Definitions: Application Statuses

In Handshake, students will be able to keep track of the status of their application in the applications section.

Important Note: Once an applicant's documents are downloaded, their status will automatically change from 'Pending' to 'Reviewed'. 

Application Status Definitions:  

Pending: This application has been submitted and is still pending review from the employer. 

Reviewed: The applicant's documents have been reviewed by the Employer 

Hired: Marked by the employer or career services centre as hired for a job posting or interview schedule in Handshake.

Declined: Marked by the employer or career services centre as declined for a job posting or interview schedule in Handshake. 

Submitted: An application for a job connected to an On Campus Interview has been submitted for review by the Employer 

Primary: Chosen as a primary candidate on an interview schedule in Handshake.

Alternate: Chosen as an alternate candidate on an interview schedule in Handshake.