Jobs at Handshake
Handshake, founded in 2013, is the leading campus‑recruiting platform that connects university students and recent graduates with companies worldwide. Headquartered in Mountain View, the company partners with major tech firms such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Salesforce to deliver data‑driven hiring solutions and virtual career fairs.
Handshake’s hiring pipeline spans software engineering, data science, product management, marketing, sales, HR, recruiting, and operations roles. Positions include full‑time, contract, and internship tracks, with interview processes that blend technical coding challenges, behavioral assessments, and case studies focused on campus‑centric talent acquisition. Candidates can expect structured interview stages, clear role expectations, and exposure to high‑profile campus events.
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Mid-Market Account Executive
Company: Handshake
Location: New York City, NY
Posted Jun 10, 2023
Handshake is seeking a Mid-Market Account Executive to join their Employer Sales Team, focusing on showcasing Handshake as a premier platform for top brands to recruit emerging college talent. The role involves developing and maintaining a stable book of business, prospecting, cultivating, and closing new accounts, and growing existing customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of SaaS sales experience, preferably with a $30k+ ASP, and a strong history of quota attainment. They will work in a high-growth environment, collaborating with various Handshake teams and engaging with university and student teams. The position requires a hybrid model, working 1-2 days per week in NYC or San Francisco hubs, with domestic travel up to 40%. Handshake offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment.
Director, Product Management (Consumer Experience)
Company: Handshake
Location: New York City, NY
Posted May 24, 2023
Handshake is hiring a Director of Product Management to lead the next generation of their platform, focusing on creating an inclusive culture and empowering users to drive career outcomes. The role involves leading a team of product managers, developing product strategy, and collaborating with other leaders and executives.
Support Specialist, Contract (Remote)
Company: Handshake
Location: Remote
Posted Apr 18, 2023
Handshake is looking to hire a Support Contractor to provide support to their employer, student, and career services users. The role is a 6-month contract with the possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent Support Specialist role. The Support Contractor will work closely with the Support Team to provide efficient and effective support, improve the Handshake user experience, and make an impact on their mission to democratize opportunity. The role involves resolving questions, bugs, feedback, and general inquiries, attending team meetings, completing administrative tasks, and maintaining a standard level of excellence in customer support experience. The ideal candidate should have at least 1+ year of experience in Customer Support, Technical Support, or Call Center roles, be comfortable with change and ambiguity, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be results-oriented and ownership-driven. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision policies, a home office stipend, generous learning and development opportunities, and a flexible time off policy.