You may be a LinkedIn mogul or a frequent flyer of some other professional networking platform/job board and that is fantastic! We encourage you to try out the many platforms available to you. Did you know that you also have access to another networking resource/job board through WTAMU? Whether you are a current student or an alumni of WTAMU, you have access to Handshake and all the great opportunities within! Handshake can be used to connect you with jobs, internships, fellowships, and volunteer opportunities from all across the country! As I write this Tuesday Tip, there are 7,641 active job postings listed! Besides applying for jobs, you can also leverage Handshake as a networking tool by connecting with students, alumni, and employers.
Like other networking resources/job boards, you can make the most out of your Handshake experience and increase your visibility among employers by putting in a little extra effort. These are simple things like having a professional looking profile picture (we can take your photo in our office!), filling out your profile completely, making your profile visible, or following employers to receive regular updates. You can also set up appointments with our staff, register for career events/workshops, and so much more! Here is a game of Bingo for you to see if you are taking full advantage of Handshake and all of its features. You can learn more about each of these tips by checking out this blog post from Handshake. Log in today (wtamu.joinhandshake.com) and get started in your job search!
If you’d like to know more about Handshake, feel free to reach out to our office or stop by for more information.
Events and Webinars, click here. Head over to our YouTube channel to find previous workshops and employer information sessions.