Handshake is a Ohio State's official job search system, designed to help students and alumni connect with employers for part-time jobs, internships, co-ops and full-time career opportunities.
Alumni have full access to Handshake, but do not have access to on-campus interview opportunities after graduation. Alumni who create an account while attending Ohio State will continue their access after graduation. Alumni who graduated before accessing Handshake can request an account with their Ohio State email address. Alumni have access to:
- College career office resources
- Directory of employers recruiting at Ohio State
- Job search features
- Job application features*
*Job postings in Handshake are targeted to recent alumni with entry-level job experience. Alumni with more professional experience should refer to the Alumni Career Connection board through the Bill and Susan Lhota Office of Alumni Career Management.
How to set up your account
All alumni that have graduated in the past 2 years must use their name.#@buckeyemail.osu.edu email on their Handshake account. For alumni past 2 years please update your email with the alumni office and then email Handshake@osu.edu to request an account.
Alumni Career Services via College Career Offices
Some college career offices may offer alumni career services. For details, please contact the appropriate college’s career service office. The Bill and Susan Lhota Office of Alumni Career Management Office offers career services support for Ohio State alumni.