Modified from Handshake Help Center Article “Using Handshake After Graduation“
Congratulations! Transitioning from student to an alum is big accomplishment and the next step in your personal journey. As a graduate of the University of Arizona, you have lifetime access to features on Handshake to help you navigate the job market, connect with peers and professionals in your field and to communicate with employers seeking to hire alumni.
Keeping an Alumni Account
Alumni accounts on Handshake function similarly to those of student accounts.
You do not need to modify your account to make it an alumni account. However, to keep using the platform as an alumni, we strongly suggest the following steps:
- Update Your Email: Change your primary email address from your arizona.edu account to a personal one. This will allow you to maintain access to your account if you lose access to your university email.
- Create Handshake Credentials: If you used your school’s Single Sign-On (SSO) system to login to Handshake, you’ll need to create a Handshake password to continue logging in.
Benefits of Your Alumni Account
- Job Search and Applications: Continue searching and applying for jobs on the platform.
- Profile Maintenance: Keep your profile updated to showcase your professional journey throughout your ever-evolving career. An up-to-date profile can attract future employers and networking opportunities.
- Employer Messaging: Receive and respond to messages from employers. Engaging with employers can provide insights into new companies, roles, and can even lead to other job opportunities down the road.
- Alumni Connections: Connect with other alumni on the platform. Networking with peers can lead to valuable professional relationships and knowledge sharing.
- Career Services Resources: Stay connected to the University of Arizona Alumni network for additional support and resources to aid in your job search and career development. 1:1 support is available from Student Engagement & Career Development up to 12 months after graduation.
- Account Flexibility: If you have both a student and an employer account, you can toggle between them as needed. This can be particularly useful if you’re recruiting talent or seeking to connect with students from your Alma mater. To learn how to create an employer account connected to your alumnus account, refer to How to Create an Employer Account Linked to Your Student Account
Did You Know?
Handshake to can help you navigate the job market – for your first, second and third jobs! – connect with peers, and build relationships with professionals in your field.
