Internships are designed to give college students real-world experience in a job, helping you explore and enter a career field. How can you make sure you’re making the most out of your internships to strengthen your full-time job search? Check …
Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
As a new graduate, it can be challenging to know which skills to highlight on your resume. Employers are looking for candidates who can bring a diverse set of skills to the table, and it’s essential to show that you …
Are you a student or soon-to-be graduate looking to gain valuable experience and kickstart your career? With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about your internship options for 2023. With so many opportunities out there, it can …
If you’re in the market for a job or internship, you can’t go wrong with starting your search with a winner! Thanks to the 2023 Early Talent Awards, Handshake’s annual celebration of employers who are leading the way with Gen …
Despite the headlines, the job market is stronger than you think! During the month of April, employers posted around 6,500 jobs and close to 1,500 internships that are accepting applications. If you haven’t checked in a while, log in to …
Following up on a job application is an essential step in the job-seeking process, but it can be a daunting task for many. The follow-up process demonstrates your interest and commitment to the position and can help you stand out …
UW is launching our Handshake Profile Challenge. Nearly 70% of UW students have an incomplete profile and are missing out on all Handshake has to offer.
Filling out your profile unlocks two powerful benefits:
Need some guidance for completing your …
Handshake spoke with recruiting leaders at Disney, General Mills and Chevron to hear their insider take on what it takes to succeed as an intern at these companies. All three have thriving internship programs and recruit full-time hires from their …
Making quality content for TikTok takes creativity and quick thinking, not to mention videography and editing skills, storytelling skills, and more. And employers are looking for Gen Z to flex their TikTok skills in the workplace.
Handshake analyzed the almost …
When employers are searching for candidates on Handshake, they’re usually looking for hard skills: specific competencies like Python, Spanish, or Photoshop.
Your soft skills, on the other hand, are about personal qualities that influence how you do your work. For example, these …
