Your Handshake profile gives you the chance to tell your professional story. Now, it’s easier than ever to express your authentic self, connect with your network, and stand out in the job market with profile sharing options.
- Email: Paste your profile link directly into the body of an email. You can also create a custom email signature with a link to your Handshake profile.
- Social Media: Post your public profile link on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, or any other platform where you engage with your network.
- Resume or Portfolio: Your Handshake profile link on your resume or portfolio makes it easy for hiring managers to view your profile and learn more about your accomplishments.
- Networking events: Sharing your profile link can help others learn more about you.
How to Share Your Profile
To share your profile outside of Handshake, go to your Settings in your account and select “Community” and check the box indicating that you want your profile to be public and sharable outside of Handshake. You can change these settings anytime if you want your information to remain private.If your privacy is set to Employer or Private, you can still share your Handshake profile by following the steps on this page.
Choose How You Want to Share
Custom profile link: Found under the “Share” button on your profile, this link is your key to sharing your professional story on your terms, wherever you want to show up.
Professional email signature: A polished email signature adds a memorable personal touch to every message and connects readers directly to your profile. When you are logged in on a desktop, click on “Share” then “Share Via Email” to create an email signature that features a preview of the most essential info on your profile: your name, school, major, and a link to your profile.
Update Your Profile Before Sharing
Before you share you profile, make sure you have your profile updated with these key features:
- A quick summary that reflects your unique background
- Your ideal industry, job role(s), and target locations to show recruiters what you’re looking for
- A header image that gives your profile a personal touch
