If you encounter an error that says "You do not have permission to do that", this indicates you do not have the necessary permission to access the particular page or complete the task in Handshake.
For students, this error could appear if you're:
- Using a link for an event or fair that is invite-only, and you've not been invited
- Trying to load a job posting that hasn't been approved at your school
- Trying to load a job posting that was approved at your school, but has expired
Note: These are the most common reasons for this error, but other situations may also result in the error. In all cases, the item is restricted from your view.
What to do if you encounter this message
If your school has partnered with Handshake: reach out to your Career Center for more information about the error. To find your school's contact details, refer to How to Locate your School’s Contact Information in Handshake.
If your school has not yet partnered with Handshake: contact our Support team for assistance.