Handshake

This is a free service to all current students and alumni. 

Prior to registering, familiarize yourself with our terms and conditions below and our appointment and interview policies.

Review the Getting Started article. Then log in with your Star ID and password. If you are asked for your email address, make sure to enter your email address ending in @go.stcloudstate.edu. Find your email address.

Complete your profile and review the information that comes from your Records and Registration profile. If you see discrepancies that you cannot edit, log in to your eServices account to make changes. Allow at least 48 hours for the changes to occur.

Can't log in? Call 320-308-2151 or email us.

On your homepage you will find:

• Easy access to job and internship searching
• Ability to allow employer viewing
• Resources suggested by staff at the Career Center
• Trending internships, jobs and active employers on campus
• View upcoming events and fairs.

Helpful tips:

• How to Apply for a Job or Internship
  • Job Application Status in Handshake
  • Interview Schedules: Applications and Taking Slots
• Request an Appointment with your Career Center
• How to: Request an Experience
• How to Upload a New Document
• Handshake Student Account FAQs
• Managing Your Notification Preferences
• About Handshake Mobile for iOS and Android
  
  • How to Log into Handshake Mobile

To obtain access to Handshake, email the following to Karen Hommerding:

• Your Name (or previous name if it changed since you attended St. Cloud State)
• Email Address
• St. Cloud State Student Tech ID or Star ID (no passwords)

You will receive a response within 24-48 business hours.

On-campus interviews with employers are scheduled during the fall and spring in Centennial Hall 215.

You must complete your profile in Handshake by clicking on the log in button above and have a résumé uploaded to apply for the interviews.

How do you sign up for an interview?

• You can view all schedules under Events and then On-Campus Interviews.
• Fill in the search criteria to narrow your search.
• Click on the position you would like to apply and interview for.
• After you apply, you will receive a notification informing you to sign up if the employer has chosen you to do so. Remember to have your interviewing notifications turned on in your preferences.

Need to cancel or reschedule your interview?

Contact us at Career Center or 320-308-2151

Mock Interviews are a great way to get interview experience, coaching and feedback from employers.

LinkedIn Reviews are specific to getting feedback on LinkedIn profiles.

Resume Reviews are a great way to get direct employer feedback on your resume.

To sign up:

• Log in to Handshake
• Complete your profile and upload a resume
• Click on "Events"
• Enter in the following keywords
  
  • "Mock Interview"
  • "LinkedIn Review"
  • "Resume Review"
  • The employer name will be listed in the event title
• Click on "Register" Or "External Registration" button
  
  • If you are directed to Sign Up Genius, select a time by checking the box
  • Click Submit and Sign Up
  • Enter details that may be needed
  • If you are unable to meet with the employer at the times given, follow the instructions above to register with a different employer

Contact us at Career Center or 320-308-2151

By registering and posting your résumé you acknowledge (and agree) that:

• Career Center staff have access to all information contained in the system.
• By entering information and uploading documents you are providing your information to a network of employers who have been given access by the Career Center.
• Registrants' information accessed by employers is to be used solely by that employer and must not be sold or otherwise distributed to any entity other than the specific employer who has been granted access by the Career Center.
• Information contained in any job or internship posting or information provided by any employer is the sole responsibility of the employer and therefore the Career Center makes no representations, endorsements or guarantees about any postings or other information provided by any employer.
• The Career Center reserves the right to deny access to anyone who misuses the intent and services of this system.

Review Handshake's Terms of Service.

When you register with Handshake, you will be able to post jobs and internships, set up interview sessions, register for career fairs and access eligible candidates' résumés online. Once registered, you can connect to St. Cloud State University and most colleges and universities in Minnesota!

We also offer free scheduling of on-campus interviews and other employer services.

Register as a new employer

• Visit Handshake to register.
• Follow the prompts to complete your profile and verify your email address.
• If you request to join your company profile, the profile owner will review and approve your request.
• If you create a new company, there will be a review through Handshake to approve your new company profile. This article on How to Create a New Company Profile will help you with this process.

You will receive an email from Handshake when your account has been approved.

Any problems? University employers, contact Eric Hanson, 320-308-0061. All other employers, contact Rosemarie Puerta-Curnutt, 320-308-3753.

Existing users

Login - Click "Continue with email" to log in as an employer

Update your profile

• To update your profile, click on Profile in the left navigation, or your name in the upper right corner.

