In Handshake, there are different event types. Below, we'll go over each type's use cases.
Features available only to Premium partners are indicated by an asterisk(*). For more information, please check out this resource.
Event Type |
When to use |
Format |
Premium Only? |
Module? |
Career Fair - Handshake Hosted |
When your company wants to register for a career fair hosted on Handshake. Note: Handshake hosted fairs can range up to 6 hours. The hosting institution sets the time duration. |
|
No |
No* |
Career Fair - Not Handshake Hosted |
When the institution decides to use another platform to host their career fair. |
|
No |
No* |
Event - On Campus |
When your company is hosting an event at a institution. |
|
No |
No* |
Event- Off-Campus |
When your company is hosting an event (not at an institution) and booking their own space (venue). |
|
No |
No* |
Event - Virtual |
When an employer wants to host a virtual event with one institution via external video conferencing software, such as Zoom or WebEx. |
|
No |
No*
|
Event - Virtual One or Multi Institution, other video conference tool |
When a Premium partner wants to host a virtual event with one or more institutions on an external video conferencing software, such as Zoom or WebEx. |
|
Yes |
No* |
Event - Virtual
|
When a Premium partner wants to host a virtual event with one or more institutions using Handshake Video. |
|
Yes |
Yes |
Event - Virtual External Video |
For Premium partners who want to track attendance at a non-Handshake hosted event (non-Handshake institution's career fair, Handshake institution who isn't using a Handshake virtual fair, or an external conference) |
|
Yes |
Yes |
*Only Premium partners with the Event Management module have access to Handshake Video and the ability to set up a Check-In Kiosk at an event or career fair.