Texas has added over half a million jobs in the past year and unemployment is at 3.5% in Odessa and 2.6% in Midland, so recruiting in the Permian Basin has its challenges. Many companies are looking for ways to expand …
Looking for a job or internship? Learn how to use Handshake’s search tools to find opportunities that match your interests, location, and career goals. Get tips for using keywords, filters, and saved jobs to make your search faster and more …
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When you’re applying for internships or jobs, a strong resume and cover letter matter, but so do the people you know. Building a professional network can help you discover opportunities, learn from others, and stand out during the hiring process.
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You landed the job. You showed up, learned fast, and proved yourself. Now you want a raise — and you’re not sure how to ask without coming across as ungrateful or out of touch.
That hesitation is incredibly common among …
August offers a strategic window to recalibrate professional objectives before the year’s final push begins. Career experts recommend a systematic approach to evaluating current progress and mapping out achievable goals for the remaining months. This guide presents five proven methods …
Take advantage of an exclusive opportunity through Handshake! For a limited time, students and recent alumni can receive Google AI Plus free for one year—giving you access to powerful AI tools that can help with resumes, interview preparation, research, …
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Balancing classes, extracurricular activities, and work can be challenging, but online and remote jobs can provide the flexibility many students need. Whether you’re looking for part-time employment, a side hustle, or experience to build your resume, knowing where to start …
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First Few Seconds, First Strong Impression
Employers hire candidates based on three key questions:
Can you do the job?
Will you do the job?
Will you fit into the team and culture?
If you have been invited to an interview, …
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You’re staring at your degree audit, trying to decide whether to add a second major or just pick up a minor. Sound familiar? This decision feels weightier than it probably is — but it does matter, and the right answer …
You’ve spent hours on your resume. You’ve listed your experience, added your GPA, and described yourself as “skilled.” And then you stare at that word and think: does this actually say anything?
“Skilled” sounds fine in your head but lands …
Getting work experience when you’ve never worked before can feel like a paradox. You need job skills to get hired, but you often need experience to build those skills.
While many students turn to internships for their first professional experience, …
