What is Handshake?
Handshake is the largest internship and job search platform designed specifically for college students. The internship is a key experience at Concordia, and your academic and career engagement advisor recommends 1-3 internships during college in this competitive job market. Internships complement coursework and help you discover how your gifts and talents are best used in the workplace. Falcons have access to thousands of internships and full-time jobs in Wisconsin and nationwide!
What can I do on Handshake?
Students
- Find internships and jobs that are match your career interests
- Receive updates from the Center for Academic Advising and Career Engagement (CAACE)
- Find events and career fairs
- Follow and connect with employers and peers
- Apply directly to positions and explore opportunities
Employers
Handshake allows employers to post opportunities and review job seekers’ profiles and resumes at no cost.
- Post internship, part-time and full-time opportunities
- Search for qualified candidates and view resumes
- Receive announcements for upcoming career related programs and events
Private Residence
For part time work in a private residence please use this form.
- Caregivers
- Tutors
- Babysitters
How do I get started?
Each employer on Handshake is approved by the CUW CAACE office.
- Employers new to Handshake
- Activate your student Handshake account
- Learn to upload your branding documents (resume, cover letters, recommendations)
- View this short video for a tutorial on how to search for an internship or job
For more information on how to get started and everything you need to know: Handshake Support Center.