Handshake for Students
Find a Job or Internship with Handshake
Handshake is our online job board which hosts internships, co-ops, student employment opportunities and permanent positions with top employers from all over the country. Update your profile, upload your resume and cover letter, search for internships and jobs that align with your studies—and apply!
Be discerning when looking at internship and job opportunities. Note reliability ratings, and think critically about whether the opportunity allows you to apply what you’ve learned in the classroom.
Do not "sign-up for an account." You already have one!
To log in, visit https://app.joinhandshake.com/login and select Cuyahoga Community College and click the "Cuyahoga Community College Login" button.
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Beware of Fradudulent Job Postings
We strive to keep fraudulent job postings off Handshake. Tri-C exercises due diligence to root out false advertisements and scams, but students must also use their best judgment. Students should never pay any money or fees to apply for or obtain a job.
If you have encountered a fraudulent posting on Handshake, please contact us as soon as possible at CareerServices@tri-c.edu so we can research the group and remove the employer from the system.
Avoiding a Job Posting Scam
- Do not give your personal bank account, PayPal account or credit card information to a new employer.
- Do not agree to have funds or paychecks directly deposited by a new employer into any of your accounts.
- Do not forward, wire, transfer or send by courier (i.e. FedEx, UPS) any money to any employer, for any reason, using your personal account(s).
- In general, applicants do not pay a fee to obtain a job (when in doubt, consult with our office first).
Disclaimer Regarding Job Postings in Handshake
Tri-C’s Career Marketplace lists opportunities which it feels will be of interest to students and alumni. We cannot guarantee the reliability or character of the listing from an employer. We cannot be responsible for potential disputes or contractual difficulties with contacts listed by the office. We strongly advise applicants to research and screen potential employers carefully.
Additional Resources
- What can I do with this major?: Learn what careers align with academic majors.
- Ohio Means Jobs: Use our job search engine to find and apply for jobs in Ohio.