshake/
Networking 101: 5 Steps to Build Your Career Connections — Handshake Team
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/networking-101-5-steps-to-build-your-career-connections/
Your Guide to Using Handshake After Graduation — Handshake Team
https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/handshake-after-graduation-class-of-2025/
The Right Way to Read an Entry-Level Job Description — Handshake Team https://joinhandshake.com/blog/students/the-right-way-to-read-an-entry-level-job-description
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AI Assistance: Portions of this resource were developed with support from ChatGPT, an AI language model by OpenAI, used to help synthesize research, generate summaries, and refine formatting. All final content was reviewed and customized for Binghamton University students.
