What Can I Use Handshake For?
Handshake is a useful platform for:
- Finding jobs both on and off campus
- Making profiles that showcase a student's skills, experience, and research projects
- Uploading resumes, cover letters, and other important application materials for employers to see
- Scheduling appointments with our career counselors virtually
- Registering for fairs, events, and workshops hosted by CMU Career Services
How Can I Apply for Jobs on Handshake?
Applying for jobs in Handshake is easy.
- Students can simply look at the jobs tab on Handshake and use the filtering option to find which jobs appeal the most to them.
- Once a job has been found, students can view the job posting and review the necessary application materials.
- Uploading materials takes only a few minutes, then the student will be ready to apply for the job.