Welcome to Handshake! We've put together this article to help you get the most out of the Handshake platform, bringing together a number of resources that you may find useful when getting started with us. Please also feel free to explore all of the other articles we have in our Help Centre (please note that although the language used may be different in places, the articles do reflect accurately how the platform works).
The Handshake network will continue to grow, so you can expect the number of universities and students available to continue to increase.
The following articles should help you set up your account and get started with Handshake:
- Getting Started with Handshake (an overview)
- How To Connect With Universities
- Create Your Account, Join a Company and Connect With Institutions
- How to Post a Job
- Connecting with the Handshake Open Network
- Tips for Recruiting Virtually
The most successful companies on Handshake will have taken time to build their brand on the platform:
- Confirm your profile details - (Create a Company Profile/Edit a Company Profile)
- Make sure you upload high quality images to your company profile (Employer Logo and Banner Guide)
- Ask students to leave a review of your company on Handshake (Request a Review from a Student)
Handshake Videos
We have produced some short (around three minutes each) training videos on how employers can get set up on Handshake, post jobs, create virtual events, and so on. The playlist and links to the individual videos can be found below:
- Complete Playlist
- Employer Onboarding
- Building Your Brand on Handshake
- Posting a Vacancy
- Sourcing and Messaging Students
- Creating a Virtual Event
- Premium Employer Features
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