Career Services is here to help you connect with employment opportunities. We’ve partnered with Handshake, the largest career community for college students. We’ve already created your Handshake profile with your basic information. Sign in today to explore careers, find amazing jobs and internships, and connect with other students that share your career interests. Questions? Email career.services@austincc.edu or schedule an appointment for 1-1 assistance.
Getting started on Handshake
Go to Handshake and select Austin Community College Sign-on or download the app
Log in with your ACC credentials (eID and password)
Customize your profile and preferences
(Pro tip: Students with a full profile are 5x more likely to be messaged by employers.)Start your job search!
How to Nail Your First Week on Handshake
You have probably heard a lot about how Handshake can help you connect with employers, find internships, and discover your path to a fulfilling career. But where does one begin? After you sign up for Handshake, there are a handful of specific actions you can take to set yourself up for success. Watch the video below to learn our team’s top tips for making the most of your first week on Handshake, including:
Fill out your profile
View and save jobs
Follow employers you like
Apply to your first job or internship
Watch the video for getting started.
How to Search for Jobs on Handshake
So, you’re ready to find a job or internship to kick-start your career. First things first, you should learn the basics of how to search for jobs! Our team has shared their top three tips for finding the roles you want using Handshake’s in-product features, including:
Use search filters
Utilize keywords
Save jobs you like
Watch the video to learn how to search for jobs on Handshake.