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Handshake
Syracuse University’s career platform, Handshake, is your go-to hub for internships, jobs, and employer connections. You will find personalized job listings tailored to your interests and experience, along with recruiting events that connect you directly with employers seeking candidates like you.
Interstride
Interstride is a dynamic platform especially helpful for international students. Use it to explore global job opportunities, access immigration guidance, and gain insights into navigating the U.S. job market. It is also a great tool if you are interested in international careers, no matter where you are from.
Even More Resources
There are so many additional platforms and resources available to maximize your job search.
Want guidance on using these and other platforms and AI-powered tools? The Whitman Career Center is here to support you every step of the way.
Key Recruiting Events to Power Your Search
Whitman and our campus partners host a wide range of recruiting events each semester—both in person and online—to help you connect with top employers, explore career paths, and make a lasting impression.
Career Fairs & Networking Events
These high-energy events are your chance to meet recruiters face-to-face, learn about open roles, and pitch yourself for internships and jobs. Recruiters are looking for students who have done their research and can speak to how their skills align with the company’s needs.
Find upcoming career fairs and networking events on Handshake.
Ongoing On-Campus Employer Visits
Throughout the semester, employers regularly visit campus to connect with students like you in informal and interactive ways—often before you even apply for opportunities.
Tabling Events: Stop by recruiter tables in high-traffic areas like the Whitman atrium near Flaum Grand Hall. Ask questions, learn about open roles, and make a great first impression.
Information Sessions & Coffee Chats: Want a deeper dive into a company’s culture and hiring process? Attend an info session, office hours, or a small group meeting to get a behind-the-scenes look and stand out as a candidate.
Virtual Recruiting Opportunities
Many employers also host virtual sessions throughout the year—online career fairs, interviews, and networking events that offer flexibility and expanded access to opportunities.
Why Engaging with Employers Matters
These events are not just meet-and-greets—they are your chance to build relationships that can lead to interviews, internships, and job offers. Employers come to campus because they are genuinely invested in Syracuse talent, and virtual sessions open doors to even more possibilities. Whether in person or online, showing up, asking thoughtful questions, and following up can make all the difference.
