Pilots --- you’ve probably heard about Handshake by now. Maybe you’ve noticed the yellow logo in your Single Sign On…? You may have even seen the yellow hand chair around on campus! But…have you used it yet? WHAT IS Handshake??? Handshake is the University of Portland’s new Job and internship board! With this customizable online tool, you can discover new opportunities! … [Read more...] about What is Handshake?
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Select Skills to Stand Out on Handshake
Did you know? Employers can search for specific skills when screening applicants on Handshake. They are potentially looking at hundreds of candidates’ profiles and resumes, and there can be a lot of competition, so you need to find ways to stand out among the crowd. The skills section is one place in Handshake where you can centralize what you’re good at, and use the key words … [Read more...] about Select Skills to Stand Out on Handshake
9 Ways to Make Your Handshake Profile Work for You!
When it comes to job searching, the process can feel daunting and overwhelming. While networking and connecting in “real life” is highly effective for landing a job, there are many other great tools and platforms to help you in the job searching process. Handshake is one of these fantastic tools as UP’s new career portal―offering internships and jobs for both students and … [Read more...] about 9 Ways to Make Your Handshake Profile Work for You!