October is peak time for campus recruiting, so right now you’re probably hearing a ton about career fairs, on-campus interviews and networking events, maybe even seeing friends who’ve accepted an offer already for next summer. That can feel incredibly daunting, especially if you’re just starting to think about the search—perhaps because you’re at a quarter system school and just getting the term rolling, or because you weren’t ready to dive in until now.
Whatever your reason for beginning the job search, we want to help you dodge the pressure and lock in this hiring season. That's why Handshake product and career planning pros came together for an October edition of Handshake 101, an event to equip you with the tools and inspiration you need throughout your job search, from planning and networking, to applications and interviews. Plus, we showcased the newest features that you’ll want to pay extra close attention to as you engage with employers on Handshake!
- Christine Cruzvergara, Handshake's Chief Education Strategy Officer, shared advice for tackling economic uncertainty in your job search, outlined her four-step strategy for nailing the job search, and talked through the things you should be doing to prepare for networking conversations at career fairs. Register for her next virtual career planning office hours today for more career wisdom!
- Brit Gergen, Director of Product Marketing, showed how to leverage new Handshake features, connect with your career community on the feed, easily schedule time with career services at your school, and navigate filtered searches to find the best opportunities for you. He also demonstrated the value of a great Handshake profile to help you go beyond your resume in the job search.
During the panel, Brit and Christine shared all about how to get noticed by the companies you want to work for and more. Enjoy the full session below, and be sure to check out our upcoming events for more great career search tips.
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