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Handshake: Connecting You with Opportunities and Employers

Search. Connect. Apply. Get Hired.

Handshake is the go-to source for jobs, internships, employer connections, peer-to-peer insights, and career fair and event information. Whether exploring your options or targeting a specific path, Handshake can help.

Use Handshake to:

  • Search and apply for jobs and internships
  • Set up automatic feeds tailored to your interests
  • Connect with employers and alumni
  • Learn about organizations
  • Register for workshops, events and fairs
  • Publicize your resume

Accessing Handshake is easy:

  • Students: Log in using your St. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ username and password.
  • Alumni: If you don't already have an account, one using this form.
  • Faculty: Find instructions using Resources for Faculty and Staff to request ab account.

For customized feeds, personalized job and internship recommendations, and employers targeting you specifically, fully complete your Handshake profile and career interests.

Handshake Features for Students and Alumni

  • Explore career paths
  • Create student profile
  • Find and apply for jobs and internships
  • Upload and manage resume, transcripts, and cover letters
  • Register for career center and employer events, and career fairs

Handshake Features for Employers

  • Post jobs and internships
  • Search and contact students directly
  • Participate in on-campus interviews
  • Participate in career fairs and recruiting events

Handshake Events

  • Fall Teacher Recruitment Fair - Virtual Interviews (Tuesday, November 18th 2025, 8:00 am EST - Friday, November 21st 2025, 5:00 pm EST)

    When: Tuesday, November 18th 2025, 8:00 am EST - Friday, November 21st 2025, 5:00 pm EST Location: Virtual Teacher Recruitment Job FairNovember 18-21, 2025Virtual Interviews from 9:00 am -- 5:00 pm We are offering virtual interviews for qualified candidates for certain positions to start immediately or August 2026. Registration will be open through November 13,  2025.To register for the job fair, please apply through the external registration link. Once registered, your application will be reviewed to determine if you qualify for an interview. If approved, you will be notified that one virtual interview will be granted and you will be matched with an interviewer based on your provided availability. You will receive an email confirming your interview date, time, and format. You may register anytime before midnight on the closing date.  JOB REQUIREMENTS: Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer as all instructional opportunities are in-person, located in Hampton, VA.  Completion of a bachelor's degree AND additional requirements (coursework and/or praxis) necessary to obtain a teaching license. Preference given to those who have completed an approved teacher prep program and possess or are eligible for a teaching license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Associate (Unlicensed) Teachers are considered based on division needs.  Experience working with students in a classroom setting (does not apply to current HCS employees). Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Excellent organizational, planning, and human relations skills. Have knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment. Ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of children. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, and parents. Job offers may be made prior to the Teacher Recruitment Job Fair. SALARY: Associate(Unlicensed) Teachers with bachelors: $45,000; Associate (Unlicensed) Teachers are considered based on division needs.  Licensed/Licensed eligible teachers: Teacher scale -- commensurate with experience; starting salary 25/26 SY $56,750 & $59,350 for masters; 26/27 SY TBD; Possible sign-on bonus for Title I Schools.  

  • US Border Patrol VIPR Recruitment Event - Norfolk, VA - 11/19-11/21 (Wednesday, November 19th 2025, 9:00 am EST - Friday, November 21st 2025, 4:00 pm EST)

    When: Wednesday, November 19th 2025, 9:00 am EST - Friday, November 21st 2025, 4:00 pm EST Location: 1327 West C Street, Norfolk, Virginia 23511, United States Thinking About a Career as a Border Patrol Agent?​​Don’t miss next week’s three-day USBP Norfolk VIPR Recruiting Event at Norfolk, VA — open to anyone with base access!​​• Wednesday, November 19, through Friday, November 21​​• Naval Station Norfolk, 1327 West C Street, Building u93, Norfolk, VA​​Meet face-to-face with recruiters, ask questions, and get real insights into the challenges and rewards of serving as a U.S. Border Patrol Agent (BPA).​​Whether you're exploring entry-level roles or seeking higher-grade opportunities, this event is your chance to see if you’ve got what it takes to protect America’s borders, combat threats like fentanyl, and deliver life-saving aid.​​Up to $30,000 in Recruitment Incentives available for newly appointed BPAs. Conditions apply.​​• Free and open to all with base access​​• Recruiters onsite to answer your questions​​For a complete schedule of details and specific locations, please visit our website for details: https://careers.cbp.gov/s/career-paths/usbp/bpa.

  • Tap into the Tommie Network: Strategies for St. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Engineering Graduate Students (Thursday, November 20th 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm CST)

    When: Thursday, November 20th 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm CST Location: Schoenecker Center (SCC), 238 Schoenecker Center - E-Media Strategy Lab, 2115 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55105, United States Looking to tap into the Tommie Network and build more professional connections through your graduate program? Join this hybrid workshop for St. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ School of Engineering graduate students, where you'll gain the confidence and skills to build a network that supports your goals and advances your career. This session will give you practical strategies and digital tools you can use right now to start conversations, optimize your online presence, and make lasting impressions. Then, participate in speed networking where you’ll meet with other engineering graduate students and leave with new connections.  Register to attend in person, or to receive a Zoom link to participate online!

  • Teach For America Corps Info Session (Thursday, November 20th 2025, 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm EST)

    When: Thursday, November 20th 2025, 8:00 pm - 8:45 pm EST Location: Virtual Interested in launching a career rooted in service, learning, and ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ impact? Join Teach For America staff members for an upcoming informational session where you'll learn more about the paid opportunities we offer, the issue we are trying to tackle together, and how you can get involved. The first 30 minutes will address the most common questions we receive:  1. What is Teach For America? 2. What and where will I teach? 3. What will my salary and finances look like? 4. How does teacher certification work? 5. How will I be trained and supported? Our remaining time will be spent in open Q&A, at which point you can get your specific questions answered. We will also be sending follow-up resources ahead of our application deadline on February 2nd. We hope to see you there!