"HEY MISTER DJ" returns to the Access stage in 2024! Jumpstart your Handshake Access experience by tuning in to the freshest tracks, connecting with fellow music enthusiasts, and diving into a spirited round of "name that tune" for exciting prizes.

Corporate Natalie is a viral creator and social media consultant who's been recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and E’s Top Accounts to Follow. Tune in to get her advice on building a brand and tailoring your content and communication to connect with Gen Z.

Handshake has fundamentally changed how college students get jobs and how companies find early-career hires—and we’re gearing up to do it again. Join us for a conversation about the future of early talent hiring, employer brand awareness, career inspiration, and more.

Join leaders from industry and higher ed to explore how we can leverage AI to unlock opportunities. We'll talk about the skills new grads need in an AI-enabled workplace, the impact of AI on equity and efficiency in recruiting, and how AI can facilitate career discovery.

Be the first to make an impact with our new Content & Community platform. We’ll give you the inside track on what it is, why you should care, and how to give students a distraction-free destination for inspo, info, and real talk as they build their careers.

Building a high-performing team starts with building a great employer brand. In this session, you’ll learn about best practices for using Handshake to build and market your brand, and get concrete tips on capturing Gen Z mindshare from leading TA experts.

Hear from four innovative career services leaders who are connecting with students earlier and more consistently to support their long-term career goals. We'll explore real-world examples, get concrete tips, and find the inspiration you need to uplevel your engagement strategy.

Despite the ongoing upheaval in the technical sector, demand for workers with STEM skills still far outpaces supply. How can employers and higher ed institutions work together to close that gap? What will it take to equip students with both the niche technical and engineering skills companies need and the core competencies—such as communication and critical thinking—that will enable them to contribute to technical teams? This session will explore creative solutions and push you to think outside the box about what’s possible at your organization.

Alright party people, get ready to turn up the volume because "HEY MISTER DJ" is back for day two of Handshake Access! It's a whole new day, and another chance to win limited-edition Handshake swag!

Employers are increasingly shifting focus to skills, rather than degrees, in hiring requirements. This session will dive into what this means for career services and TA professionals, and how employers and higher ed can partner to prepare for the future of skills-based hiring.

Being happy at work isn’t a nice-to-have—it’s critical to motivation and creativity. Join Harvard Professor and best-selling author Arthur Brooks for a conversation about what happiness really looks and how employers and educators can help early talent build fulfilling careers.

Join us for a real conversation with a panel of early-career jobseekers. We’ll chat about Gen Z’s hopes for the workforce, how today’s students and new grads are thinking about their career paths, and how you can support, recruit, and retain the leaders of tomorrow.

Sourcing is a critical part of any early talent strategy. In this session, you’ll learn about Handshake product features designed to help you automate sourcing processes and seamlessly identify and reach candidates with the specific skills your organization needs.

Hear from three higher education leaders as they explain how they leverage reporting and analytics tools. You'll get best practices for using engagement and outcomes data to celebrate wins, discover opportunities for improvement, and strengthen student success overall.

In 2024, Handshake is investing in a wide variety of product updates to optimize your full-funnel recruiting strategy. Join this session to hear about changes we’re making to help you build brand awareness, target the right talent, and prioritize and engage qualified candidates.

Get valuable insights and data-informed tips to bridge the gap between student aspirations and industry needs. Discover how you can take the guesswork out of nurturing and growing your partnerships, discover new partnerships, and curate the job search experience for students.

To succeed in today’s business climate, organizations need employees with a wide range of perspectives and skills. This session will equip you with strategies to connect and engage with students of all backgrounds, build equitable career paths, and develop inclusive practices to support early talent.