Applying for a Job on Handshake
This article gives a step-by-step explanation on how to search for and apply to a job on Handshake.
- Use your UWEC credentials to log into Handshake
- Click Jobs on the left menu.

- Search for a job you are interested in by typing in a keyword and/or job type (internship, on-campus, etc.)
- Use the "Filters" button to further refine your results and find jobs that offer work study and other categories.
- Review position details and position qualifications by selecting the job. You can "bookmark" a job to review later by clicking the ribbon icon in the posting.

- When you are ready to apply, click the Apply/Apply Externally button within the posting and follow the application directions (uploading any required documents such as a resume, cover letter, transcript or other required document).
Click Submit Application.
- If this job has additional application instructions, you will see a message with further directions and be directed to the appropriate external site in a separate browser.
- After successfully completing your application click Finish.
This short video gives a step-by-step overview on how to search for and apply for a job on Handshake: Search for, Save and Apply to Jobs in Handshake.
Make an appointment with career services in Handshake to assist with the job search or contact us at careers@uwec.edu or 715-836-3487.