Handshake: Connect with Peers, Alumni and Employers

You already know that Handshake is a great place to search and apply for jobs and internships, but did you know its also a great place to build your professional network?

Here’s how to use Handshake connect with other students, UW alumni and employer contacts:

  • Navigate to the People tab
  • A list of recommended students and alumni will appear in the center of the page, displaying the following information: name, school, school year, and major.
  • To find employer contacts, click Employer and type the company you’re looking for. You’ll get a list of current and former employees as well as company recruiters.
  • Use any of the Filters to narrow down your search even more by job role, major, degree and grad year.

By Wendy Israel (She/Her)
Wendy Israel (She/Her) Career Technologies Manager