Registration and Posting Approval

Registration Instructions

If you already have an account in Handshake, log in using your email and Handshake password, then post a job through your institution.

  • For help posting a job, please review this article, which includes an in-depth guide with screenshots.

 

 

 

If you don’t have a login yet, simply follow these steps:

  • Visit uta.joinhandshake.com and click on “Sign up for an Account”.
  • On the Please select the type of account you would like to create page, click on “Employer”.
  • Proceed to fill out your information and be sure to select the University of Texas at Arlington!
  • Once you have created your account and it has been approved, you will have access to post jobs, internships, interview schedules, register for job fairs, and more.
  • For help getting started, visit Handshake’s Help Center Site for information, which includes training videos and in-depth guides with screenshots.
  • More information on Account set-up information.
  • Also check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
  • For help posting a job, please review this article, which includes an in-depth guide with screenshots.

 


 

 

Policies and Requirements

To receive employer account approval in Handshake, the employer profile must be filled out completely and include:

  • In lieu of a physical business location, startups may provide the address of a shared or common space, such as WeWork, Union Worx, CenterSpace, or Regus.
    • A copy of the membership agreement must be on file with the Career Development Center prior to approval.
    • Lacking a physical location or shared space, employers can utilize their business mailing address following e-mailed verification that all employees are working remotely.
  • The URL for a functioning and up-to-date LinkedIn and/or Facebook Business Account.
  • A professional email address.
  • A business phone number.
  • Your organization’s EIN Number.

 

 


 

 

To receive employer account approval in Handshake, the profile must be filled out completely and include:

  • A complete physical business address.
  • A functioning company website with a “careers” page or other website element showing the organization is looking to recruit.
  • An employer email that reflects, or is listed the company website, or domain (Per Handshake, personal email addresses are usually associated with fraudulent opportunities and are not recommended).
  • A company phone number.

 

 
 

 

Job listings or position descriptions posted in Handshake must include the following:

  • Organization information.
  • A detailed job description, including the student's responsibilities and work tasks.
  • Define the candidate qualifications for the role.
  • Duration of the position (temporary or permanent).
  • Application start and end dates.
  • Work-study positions – must have a contract on file. More information here.  
  • Third-Party Statement of Understanding on file with the center for third-party employers.

 

 


 

 

  • A detailed job description, including the intern's responsibilities and work tasks.

  • A defined start and end date for the experience.

  • Details regarding the intern's supervision. Explain how interns will be given routine feedback and be supervised by a professional with expertise and the educational background for the field.

 

 


 

 

 

  • For help posting a job, please review this article, which includes an in-depth guide with screenshots. 
  • A position that requires financial investment or a fee for placement or travel expenses.
  • An employment opportunity, which involves on-campus solicitation or on-campus sales (i.e.: Campus/Brand Ambassadors, Campus Representatives.)
  • Advertisements for events, competitions or contests.
  • Requests for personal information prior to hire such as social security #, date of birth, home address, or photograph.
  • Work which takes place within the employer’s place of residence.
  • Volunteer opportunities.
  • Doesn’t comply with Equal Employment Opportunity Statement.

 

 


 

 

 

Need Help?

For help getting started, visit  Handshake’s Help Center Site for information, which includes 2-minute training videos.

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