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Handshake: Find Entry Level Jobs Near You

Wondering why your Google search for “jobs near me” isn’t giving the results you’d expect? Check out this how-to guide for finding work nearby using Handshake’s features.

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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Virtual Employer Events: Feb. 21st – 25th

Employers are hosting virtual events and want you to attend! You can find the full list of upcoming events on Handshake: uw.joinhandshake.com/events. Here are a few that are coming up this week:

Galileo Learning: Summer Internships Information Session – Tuesday, …

By Brittany Morgan (She/Her)
Brittany Morgan (She/Her) Employer Engagement & Communications Manager
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Want To Avoid a Burnout Culture in Your Next Job? Ask These Questions During the Interview

Burnout and job-related stress have never been higher, according to new data from the American Psychological Association. And that’s true across professions. 

Responding to APA’s 2021 Work and Well-Being Survey, a full 79% of U.S. workers said they had experienced …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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Handshake Virtual 1:1 Sessions: The 8 Tips You Need to Know Before Meeting an Employer

The UW Seattle 2022 Virtual Winter Job & Internship Fair is tomorrow! There is still time to register and sign up for employer sessions if you haven’t already. To help prepare, learn how to make the best impression during one-on-one …

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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Internship Corner – Winter Quarter Job and Internship Fair, Feb 17

Dozens of employers are seeking interns at the Feb 17 Winter Job & Internship Fair in Handshake. Be sure to register for the fair today and check out our FAQs to learn about what to expect at virtual Career Fairs.

By Dan Herb (He/Him)
Dan Herb (He/Him) Internship Success Manager
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Virtual Employer Events: Feb. 14th – Feb. 18th

Employers are hosting virtual events and want you to attend! You can find the full list of upcoming events on Handshake: uw.joinhandshake.com/events. Here are a few that are coming up this week:

FBI: Special Agent Q&A and Information Session – …

By Brittany Morgan (She/Her)
Brittany Morgan (She/Her) Employer Engagement & Communications Manager
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New Phishing Alert #2 – Winter 2022

We have become aware of a new phishing scam targeting students at the University of Washington.

These scam email messages will appear to come from a “uw.edu” email address, with a variety of subject lines, one being “UNIVERSITY …

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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5 Tips for a Career Change | How to Stay Realistic and Positive

Illustration by Marian Blair

Trying to transition to the social-impact sector, or maybe you’re just looking for a career change in general? First of all, congratulations. The choice to do something meaningful to you is a brave one. If it’s …

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Winter Job & Internship Fair: Employer Spotlight

The Winter Job & Internship Fair is taking place virtually via Handshake on February 17th, 2022 from 12:30pm – 4:00pm. The fair is open to all majors and will host over 100 employers who are all looking to recruit UW …

By Brittany Morgan (She/Her)
Brittany Morgan (She/Her) Employer Engagement & Communications Manager
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Handshake: 5 Tips for Searching for Your Perfect First Job

Everyone has to start somewhere in their career, and it’s okay to not know where exactly you want to go or what you want to do in the long run. But gaining some first hand experience can lessen the pressure …

By Lindsay Smith (She/Her)
Lindsay Smith (She/Her) Associate Director for Employer & Community Connections
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