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    Student Services

    Handshake

    Handshake - Your job search starts here.
    Students
    Alumni & Employers

    Handshake is Saint Paul College’s online job board and career management platform that connects students, alumni, and employers. Job seekers and hiring managers can network together, participate in career fairs, and post/review resumes and job postings.

    Student Instructions

    Step 1: Log into your Handshake Account

    • Go to Handshake
    • Sign in using your StarID and Password
    • Follow prompts to set up your account
    • Set your privacy level to Community, Employers, or Private (Community recommended for full access to the site’s features)

    Additional Resources

    Step 2: Upload Your Resume

    Did you know that employers are five times more likely to reach out to students who have a completed profile in Handshake? Uploading your resume makes creating the profile easier! Review the How to Upload a New Document resource to add your resume to your account information.

    Step 3: Create Your Profile

    If you have uploaded your resume to Handshake (Step 2) you can use it to fill in the profile information. Follow the instructions in the Build Profile from Resume article in Handshake. Complete all sections of the profile and check for accuracy before making it viewable by employers.

    Step 4: Explore Handshake

    Handshake is a comprehensive tool offering many resources for you to network with other students, alumni and employers. Here are just a few suggestions to help you explore and use Handshake in your job search:

    Alumni Instructions

    Review the link below for step by step instructions and then continue with Steps 2-4 as for students.

    Log in as an Alum

    Employer Instructions

    Already have a Handshake account? Connect with SPC through the platform. New to Handshake? Create an employer account following these easy steps:

    • First, sign up as an employer using your work email address.
    • Follow the prompts to complete the profile.
    • Check your email for a confirmation message to activate your account.
    • For detailed instructions read Handshake’s Create an Employer User Account article.