As you transition from being a student to a professional, your relationship with Handshake evolves as well.
To strengthen your relationship with both your alma mater and current company, we encourage you to create an employer user account on Handshake.
Let's explore the benefits that await you as an employer on Handshake:
1. Strengthening Alumni Connections:
When you create an employer account on Handshake, you can add your alma mater to your profile. By doing so, Handshake automatically creates an alumni contact entry at your former school if it is partnered with Handshake.
By staying connected with your alma mater, you not only strengthen your personal connection but also create opportunities for potential recruitment and networking opportunities between your company and your alma mater.
2. Enhanced Personal Branding:
Your name, job title, alma mater, and graduation year are displayed on your Handshake user profile. If you choose to showcase your user profile on your brand page, students can view your user profile.
This visibility enhances your personal branding and allows students to connect with you based on shared educational backgrounds, which fosters mentorship and professional networking relationships.
3. Streamlined Account Management:
With an employer account on Handshake, you can use the same email address for both your alumni and employer account. With this feature, you can easily switch between your employer and alumni accounts, which simplifies the process of managing your online presence.
While you can use the same email address, it's crucial to update it to a personal email as most school email accounts are deactivated after graduation.
4. Active Engagement in Talent Acquisition:
Alumni who create an employer account on Handshake gain access to various recruiting tools and features. You can post jobs, participate in career fairs, and engage in various recruiting activities.
By being actively involved in talent acquisition strategies, your company can greatly enhance its recruitment efforts, resulting in access to top-tier talent and ultimately contributing to the organization's growth and success.
Additional potential benefits
In addition to the benefits mentioned, creating an employer account on Handshake unlocks a wide range of additional advantages. These may include exclusive networking events, access to industry insights and trends, and the opportunity to collaborate with other alumni in your industry.
By leveraging Handshake's features and functionalities, you can not only strengthen your professional presence but also cultivate meaningful connections between your alma mater and workplace.
Ready to unlock a world of possibilities for career advancement, networking, and professional success? Create an Employer User Account, Join a Company, and Connect with Schools.