Other helpful instructions

• Student search
• Create a new posting
• Make changes to current postings
• Re-post postings
• Register for a career fair
  • If you have questions during the registration process, contact Rosemarie Puerta-Curnutt, 320-308-3753.
• Request an on-campus interview schedule

• Career Center subscribes to and endorses the Principles of Professional Conduct for Career Services and Employment Professionals as published by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. As such, all employers who wish to use the Career Center's job posting and campus recruiting site must agree to abide by these principles.
• All employers and individuals also must conform to the Minnesota State policies regarding nondiscrimination and all applicable Equal Opportunity laws.
• All employers requesting access to Career Center services and/or events must be registered users. Employers may request an employer account. Before requesting an account, review Handshake's Terms of Service.
• By logging in, the employer agrees to the terms and conditions set forth by St. Cloud State University for the use of this online recruiting system.
• Employers must provide complete contact information when registering. Employers are responsible for the accuracy and completeness of employer information, full contact name and address, as well as all information in job descriptions. A valid e-mail address and phone number are mandatory to communicate directly with the employer contact(s). All job postings must include a complete description of the work involved.
• The employer contact person is responsible for the distribution and use of their username and password, as well as its use and misuse. Any user found to be using it inappropriately or inconsistent with the university and Career Center guidelines will have access revoked.
• Employers who require candidates to purchase products as condition of employment or those who charge a fee of any kind to candidates for their employment services will not be granted access to the system.
• Private households or individuals: Effective June 15, 2014, postings from private households or individuals will no longer be accepted. This includes, but is not limited to, personal care attendants, house cleaning, yard work, nannies, tutors, pet care, etc. This is a safety precaution for all involved. Alternative sites to consider are www.care.com and Joshin.
• Candidate information accessed by employers is to be used solely by that employer and must not be sold or otherwise distributed to any entity other than the specific employer who has access.
• The Career Center staff will review complaints by students, alumni, faculty, and staff about employers or jobs posted on the system. If determined to be justified, the Career Center may choose to deny services to the employer involved. The Career Center executive director or the appropriate designee's interpretation and implementation of these policies are final.
• The Career Center will regularly update and enhance the site and may, from time to time, revise the Employer Terms and Conditions. Use of our site is governed by the Employer Terms and Conditions posted at the time of use.
• Failure to abide by these terms and conditions may result in discontinuation of access. Other reasons for discontinuation of access include, but are not limited to, invalid employer e-mail addresses, inappropriate messaging, evidence of fraudulent activity, or other items deemed inappropriate by the Career Center executive director or the appropriate designee. The Career Center executive director or the appropriate designee's interpretation and implementation of the "Employer Terms and Conditions" is final. Any exception to these terms and conditions must be negotiated between the Career Center executive director or the appropriate designee and the employer representative.

Handshake offers three distinct plans to help employers connect with student talent: Basic, Plus, and the Talent Engagement Suite (TES). Each plan is designed to meet different recruiting needs—from occasional hiring to strategic, high-volume engagement.

Handshake's premium account offers a talent engagement suite that allows your company to find more diverse and qualified Husky talent, while maximizing your time on campus and allowing you to make data-driven recruiting decisions.

Basic Plan (Free)

Perfect for employers who are just starting out or have limited hiring needs. With the Basic plan, you can:

• Post jobs and internships
• Register for career fairs
• Message up to 10 students per month
• Receive up to 100 talent matches

This plan provides essential access to the Handshake network but does not include advanced targeting or analytics.

Plus Plan

Ideal for employers hiring for up to 10 roles who want enhanced outreach capabilities. The Plus plan includes everything in the Basic plan, along with:

• Job promotion to qualified candidates
• Up to 200 candidate messages per month
• Unlimited talent matches for up to 10 jobs
• School recommendations tailored to your roles
• Access to promotional campaigns and performance analytics

Talent Engagement Suite (TES)

Designed for teams with strategic or high-volume hiring goals. The TES plan builds on the Plus plan and offers:

• Unlimited messaging, talent matches, and school recommendations for up to 25 team members
• Access to over 50 advanced filters to source top candidates
• Unlimited promotional campaigns across multiple schools
• Advanced analytics and ROI reporting, including DEI benchmarks
• A dedicated Customer Success Manager
• Integration with applicant tracking systems (ATS)
• Optional paid modules for events management, insights reporting, and enhanced brand visibility

TES is best suited for employers seeking a comprehensive, data-driven approach to campus recruiting.

For more information, check out these resources:

• Complete a demo request form to learn more from a Handshake representative
• Compare Handshake plans

If you already have an account set up, click the Handshake Login button above.

New Users:
If you are trying to post on-campus job openings, create an employer account. For on-campus employment questions, contact Eric Hanson in Financial Aid, 320-308-0061.

To gain access to the student view, new faculty or staff users can email their StarID (no passwords) to Karen Hommerding. Please allow 24-48 business hours for a response.