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Handshake is New �鶹��ý City University’s official job/internship platform. Thousands of employers are hiring students on Handshake. Once you fill in your career interests, you’ll get personalized recommendations for jobs and events and direct outreach from employers interested in students like you—80% of students with a complete Handshake profile get messaged by employers!

• Activate your account at 
• Download the Handshake app from Apple or Google Play so you get notifications on the latest jobs, events, and employers

Why Handshake?

• There are 750,000+ employers recruiting on Handshake—from every Fortune 500 company to nonprofits, startups, and more
• Career offices at 1,400+ colleges and universities utilize Handshake
• Students login with single sign-on (use your �鶹��ý email!)
• Fill out your profile with your career interests to browse recommended jobs and events
• Message directly with employers
• Schedule appointments with your �鶹��ý career advisor
• Apply for jobs and get interviews
• Get hired!

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Schedule a Career Advisement Appointment for:

• Resume and cover letter review
• Career and job exploration
• Internship search
• Interview preparation
• Grad school/med school planning
• & more!

Contact your career advisor to schedule an appointment. (see Contact Us section below)

Each semester �鶹��ý STEM hosts various workshops and events to help students develop career skills. Workshop topics include:

• Resume Writing Strategies
• Crafting an Effective Cover Letter
• Networking 101
• How to Land an Internship
• Navigating a Career Fair
• How to Succeed at Your Internship
• How to Prepare for Graduate School Applications
• Planning for Medical School
• & more!

Throughout the academic year, employers from the STEM fields come to the �鶹��ý campus (or connect with us via Zoom) to meet �鶹��ý students and to share information about their internship and full-time job opportunities. We also coordinate with employers to host on-campus interviews for their open internship and job opportunities.

The �鶹��ý Mentoring Program () effectively connects �鶹��ý alumni with current students who are seeking career advice. The mentoring relationship with alumni can potentially lead to internships and jobs at their place of employment or at companies they are well connected to. Matching is based on academic background, career information, geographic location, availability, and interests.

To get started, sign up and create your profile on 

Handshake

Handshake is New �鶹��ý City University’s official job/internship platform. Thousands of employers are hiring students on Handshake. Once you fill in your career interests, you’ll get personalized recommendations for jobs and events and direct outreach from employers interested in students like you—80% of students with a complete Handshake profile get messaged by employers!

• Activate your account at 
• Download the Handshake app from Apple or Google Play so you get notifications on the latest jobs, events, and employers

Internship/Job Search Websites 
Check out this list of  and explore links to general job search engines and sites specific to your field of study to find and apply for many internship and job opportunities.

Forage 
 is an online resource which offers virtual experience programs designed by leading companies. Develop your skills and gain a real understanding of different roles and industries by working through these self-paced modules, with tasks similar to those you would undertake during a traditional internship.

What does it involve?

• You will work through a series of resources and hypothetical tasks that are designed to simulate the sort of work you would undertake as an intern or full-time employee at the organization. It's a unique opportunity for you to try out a career at your own pace and in your own time, from the comfort of your home.
• It takes five to six hours to complete one program and you can complete as many programs as you like. All experiences are completely free of charge for students and alumni from New �鶹��ý City University.

Programs include:

• Video instructions and real life examples from employees within your chosen organization.
• Work that reflects real day-to-day tasks of interns and employees.
• Curated resources to help you complete the tasks

What are the benefits?

• Sample what real life work at leading companies would be like.
• Try out different types of work and discover which career path is right for you.
• Build confidence and gain skills to get you ready for the workplace.
• Boost your resume with a company-branded virtual experience program and get a personalized certificate for your LinkedIn profile.
• Brand and market yourself to employers within the Forage network, potentially opening up future opportunities with prominent organizations.

How can I take part?

There are no lengthy application processes as programs are free and accessible to all students and alumni. Simply pick your program, create an account on the Forage website and get started right away.

The Cooperative Education Program enables students to combine classroom learning with practical experience and provides an opportunity to utilize skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom in a professional environment. As part of Co-op Ed Program, students earn academic credits through internships and part-time or full-time work experience.

Learn more about internships and cooperative education: /student-life/campus-services-resources/center-career-and-professional-development/internships-experiential-education

Employers are invited to come to the �鶹��ý campus (or visit via Zoom) to introduce their organization and the internship, part-time, and/or full-time job opportunities. Employer Info Sessions are also a great opportunity to meet with and engage with our talented and driven students.

Are you looking for a convenient and cost-effective way to recruit candidates for your open internship/job roles? Our staff can coordinate the promotion of your organization’s internship/job opportunities and work with you to schedule on-campus interviews with a talented pool of candidates. We can also coordinate virtual interview days.

We invite local professionals/employers to lead discussions/workshops on a variety of different topics for our students. These sessions typically fall under at least one of the following categories: industry information; general professional development topics; and soft skills training.

Handshake is a career management platform for colleges and universities where employers can post their roles and connect with potential candidates. Career offices at 1,400+ higher ed institutions utilize Handshake and there are 750,000+ employers recruiting on Handshake—from every Fortune 500 company to nonprofits, startups, and more.

 today and connect with New �鶹��ý City University to recruit the next generation of local talent!