Handshake is SSU's newest job search board where students can apply to various job and internship opportunities both on and off-campus.
Why use Handshake?
- Apply to hundreds of full-time & part-time jobs, volunteer positions, and internship opportunities
- Create a user profile that contains your resume and cover letter for an easy application process
- Connect with employers from all over the country
- Register for career fairs and other events
- It's free for all SSU students and alumni!
Student Registration
Student Handshake Registration
- Select “Sonoma State University” as your school and complete all required fields. Be sure to register using your SSU email address. (For graduate students and alumni, please contact the Career Center at (707) 664-2198 for Handshake access.)
- Questions? Visit the Handshake Help Center for Students and Alumni.
Employer Registration
Employer Handshake Registration
- Complete all required fields and agree to the Handshake Employer Guidelines.
- Join your existing company on Handshake, or create a new one by clicking the blue button that says "Create New Company."
- Request to connect with Sonoma State University.
- Allow 1-2 business days for your company to be approved. Once approved, you'll be able to post jobs, manage applicants, and more.
- Questions? Visit the Handshake Help Center for Employers.
*For on-campus employers: If you are a department at Sonoma State University, you will "create a new company" which reflect the name of your department (i.e. Career Center at Sonoma State University).
To learn more about Handshake, visit the Handshake Help Center at www.support.joinhandshake.com/hc/en-us.
Questions? Contact the Career Center at (707) 664-2198 or at careercenter@sonoma.edu.